Definition
The board officer who supports the president and assumes their duties when the president is unavailable.
The vice president backs up the president, stepping in to run meetings or act on the board's behalf when the president is absent. The role often includes specific responsibilities assigned by the board, such as overseeing a committee or project.
Like all officer roles, the vice president's authority comes from the bylaws and the board as a whole — the position supports leadership continuity rather than granting independent power.