Hello, Just checking whether we could have a recording of this session. Best Mohibul On Mon, May 5, 2025 at 2:21 PM ICANN At-Large Staff via NA-Discuss < na-discuss@icann.org> wrote:

Dear All,

There will be a *NARALO *Meet the Candidates Call scheduled for *Monday, 05** May 2025 at 19**:00 UTC *for 60 minutes.

For other times: https://tinyurl.com/2s3h2893

The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/cINBDw

Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94856057100?pwd=Ypg99bqFxLI1ddZ6fP49SlyNPUNaqq.1* / Passcode: NARALOM05**

Thank you.

Kind Regards,

At-Large Staff

ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community

Website: atlarge.icann.org

Facebook: facebook.com/icann <https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> atlarge <https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>

------ NA-Discuss mailing list -- na-discuss@icann.org To unsubscribe send an email to na-discuss-leave@icann.org

Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org ------ _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos). You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

I put the recording through the AI grinder: - transcript attached. *NARALO Meet the Candidates Call, May 5, 2025*: *Michelle DeSmyter (ICANN Org)* - Welcomed participants and introduced the call. - Mentioned apologies from Eduardo Diaz and Marita Moll. - Listed staff present and gave housekeeping reminders. - Handed the meeting over to Greg Shatan. *Greg Shatan (Chair)* - Presented the agenda: candidate presentations for Secretariat and ALAC delegate to the NOMCOM, Q&A, and closing remarks. - Clarified that Jonathan Zuck is running unopposed and will speak if time permits. - Moderated transitions between speakers and managed the Q&A. *Bibi Rookaya Gulmahamed (Secretariat candidate)* - Highlighted active involvement in NARALO and ICANN fellowship. - Discussed organizing the NARALO Universal Acceptance Day and participation in outreach and engagement plans. - Brought professional experience in records, information management, IT, and cybersecurity. - Stressed commitment to transparency, accountability, and underrepresented voices. - Pledged to ensure timely communications and accessible documentation if elected. *Denise Hochbaum (Secretariat candidate)* - Introduced herself as a Brazilian-American with a PhD in architecture. - Described her experience in teaching, event organization, and internet governance since 2016. - Highlighted involvement in the NARALO Advisory team, ICANN meetings, the NextGen program, and DNS Women’s initiatives. - Emphasized passion for community-building and mentorship. - Pledged to connect members across regions and generations if elected. *Waqar Ahmad (ALAC delegate to NOMCOM candidate)* - Shared professional background in telecom and networking, with work at Rogers Canada. - Detailed affiliations with NARALO, Internet Society Canada Chapter, IEEE, and ITU smart cities initiatives. - Highlighted leadership in a VSIC Urdu translation project and engagement with ARIN. - Emphasized technical expertise, policy insight, and commitment to diversity and transparency. - Asked for community support to strengthen NOMCOM contributions. *Alan Greenberg (ALAC delegate to NOMCOM candidate)* - Explained his candidacy was encouraged by respected colleagues. - Referred to his extensive ICANN experience, including 18 years in At-Large and 10 years in the GNSO. - Cited deep knowledge of IANA, PTI, and the IANA transition. - Highlighted ability to assess leadership qualities and commitment to ICANN’s goals. - Asked for community support. *Dana Cramer (ALAC delegate to NOMCOM candidate)* - Thanked nominator Kathleen. - Discussed experience across ICANN, ARIN, IGF, Giganet, TPRC, and Internet Society. - Addressed concerns about being a newer NARALO member and framed it as a strength. - Highlighted selection experience on university committees and nonprofit boards. - Emphasized analytical skills and cross-sector perspective. *Adrian Schmidt (ALAC delegate to NOMCOM candidate)* - Introduced himself as current NARALO Secretariat and engineer with global experience. - Highlighted ability to bridge technical and executive communication gaps. - Emphasized multicultural experience and relationship-building. - Committed to ensuring all voices are heard, building consensus, and representing NARALO with integrity. *Jonathan Zuck (ALAC, unopposed)* - Asked Secretariat candidates about strategies to expand NARALO’s base of ALSes. - Asked NOMCOM candidates how they would bring in new faces to ALAC and the board and whether NOMCOM should remain involved in ALAC appointments. *Candidate Responses (Q&A)* - *Bibi Rookaya Gulmahamed*: Emphasized outreach to underrepresented groups (Francophone, Indigenous, NGOs). - *Denise Hochbaum*: Called for bridging gaps between regions (US, Canada, Puerto Rico), inclusive action, and strategic planning. - *Waqar Ahmad*: Recommended outreach to local technical and civil society groups and showcasing benefits of ALS membership. - *Alan Greenberg*: Highlighted the need to focus not only on recruiting but on retaining newcomers and selecting people with a real interest in ICANN. - *Dana Cramer*: Focused on building relationships and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment. - *Adrian Schmidt*: Advocated balancing experience and new blood, maintaining care not to break what’s working. *Additional Questions* - Glenn McKnight asked about underrepresented groups and recruitment/retention strategies. - Kathleen Scoggin asked Secretariat candidates to suggest concrete onboarding ideas. - Evan and Alfredo asked about HR and interview experience for NOMCOM candidates; all candidates briefly summarized their qualifications and relevant experience. *Closing* - Sylvia Vivanco outlined the election schedule: online voting from May 9 to May 16. - Greg Shatan thanked participants and adjourned the meeting. - Michelle DeSmyter closed the call and thanked everyone. If you’d like, I can also draft a bullet-point version or provide a list of action items raised during the call. Would you like that? On Mon, May 5, 2025 at 6:07 PM Michelle DeSmyter via NA-Discuss < na-discuss@icann.org> wrote:

All recordings are listed on the wiki agenda page: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/cINBDw

-- -------------------------------------- Joly MacFie +12185659365 -------------------------------------- -