at the helm
idiom
1
: steering a boat or ship
The ship's captain was at the helm.
2
: in charge of an organization
He left after only a year at the helm of the corporation.
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Conclusion Business leaders cannot ignore the threat to high-profile executives and must take proactive measures—supported by third parties where ability is lacking—to protect those at the helm of their organization.
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James Henderson, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
McMullen's departure comes after more than a decade at the helm and following a period of solid growth and multiple acquisitions, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Chef John Fraser is at the helm of the Mediterranean fine-dining spot located on the ground floor of The Tampa Edition Hotel.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2025
Here's what experts think about Kennedy's first major public communication in his new role at the helm of the top U.S. health agency.
—Alice Park, TIME, 3 Mar. 2025
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James Henderson, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
McMullen's departure comes after more than a decade at the helm and following a period of solid growth and multiple acquisitions, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Chef John Fraser is at the helm of the Mediterranean fine-dining spot located on the ground floor of The Tampa Edition Hotel.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2025
Here's what experts think about Kennedy's first major public communication in his new role at the helm of the top U.S. health agency.
—Alice Park, TIME, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for at the helm
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“At the helm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20the%20helm. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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