CEO stands for Chief Executive Officer. This is the highest-ranking executive in a company or organization, responsible for overall management, strategic decision-making, and the success or failure of the company
. The CEO acts as the main point of communication between the board of directors and the company's operations and often serves as the public face of the company
. They oversee various departments such as finance, marketing, sales, HR, technology, and legal, balancing the needs of customers, employees, investors, and other stakeholders
. In some regions, equivalent titles include managing director or executive director
