The SDR Forum’s Chief Operating Officer’s (COO) primary responsibility is to facilitate the operations of the SDR Forum to advance the Forum’s strategic plan and maximize the quality of services provided to its members. Reporting to the Forum’s CEO, the COO facilitates meetings between members and with other relevant parties, and establishes mechanisms and procedures to simplify the development by members of high quality reports, recommendations, specifications, and standards. The COO also manages day to day operations of the Forum as a corporation, ensuring compliance of all relevant laws and regulations while maintaining high ethical standards at all times.