> Also note for those skimming this is the board of directors. Not "directors" in the company. If that makes any sense.

Board of directors not people in middle management at the company with the title of director.

Yes, 'director' is job title in engineering management. Generally Ranks above 'manager' and below vice-president

"Director", the job title is used in EM, but there are directors in all areas of the company. It's the position between Senior Manager and a VP role