(7) Approve major business transactions and corporate plans, decisions, and actions according to the bylaws.
(8) Develop and approve executive compensation, pension, post-retirement benefits plan, and other long-term benefits, including stock ownership and stock options.
(9) Review financial reports, including audited annual financial statements, quarterly reviewed financial statements, and other important financial disclosures such as management discussion and analysis (MD&A) earnings releases and reports filed with regulators (SEC) or disseminated to the public.
(10) Review management’s report on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting.
(11) Provide counsel to the company’s senior executives, especially the CEO, on material strategic decisions and risk management.
(12) Ensure the company’s compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.