What is a definition for a Deputy CEO of a small business?

Hi duganja,

Think "Pro Tem"  :
Definition:  for the time being; temporarily;
http://www.hyperdictionary.com/dictionary/pro+tem

A Deputy CEO traditionally would have another job title, and in the
absence of the CEO, is the person designated to be the decision maker,
and to attend to other duties required of the CEO.  There is virtually
no need for a Deputy CEO in a small company.  Large corporations would
be more apt to use (and need) this title in their organization.

Vice Presidents of divisions would only be authorized to make
decisions about their specific division, however, the Deputy CEO acts
in place of the CEO for the entire company.

CEO and DEPUTY CEO
http://www.outokumpu.com/pages/Page____8490.aspx
..."The Deputy CEO is responsible for attending to the CEO's duties in
the event that the CEO himself is prevented from attending to them..."


~~Cynthia

Think Barney Fife: There is no deputy CEO.  There is the CEO, and
perhaps he has vice presidents of divisions....

Thanks Cynthia

You're very welcome duganja...