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chief executive

[cheef ig-zek-yuh-tiv] / ˈtʃif ɪgˈzɛk jə tɪv /


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"The conflict and economic headwinds created uncertainty, and some large corporates and Government responded by managing their costs more tightly, reducing demand to travel," Qantas Group chief executive Vanessa Hudson said in a statement.

From Barron's Aug. 27, 2026

Meta founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg was expected to testify at some point, as well.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

Erica Lomeli Corcoran, chief executive officer of the UFW Foundation, hailed Sherriff’s ruling as “a much-needed victory for farm workers all over the country.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

The community interest company's chief executive, Rebecca Smith, said: "We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, inclusive space where people can access what they need today while building a more stable, sustainable future."

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

Perhaps following the lead of the state’s chief executive, Durham first used the bureaucratic device that could be called “Death by Committee.”

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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