der Vorstandschef
Translation
CEO (Chief Executive Officer), chairman of the board, president
Examples
Der Vorstandschef hält eine Rede.
The CEO is giving a speech.
Er wurde zum neuen Vorstandschef ernannt.
He was appointed as the new CEO.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) CEO ((of sth.)) the CEO of a company The CEO of the corporation announced his resignation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: CEO, Generaldirektor, Vorstandsvorsitzender
Etymology
From 'Vorstand' (executive board) + 'Chef' (chief, boss). Literally 'chief of the board'.
Memory Tips
It's the 'Chef' (chief) of the 'Vorstand' (executive board). 'Vorstand' itself means 'standing before'.