honorary president; honorary chairperson
A title given to a former president or a distinguished person, often without executive authority. Common in organizations, associations, and companies.
彼は退任後、名誉会長に就任した。
After stepping down, he became the honorary president.
名誉会長は理事会に出席するが、議決権はない。
The honorary chairperson attends board meetings but has no voting rights.