A North Dakota Sub-Advisory Agreement between Touchstone Advisors, Inc. and OPCA Advisors refers to a legal document that outlines the contractual relationship between these two entities. This agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which OPCA Advisors agrees to provide sub-advisory services to Touchstone Advisors and its clients in the state of North Dakota. The primary purpose of this agreement is to clearly define the responsibilities and obligations of both parties involved. It covers various aspects such as the scope of services, fee arrangements, termination clauses, intellectual property rights, confidentiality, and any other pertinent details necessary for the smooth functioning of the sub-advisory relationship. Touchstone Advisors, Inc. is a reputable and established financial institution offering investment management services, while OPCA Advisors acts as a sub-advisor, specializing in providing specific expertise or managing a portion of the investment assets on behalf of Touchstone Advisors. By entering into a sub-advisory agreement, Touchstone Advisors aims to leverage the specialized knowledge and capabilities of OPCA Advisors to enhance the overall quality and performance of their investment portfolios. There might be different types of North Dakota Sub-Advisory Agreements between Touchstone Advisors, Inc. and OPCA Advisors based on the specific nature of the services provided. Some common variations could include: 1. Asset-specific Sub-Advisory Agreement: This type of agreement focuses on a particular asset class or investment strategy, where OPCA Advisors specializes in managing or advising on specific assets. 2. Sector-specific Sub-Advisory Agreement: In this case, the agreement may be tailored towards a particular sector, such as technology, healthcare, energy, or real estate, where OPCA Advisors possesses industry-specific expertise. 3. Geographic-specific Sub-Advisory Agreement: This type of agreement could involve a geographical focus, such as investments within North Dakota or certain regions of the state. Regardless of the specific type, each North Dakota Sub-Advisory Agreement between Touchstone Advisors, Inc. and OPCA Advisors is designed to ensure a collaborative and mutually beneficial relationship, where OPCA Advisors contributes its unique skills and knowledge to help Touchstone Advisors achieve their investment objectives while conforming to North Dakota's regulatory framework.