1. Plural of helmsperson; people who steer a ship or boat.
Usage: nautical; gender-neutral alternative to helmsman or helmswoman
2. Plural of helmsperson; people who lead or direct an organization or effort.
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The experienced helmspersons navigated the yacht through the storm.
• Several helmspersons took turns steering the sailboat during the race.
• The company's helmspersons made strategic decisions to guide the organization forward.
• The crew trained new helmspersons in proper steering techniques.
• Different helmspersons brought unique perspectives to the team's leadership.