A Chief Strategist (CSO) is a C-level executive who develops, implements, and communicates an organization’s strategic initiatives and long-term goals. The CSO collaborates with the CEO and other senior executives to create a clear vision for the company and a strategy to achieve it.

Key duties usually include:

• Create the company’s strategic vision and mission.
• Conducted market research and analysis.
• Recognizing and evaluating strategic opportunities.
• Creating and implementing strategic plans.
• Managing a company’s risk portfolio.
• Performance is measured in relation to strategic objectives.
• Communicating the company’s strategy to its employees, investors, and stakeholders.