What is Incorporator? Definition, requirements, and how it applies to your business formation. Learn everything about incorporator for LLCs and corporations.
# Incorporator
An incorporator is the person who signs and files the Articles of Incorporation to create a corporation. The incorporator's role is limited to the formation act itself — they sign the charter, file it with the state, and may appoint the initial board of directors. After that, their role ends and the board takes over governance.
The incorporator does not need to be a shareholder, director, or officer of the corporation. Formation services often act as incorporator on behalf of their clients, which is why you may see a service company's name on your filed documents.
Lovie acts as incorporator for C-Corp formations, handling the filing and initial board appointment so founders can focus on building their company.