Chief Executives, commonly known as CEOs, Presidents, or Executive Directors, are the highest-ranking leaders in an organization. They are responsible for setting strategic goals, driving company growth, and making critical business decisions that impact both internal operations and external stakeholders.

In 2023, there were 211,230 Chief Executive positions in the United States, representing a 6% increase from 2022. The median annual salary reached $206,680, marking a 9.1% rise from the previous year and a 15.1% increase from 2021.