The Board of Directors may, on the recommendation of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, appoint a Deputy Chief Executive Officer to assist the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Where appropriate, the Board of Directors shall specify the responsibilities of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and determine his term of office.
If the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ceases to hold office or is prevented from carrying out his duties, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer retains his duties and responsibilities, unless the Board decides otherwise, until the appointment of a new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.