Grand Proxy

The Grand Proxy is the name of a high ranking Ferengi Alliance official who serves as the representative for the Grand Nagus himself. These Ferengi are involved in matters that the Grand Nagus does not wish to be involved with personally.

In order to show the validity of their authority, the Grand Proxy carries the Nagal staff which a symbol of the power granted on them by the leadership of the Alliance.

(VOY episode: False Profits)