Meaning of the word "chief executive officer" in English
What does "chief executive officer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
chief executive officer
US /ˌtʃiːf ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv ˈɑː.fɪ.sər/
UK /ˌtʃiːf ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv ˈɒf.ɪ.sər/
Noun
the highest-ranking executive in a company or organization, responsible for making major corporate decisions, managing the overall operations and resources of a company, and acting as the main point of communication between the board of directors and corporate operations
Example:
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The chief executive officer announced a new strategic direction for the company.
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She was promoted to chief executive officer after years of dedicated service.