noun
Refers to the group of top executives who make major corporate decisions.
重役会は新しい社長を選んだ。
The board of directors selected a new president.
その計画は重役会の承認が必要だ。
The plan requires approval from the board of directors.
Compound of 重役 (top executive) and 会 (meeting, group). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term naturally describes a gathering of senior company officers.