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nonexecutive

British  
/ ˌnɒnɪɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv /

adjective

  1. not having the function or purpose of carrying plans, orders, laws, etc, into practical effect

    a nonexecutive role on the board

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The appointment of a new nonexecutive director to its board who is a former CEO of financial markets watchdog Finma shouldn’t harm its regulatory relations, they add.

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Devon President and Chief Executive Officer Clay Gaspar is expected to keep his titles at the combined company, while Jorden would serve as nonexecutive chairman of the board.

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Kimmeridge has said Coterra’s board must reassess its leadership structure and appoint an independent, nonexecutive chair.

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He is set to join the board in March, subject to regulatory approval, as a nonexecutive director and chair-designate to ensure an “orderly handover” before Vadera retires, Prudential said Wednesday.

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The company said Friday that the board continues with its search for a group CEO and two nonexecutive directors to strengthen the board with one area of focus being North America retail experience.

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