C-level (C-suite
[swi:t]) is a term used to describe high-ranking titles in an organization. The letter C, in this context, stands for "chief". Officers who hold C-level positions are typically considered the most powerful, influential members of an organization;
consequently(=so), they set the company's strategy, make
high-stakes decisions, and ensure that daily operations align with fulfilling the company's strategic goals. More and more companies and regulators also hold C-level leaders responsible for the company's regulatory mistakes or missteps, in which case, they could face
legal or civil action in a court of law.
executive = a person with senior managerial responsibility
high-stakes decisions = choices that may carry significant risks or rewards
civil action = an official complaint, made by a person or company in a law court against another person
legal action = the act of using the legal system to settle an argument(=solve the problem and have an agreement)
