incorporator

[ in-kawr-puh-rey-ter ]

noun

1. one of the signers of the articles or certificate of legal incorporation.
2. one of the persons to whom the charter is granted in a corporation created by special act of the legislature.
3. a person who incorporates.

incorporator

/ ɪnˈkɔːpəˌreɪtə /

noun

1. a person who incorporates
2. commerce
   1. any of the signatories of a certificate of incorporation
   2. any of the original members of a corporation

Word History and Origins

Origin of incorporator¹

First recorded in 1820–30; incorporate ¹ + -or ²

Example Sentences

His former legislative chief of staff, Paje Resner, also registered, and she was listed as the group’s incorporator when it filed its articles of incorporation with the state on May 13.

From Seattle Times

“The World Bank is a leading environmental incorporator into projects,” he said.

From New York Times

Carney is listed as sole incorporator of the partnership, which was formed last year after lawmakers approved a bill authorizing the new entity to lead Delaware’s economic development efforts.

From Washington Times

In addition to his role as incorporator, Carney also is a lead director and co-chair of the partnership’s board.

From Washington Times

Mr. Sachs, who was also an original incorporator of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, died in 1980.

From New York Times