| chief executive officer n. Abbr. CEO The highest-ranking executive in a company or organization, responsible for carrying out the policies of the board of directors on a day-to-day basis. |
Chief Executive Officer - CEO
This is the senior manager who is responsible for overseeing the activities of an entire company.
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The CEO usually also holds a position on the board of directors, or also holds the title of president.
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See also: Chief Financial Officer - CFO, Chief Operating Officer - COO, Honcho, Insider, Leprechaun Leader
Also spelled: CEO