Corporate Secretary
A senior officer responsible for ensuring that the board of directors and the company comply with legal and regulatory requirements related to corporate governance. The corporate secretary manages board logistics, prepares meeting agendas, records minutes, maintains corporate records, handles shareholder communications, and advises the board on governance matters. In startups, this role is often filled by the company's legal counsel or a designated executive.
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