nonexecutive
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Gerry Murphy will retire as Burberry chair in November, to be succeeded by William Jackson, who joins as a nonexecutive director July 1.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
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.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026
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.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
The unusual size of HSBC’s nominations committee—it contains all 11 independent nonexecutive directors—is one obstacle to decision-making.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025
Ken Griffin is the founder and chief executive of Citadel and the founder and nonexecutive chairman of Citadel Securities.
From New York Times • Dec. 4, 2024
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