executive backing
[ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv ˈbækɪŋ]
noun
apoio executivo
1. Support, endorsement, or financial assistance provided by senior management or executives of an organization
The project succeeded because it had executive backing from the CEO.
O projeto teve sucesso porque contou com apoio executivo do diretor-executivo.
2. Official authorization and resources allocated by high-ranking officials to support an initiative
Without executive backing, the department cannot implement the new strategy.
Sem apoio executivo, o departamento não consegue implementar a nova estratégia.
3. Political or administrative support from top-level officials or government executives
The proposal has strong executive backing from the White House.
A proposta tem forte apoio executivo da Casa Branca.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, executive backing is highly valued as it signifies organizational commitment and resource allocation. In Brazil, having 'apoio executivo' often determines project success in hierarchical corporate structures. In the USA, this term is widely used in corporate, startup, and government contexts to indicate legitimacy and feasibility of initiatives.
NYC Slang
the greenlight from the top dogs
Related Idioms & Phrases
to have someone's backing
to get the nod from executives
to secure executive buy-in
to have executive teeth
rubber stamp from management
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