Definition

Noun: - The presiding officer of a board of directors: This term refers to the individual who leads the board of directors of a corporation or organization. This person is responsible for overseeing board meetings, setting the agenda, and ensuring the board functions effectively to guide the company's strategy and governance.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The chairman of the board called the quarterly meeting to order.
  • Shareholders voted to appoint a new chairman of the board.
  • As chairman of the board, her primary duty is to represent the interests of the shareholders.

Advanced Usage

• "Serving as chairman of the board": Describes the act of holding this leadership position.
  • He has been serving as chairman of the board for five years.

Variants and Related Words

• Chairman (noun): Often used as a shorter form, though it can refer to the leader of any committee or meeting.
  • The chairman addressed the investors.
• Board Chairman (noun): A common variant with the same meaning.
• Chairperson of the Board (noun): A gender-neutral alternative.
• Chairwoman of the Board (noun): A gender-specific form.

Synonyms

• Board Chair: A direct synonym.
• Presiding Director: A formal term emphasizing the leadership role.

Related Phrases

• "To be elected chairman of the board": Describes the process of being chosen for the position.
  • She was elected chairman of the board after a long career in the industry.

Noun

1. the chairman of the board of directors of a corporation