The general responsibilities of the investment consulting firm include, but are not limited to: 1. Assist the Board In Fulfilling Its Fiduciary Obligations A. Provide services as a fiduciary and in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations as well as with all applicable professional codes and regulations. This fiduciary status will be contractually acknowledged by the selected investment consulting firm. B. Provide unbiased, transparent, conflict-free advice and opinions to the Investment Committee on all investment recommendations. C. Assist or lead as necessary in the development of strategic and tactical asset allocation recommendations which are approved by the Board. D. Assist or lead as necessary in development of investment policies, reporting, strategic planning and pacing analysis for private markets investment activities. E. Report in person to the Investment Committee and Board meetings (held quarterly) and as otherwise needed on the status of the COPERS fund and its multi-period, net of fee performance.