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People managers are crucial for startups and more established organizations. Companies that see employees as assets rather than payroll liabilities keep talent longer and actualize more long-term growth.

People Management 

What is People Management?

Here’s another deep dive into the positions that make up a company’s org chart. This time we’re unpacking what it means to be a Vice President of Operations. 

VP of Ops 

What is a Vice President of Operations? 

So what exactly is an individual contributor and what skills do they need to succeed? Let’s take a look.

Individual Contributor

What Is an Individual Contributor?

The Org has compiled a list of five C-suite titles to keep an eye out for in 2022.

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Here are the C-Suite Titles to Watch in 2022

A C-level executive is a senior or high-ranking executive at a company. C-level executives head up their respective departments or business units (like Marketing, Finance, or Technology) and are responsible for strategy and decision-making within those teams. 

C level executive 

What is a C-Level Executive?

At most companies, every member of the C-suite reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). But the number of direct reports depends on the company’s organizational structure.

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Who Reports to the CEO?

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior executive who oversees the administrative and operational functions of a company. Although not always included in the makeup of a company, those that do hold a COO position in their C-suite will attest to the invaluable role that they play in day-to-day operations. 

Chief Operating Officer

What is a Chief Operating Officer (COO)?

The Vice President (VP) of Product is an executive-level position and supporting role to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The VP of Product's primary responsibility is creating a product roadmap for a company's product managers and user experience teams to follow.

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Vice President (VP) of Product

Business Analysts often express confusion over where they fit into their agile work environment. Agile Transformations focus primarily on adopting and cultivating specific roles and corresponding responsibilities pending on the chosen framework. No agile framework nor renowned governing bodies such as Scrum.org or ScrumAlliance.org addresses a Business Analyst's role. The Org's Lisa Bradburn explores the role of Business Analysts in agile environments. 

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The Importance Of Business Analysis In An Agile Environment

The VP of People will oversee the end-to-end employee experience at their company. They may also be known by other job titles, such as VP of Human Resources, Head of People, or Director of Human Resources.

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Vice President (VP) of People

The VP of Marketing is a senior manager who offers guidance for the whole marketing team. In some cases, the VP of Marketing works with a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), who represents the Marketing department at the C-suite level.

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Vice President (VP) of Marketing

One of the biggest misconceptions surrounding VPs of Business Development is that they’re just another sales executive, like a Sales Director or VP of Sales. This is far from the truth. 

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Vice President (VP) of Business Development

As more companies adopt AI into their workflow, the rise of an AI Ethics Officer has become a crucial role in the C-Suite. But leading experts and ethicists in the field say that just adding a title next to a name is not enough.

According to a recent survey by Deloitte, 43% of 2,737 executives said AI “will transform” their organizations in the next 1-3 years. Image Courtesy of Shutterstock.

AI Ethics Brain

The Rise of the Chief AI Ethics Officer

The CFO is responsible for the financial performance of a company and is a pivotal member of the C-suite. Learn about their role, skills & what it takes to be a CFO.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

A CIO’s role is heavily focused on technology and how organizations use it internally. Read about a CIO’s responsibilities, skill sets, and what it takes to be a CIO.

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

The CMO leads the marketing team of an organization and is a core part of the executive team. Learn more about the CMO’s role and the skills required to become one.

Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)

Job titles serve a few purposes, including classifying roles and establishing a team’s hierarchy. Read our comprehensive guide on job titles & how to use them.

Every company uses job titles in a different way. 

Different Job Titles and What They Mean

Different Types of Job Titles & How to Use Them

The Chief People Officer role is gaining popularity in the tech sector. Here's what a CPO does and how they compare to a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

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Why the Tech Industry Has Embraced the Chief People Officer With Open Arms

A board of directors is a governing committee that jointly supervises the activities of an organization. Members of a board of directors are typically recruited or elected to serve as shareholders’ representatives, oversee corporate management, and vote on corporate policies. They are also responsible for establishing and ensuring the organization’s compliance with proper financial systems and controls. 

What is a Board of Directors?

A Chief People Officer, or Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), or Executive Vice President of Human Resources (EVP of HR) is the individual at a company who is responsible for all things related to human resources and employee culture.