For a number of years I consulted to the CEO of a publicly-traded global company who proudly stated, at every opportunity, "I have never held any position other than 'executive' since graduating from university."
That was partly true. He was so good at his particular financial discipline that his first employer gave him an executive title (even though he was an expert individual contributor). It was a good recruiting tactic.
As things go in the wonderful world of corporate life, that title immediately landed him in the company's succession plan. He was promoted regularly and ultimately did end up managing people (obviously).
In fact, he liked to refer to himself in company meetings and events as "Your Fearless Leader".
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