Chief Executive

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃif ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv/

Chief Executive (noun)

  1. The person with the highest job in a company, responsible for running it and making major decisions.
  2. The main leader who manages a government’s day-to-day work and carries out policies.

Examples

  • The chief executive sets the company’s goals.
  • This chief executive leads the team through change.