South Dakota Checklist of Matters to be Considered at a Preliminary Meeting of Organizers of a Corporation and Included in its Minutes: 1. Introduction and Identification: — Call to order and confirm attendance of all organizers. — Identification of each organizer and their respective roles. — Designation of a temporary chairperson and secretary for the meeting. 2. Purpose of Meeting: — Explanation of the purpose of the meeting, which is to organize a corporation in South Dakota. — Discussion of the specific goals and objectives of the corporation. 3. Articles of Incorporation: — Review of the proposed Articles of Incorporation. — Discussion on the name of the corporation, its purpose, and its duration. — Approval of Articles of Incorporation and any necessary amendments. — Assignment of responsibilities for filing the Articles with the appropriate authorities. 4. Initial Directors and Officers: — Identification and appointment of the initial directors and officers of the corporation. — Discussion on their roles, responsibilities, and qualifications. — Agreeing on the terms and conditions of their appointment. 5. Corporate Bylaws: — Review and discussion of the proposed bylaws. — Approval of the bylaws, with any necessary modifications. — Assignment of responsibilities for maintaining and updating the bylaws as needed. 6. Initial Shareholders: — Discussion on the issuance of shares and allocation among the organizers. — Agreement on the share structure, including the number of authorized shares and their par value. — Assignment of responsibilities for maintaining shareholder records. 7. Registered Agent and Registered Office: — Selection of a registered agent for the corporation. — Determination of the registered office address in South Dakota. — Deciding on the method of communication with the registered agent. 8. Corporate Records and Minutes: — Discussion on record-keeping requirements and procedures for maintaining corporate records. — Agreement on the frequency and format of future meetings and minutes. — Appointment of a corporate secretary or minutes keeper. 9. Financial Matters: — Discussion on bank accounts, bookkeeping, and financial reporting. — Consideration of tax-related obligations and compliance requirements. — Assignment of responsibilities for financial management and record-keeping. 10. Adjournment: — Formal announcement and documentation of the meeting's conclusion. — Agreement on the date and time for the next meeting, if applicable. — Closing remarks and expressions of gratitude. Types of South Dakota Checklist of Matters to be Considered at a Preliminary Meeting of Organizers of a Corporation and Included in its Minutes: — South Dakota Checklist for Formation of a For-Profit Corporation: Specifically tailored for the organization of a for-profit corporation in South Dakota. — South Dakota Checklist for Formation of a Non-Profit Corporation: Geared towards the establishment of a non-profit corporation within the state of South Dakota. — South Dakota Checklist for Formation of a Professional Corporation: Specifically addressing the unique requirements and considerations involved in setting up a professional corporation, such as those in healthcare or legal sectors, in South Dakota.