CEO, CFO, CIO, CMO, most of us are familiar with the term C-Suite and the concept of an ‘executive’ leader. But what about the chair names after these professionals? Have you ever wondered what makes an executive office chair different than a standard task chair? 

Our BOS, Haworth Best In Class, experts wan you to start with what it looks like, and to sum it up in one word, Opulent; high back, overstuffed, headrest, the executive chair is designed to look authoritative and accomplished.  

And that makes sense, because we most often find these chairs in private or executive offices, often surrounded by casegoods, décor and structures that match the ‘statuses of the chair.  

These chairs are often made of high-end materials and finishes, like leather, wood or high-end steel.  

But just because it looks refined and feels great, doesn’t mean it shouldn’t also include support wellbeing. Many executive chairs come decked out with the most robust range of ergonomic features from lumbar support, configurable seat depth and pan and adjustable arm rests.  

And finally, before you are done understanding executive seating, make sure you understand and acknowledge the purpose and strategy behind the entire space. Today’s floorplate is changing as our ways of working and team dynamics adapt to modern workplace needs. Knowing your options and gathering input from all stakeholders will help you decide and invest with confidence.