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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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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

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

They worry that the structure of the deal would confer significant benefits to Redstone, who is Paramount’s nonexecutive chairwoman, at the expense of regular investors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2024

In 2021, 94% of nonexecutive job openings didn’t require a college degree.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2024

And Buffett's eldest son, Howard, would become nonexecutive chairman.

From Reuters • May 8, 2023