CEO / chair of the board
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CEO
The person who leads the executive board of a company or organization and holds the highest position in management. Often used synonymously with CEO (Chief Executive Officer).
Der Vorstandsvorsitzende präsentierte die Jahresbilanz auf der Hauptversammlung.
The CEO presented the annual financial statement at the general meeting.
The word is made up of three parts: 'Vorstand' (executive board), the linking 's,' and 'Vorsitzender' (person who chairs something). So it literally describes the person who chairs the executive board.
Der neue Vorstandsvorsitzende hat große Pläne für das Unternehmen.
The new CEO has big plans for the company.
Although it is a noun, 'Vorsitzender' (chairperson) is declined like an adjective. This also applies to the compound. Pay attention to the endings, especially in the genitive and dative.
Die Rede des Vorstandsvorsitzenden war sehr inspirierend.
The CEO's speech was very inspiring.
This term belongs to the formal language of business and organizations. In everyday use, especially in the press, the English abbreviation 'CEO' is often used.
Der Vorstandsvorsitzende eines DAX-Konzerns verdient oft mehrere Millionen Euro.
The CEO of a DAX-listed corporation often earns several million euros.
managing director
Der Geschäftsführer and der Vorstandsvorsitzende can both be at the head of a company. Geschäftsführer refers to the person who runs the company or its day-to-day operations, while Vorstandsvorsitzender specifically leads the board. Use the second title when the chairmanship of the board is meant.
Der Vorstandsvorsitzende leitet den Vorstand des Unternehmens.
The CEO leads the company's board.
Der Geschäftsführer leitet die laufenden Geschäfte des Unternehmens.
The managing director runs the company's day-to-day operations.
