Chairperson
(noun)
- A person who presides over a meeting or organization.
- The person who is in charge of or responsible for the management of a particular department or organization.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from chair + -person.
Examples:
- She was elected as the chairperson of the committee.
- The chairperson is responsible for making sure the meetings run smoothly.
- The board chose a new chairperson to lead the organization.
- The chairperson of the club makes all the major decisions.
- The chairperson's duties include overseeing all committee meetings.