Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Boards, directors & committees · Core

Board observer

Also called: observer right, observer

ELI5

A person allowed to attend board meetings without being a director or having a vote, subject to agreed rights.

Used in conversation

“Put board observer on the agenda while the board can still influence the decision.”

Pitch context

You will see “Board observer” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches boards, directors & committees.

Why it matters: In boards, directors & committees, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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