Dear Vladimer, Your nomination acceptance is recorded. As the next steps: 1. Please update your At-large SOI page<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/Vladimer+Svanadze+SOI>. 2. Send a brief statement explaining why you are a suitable candidate. Thank you. Kind Regards, Yeşim Sağlam From: APAC-Discuss <apac-discuss-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org> on behalf of APAC-Discuss <apac-discuss@atlarge-lists.icann.org> Reply-To: Vladimer Svanadze <vsvanadze@indein.net> Date: 22 April 2024 Monday 10:39 To: Neli odishvili <odishvilineliko@gmail.com> Cc: APAC-Discuss <apac-discuss@atlarge-lists.icann.org> Subject: Re: [APAC-Discuss] Fwd: Nomination for APRALO Vice Chair position Dear Neli, Thank you very much for nominated my candidacy as a vice - chair of APRALO, very appreciated! I accept this challenge. Best Regards, Lado Svanadze P. S. I would like to add in my bio that my English is not that good....... --------------------------------------------- Your Sincerely, Dr. Vladimer Svanadze Internet Governance and Cyber Diplomacy Chairman of the Board at the "Internet Development Initiative (IDI)" vsvanadze@indein.net<mailto:vsvanadze@indein.net> Affiliated Professor at the Business and Technology University (BTU) vladimer.svanadze@btu.edu.ge<mailto:vladimer.svanadze@btu.edu.ge> +995 577 155 168 ---- On Sun, 21 Apr 2024 17:09:21 +0400 Neli odishvili <odishvilineliko@gmail.com> wrote --- ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Neli odishvili <odishvilineliko@gmail.com<mailto:odishvilineliko@gmail.com>> Date: Sat, 20 Apr 2024 at 11:16 Subject: Nomination for APRALO Vice Chair position To: <apac-discuss@atlarge-lists.icann.org<mailto:apac-discuss@atlarge-lists.icann.org>> Cc: <staff@atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>> Greetings, I want to wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Vladimer Svanadze as an exceptional expert for the position of Vice Chair of APRALO. I have had the privilege of knowing and working closely with Dr. Svanadze for several years, and I am consistently impressed by his immense knowledge, unwavering dedication, and significant contributions to create a better future of the Internet. Mr. Svanadze's accomplishments are nothing short of remarkable. As the founder and chairman of the Internet Development Initiative (IDI), he has displayed visionary leadership and has been influential in driving positive change within the cybersecurity landscape in Georgia. His role as a Managing Partner in establishing the Cyber Security Academy (CSA) and the Georgian Information Security Association (GISA) underscores his commitment to fostering educational and professional growth in the field. Mr. Svanadze serves as a senior policy analyst, a role that speaks volumes about his expertise and reputation in the global cybersecurity community. His work in this capacity has undoubtedly contributed to shaping effective cybersecurity policies and strategies on an international scale. His leadership roles underscores his influence in shaping policy discourse and fostering collaboration between industry stakeholders. A testament to his academic prowess, Dr. Svanadze holds an MA in Political Science with a focus on International Security and International Development. His ongoing pursuit of a PhD in Public Governance with a specialization in "Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Governance" is a testament to his dedication to advancing his expertise. Having worked closely with international organizations and Internet corporations as a national expert, Mr. Svanadze's commitment to driving positive change extends beyond his immediate endeavors and into international collaborations. Therefore, Mr. Vladimer Svanadze is an exemplary cybersecurity professional who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, expertise, and dedication throughout his work with ICANN. His diverse accomplishments in education, policy, strategy, and academia are a testament that Dr. Vladimer Svanadze will be a great resource person if get opportunity to be one of vice chairs of APRALO. Sincerely, Neli Odishvili Chief Executive Officer of Internet Development Initiative