I am responsible for the performance of the company, as dictated by the board’s overall strategy. My responsibilities include:- Formulating and successfully implementing company policy;directing strategy towards the profitable growth and operation of the company;- Developing strategic operating plans that reflect the longer-term objectives and priorities established by the board;- Maintaining an ongoing dialogue with the chairman of the board;putting in place adequate operational planning and financial control systems;- Ensuring that the operating objectives and standards of performance are not only understood but owned by the management and other employees;- Closely monitoring the operating and financial results against plans and budgets;- Taking remedial action where necessary and informing the board of significant changes;- Maintaining the operational performance of the company;- Monitoring the actions of the functional board directors;assuming full accountability to the board for all company operations;representing the company to major customers and professional associations;- Building and maintaining an effective executive team.