chair
man
Plural
chairmen
1
someone, especially a man, who is appointed to be in charge of meetings
- As chairman of the committee, he guided the group through a difficult decision.
- The chairman opened the annual meeting with a review of the company’s performance.
- After a vote, the chairman declared the new policy approved.
- The chairman of the charity spoke about the organization’s plans for expansion.
- He was re-elected as chairman after successfully leading the group through a challenging year.
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2
someone who is in charge of a company, organization, etc., for the long term
- The chairman of the board announced a new strategic direction for the company during the annual shareholders' meeting.
- As chairman, he ensured that all voices were heard and that decisions were made democratically.
- After serving as chairman for ten years, she decided to step down and mentor the next generation of leaders.
- The chairman's vision and leadership were instrumental in guiding the organization through a period of significant change.
- During the conference, the chairman highlighted the importance of innovation and sustainability in future projects.