der Vorstand
Translation
board of directors, executive board, management board
Examples
Die Entscheidung liegt bei den Vorständen.
The decision lies with the boards of directors.
Er sprach mit den Vorständen der Firma.
He spoke with the company's boards of directors.
Grammar Patterns
im Vorstand ((sein/sitzen)) to be on the board She is on the board.
in den Vorstand ((gewählt werden)) to be elected to the board He was elected to the board.
Similar Words
management, executive committee
Etymology
From the verb 'vorstehen' (to stand before, to preside). The group that 'stands before' the company to lead it.
Memory Tips
Imagine the board 'standing' (stand) 'in front' (vor) of the company, leading the way.