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The group were the flagship act on the Invictus label, founded by legendary song writing and production team Holland-Dozier-Holland (the trio behind 10 US #1 singles for the Supremes). Known for the distinctive vocals of frontman, General Johnson, Chairmen of the Board put themselves on the R\u0026amp;B map with top ten hits including \u003ci\u003eChairman of the Board \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eFinder’s Keepers\u003c\/i\u003e. 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