About Us : Corporate Governance

Code of Ethics

On August 15, 2007, the Company adopted a Code of Ethics and Business Conduct (the "Code") applicable to the Company's Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and all other employees.  
Among other provisions, the Code sets forth standards for honest and ethical conduct, full and fair disclosure in public filings and shareholder communications, compliance with laws, rules and regulations, reporting of code violations and accountability for adherence to the Code.

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Corporate Governance Guidelines

The Company and its Board are committed to high standards of corporate governance as an important component in building and maintaining stockholder value.  On April 27, 2010, the Company adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines which set forth the Company's corporate governance policies and practices.

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Nominating Committee

On July 22, 2008, the Company established a Nominating Committee to establish and maintain reasonable qualifications for persons serving as directors, identifies individuals qualified to become Board members, and nominate qualified candidates for election to the Board and appointment to fill vacancies on the Board.

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Audit Committee

On July 22, 2008, the Company established an Audit Committee to assist the Board of Directors in its general oversight of the Company’s financial reporting, internal control and audit functions. 

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Compensation Committee

On July 22, 2008, the Company established a Compensation Committee to provide assistance to the Company’s directors in fulfilling their responsibility to stockholders to ensure that the Company’s executive officers are compensated within the Company’s compensation philosophy and objectives.

Click here to view the charter of the Compensation Committee.