Hi all, * Firstly thanks to Rick and Margie for your kind words and demonstration of trust. I accept the nomination, after considereable thought and analysis (in a completely sober condition :) ) ========== Objectives ========== * I have been in the domain name industry for donkeys years, and I believe I have always played a proactive and unbiased role with regard to every issue important to the community. I have personally contributed, both in terms of opinion and effort, quite vociferously as occasion may demand. I believe I have always had the best interests of the entire community in mind in all pursuits. Infact the only possible drawback maybe that while doing so I have stayed far from politics and diplomacy :) * I recently spent a significant amount of personal effort and time towards certain fundamental modifications to the ICANN Budget. To address Ross' remark, the efforts represented recognition of interests of all Registrars alike. The alternative budget document that I personally drafted and got a significantly large number of Registrars to agree upon, contained about 11 modifications requested of ICANN. Over 6 of these modifications were requested keeping in mind the interests of the larger Registrars (such as proposing 4 different fee caps and a relief to the per transaction fee. 3 of these fee caps were actually adopted by ICANN). * In the outreach effort for the budget modifications within just 1 week I was able to work with other concerned Registrars (of all sizes) to rally support from over 76 Registrars, many from different countries with language issues. There has not been a better realisation with regards to the diversity that our Registrar group represents. We have Registrars from different countries, Registrars with different business models, Registrars making different amounts of money, and Registrars of different sizes. While all Registrars did agree that the budget was flawed, getting a diverse group of Registrars to achieve consensus on an alternative proposal would not have been possible had the interests of everyone alike not been the underlying theme. * I believe that I would be able to dedicate both the time and effort that this responsibility demands. Infact it may actually require lesser time than it takes me to work on some of these issues from the outside :). As Bruce mentions time is an important aspect with regards to considering someone for this position. The position brings in responsibility and requires dedication of time. I have pursued several exercises in the past to sufficiently demonstrate to myself (more than others) that I do have the time to handle this responsibility. I have also attended every meeting (except 1 or 2) and have always been outspoken and participative in every issue. * I have been involved with the business side as well as the technical architecting of our Registrar operations and as many of you may already know, am as comfortable discussing policy and legal matters, as I am discussing EPP/protocols and C/Java code ============================== Conflict of Interest statement ============================== I have been personally involved in the Web-Services and Domain Names industry since over 6 years now. I am the Chairman and CEO of Directi (http://www.directi.com), an ICANN Accredited Registrar and Web Services Provider I am also the Chairman and CEO of LogicBoxes (http://www.logicboxes.com) a separate entity which specialises in providing Automation solutions and Support Solutions for ICANN Accredited Registrars. LogicBoxes currently powers a number of Registrars, and consults several other Registrars on Accreditation, Operations and Support. LogicBoxes also provides outsourced Support Solutions to Registrars. Directi also runs WebHosting.Info (http://www.webhosting.info) an online statistics portal about the domain name and web hosting industry. Additionally Directi also runs 2 other Registrars by the name of Transecute Neither I nor any of my companies have any ownership in any registry. I participate in the Internet Management Group in India, which is the steering and policy formation committee for the .IN Registry. I consult the Ministry of Information Technology in India on various guidelines, issues and practices with regards to their role in managing the .IN Registry on several occassions. I do run several other companies/initiatives involved in Payment Gateway Solutions, Hosting Automation Solutions and other associated Web Infrastructure services. Best Regards Bhavin Turakhia Founder, CEO and Chairman DirectI -------------------------------------- http://www.directi.com Direct Line: +91 (22) 5679 7600 Direct Fax: +91 (22) 5679 7510 Board Line (USA): +1 (415) 240 4172 Board Line (India): +91 (22) 5679 7500 --------------------------------------
-----Original Message----- From: Rick Wesson [mailto:wessorh@ar.com] Sent: Friday, August 27, 2004 7:37 PM To: Bruce Tonkin Cc: Registrars Constituency; jbuchanan@register.com; bhavin.t@directi.com Subject: RE: [registrars] Nominations for Chair.
Bruce,
Though I have known and respect Jordyn, being the Register.com RC rep does not immediately qualify one as RC Chair material.
The successful demonstration of leadership does, and for a recent demonstration in budget negotiations I'd like to nominate Bhavin Turakhia, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Directi
IMHO, someone whom understands our community and can develop consensus is the kind of leader we need.
-rick
On Thu, 26 Aug 2004, Bruce Tonkin wrote:
Hello Bob,
I would like to start with thanking Elana for her hard work
and valued
contribution in her role as chair. I also wish her well in her new job.
I believe that Jordyn Buchanan from Register.com will take over as Register.com's representative in the registrars constituency. Jordyn has served on the GNSO Council, and is currently co-chair of the combined WHOIS task force 1 and 2. He is well regarded within the GNSO.
If Jordyn is willing and has the time available, I am happy to nominate Jordyn Buchanan for chair.
Regards, Bruce Tonkin
-----Original Message----- From: owner-registrars@gnso.icann.org [mailto:owner-registrars@gnso.icann.org] On Behalf Of Robert F. Connelly Sent: Thursday, 26 August 2004 7:24 AM To: Registrars Constituency Subject: [registrars] Nominations for Chair.
Dear Registrars:
I bring sad news, Elana has accepted a position which will take her away from us.
I can only describe her tenure as Stupendous. I have enjoyed working for her. She has been objective and fair, has run well organized meetings.
Sadly, I am calling for nominations for Chair of the RC.
Regards, BobC, Secretary.