[registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for 2004-2005

[Monte Cahn]

I did not mention this as a reflection of Brian's ability or intensions,
just stated a very important fact.  After speaking to both Pivotal and
many folks at NSI, NSI (and their interests) is far from being
disconnected from VeriSign.  Remember that VeriSign paid in excess of
$22B for NSI to only sell the registrar portion for only $60M in cash.

Monte Cahn
Founder/CEO
 
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org
[mailto:owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org] On Behalf Of Michael D. Palage
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 1:43 PM
To: registrars at dnso.org
Subject: RE: [registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for
2004-2005


Monte:

That fact is not forgotten, however, I believe that the majority
shareholder will do what is in its best interest. When you consider that
NSI has around 7 million names under manage, any fee increase that is
imposed on registrars is felt most directly by them. Although trust of
NSI may be something that Brian will have to earn over time, I think in
this case your interests are mutually aligned.

The registrars constituency is a unique group of companies working
toward a common goal, while simultaneously trying to acquire each other
customers. What registrars need to do is see when their interests are
mutually aligned (minimizing fee increases/WSIS) and where they may be
divergent (transfers).

Finding a balance may not be easy, but the alternative is not pretty.

Best regards,

Michael









-----Original Message-----
From: Monte Cahn [mailto:monte at moniker.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 1:25 PM
To: michael at palage.com; 'Rob Hall'; registrars at dnso.org
Subject: RE: [registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for
2004-2005


Remember that VeriSign still maintains a 15% ownership of NSI for
various reasons.  I would not call that liberation - more like a
substantial ownership position.

Not that it makes a difference......

Monte Cahn
Founder/CEO

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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org
[mailto:owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org] On Behalf Of Michael D. Palage
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 12:49 PM
To: Rob Hall; registrars at dnso.org
Subject: RE: [registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for
2004-2005


Rob,

A couple of comments.

First, the budget process is very important and the three
representatives you have nominated are well qualified and I believe that
each would well represent the constituency.

Second, I would encourage the constituency to have more diverse
representatives participating in different committees. I know it is
difficult for some registrars trying to run their businesses to devote
these resources, however, it is vitally important to have a broad cross
section of participation. That was why I was glad to see Rob nominate
Tim and Brian. I have been very pleased to see GoDaddy taking an
increasing more active role in GNSO issues. As one of the largest ICANN
accredited registrars is this a positive development. I am also glad to
see Brian Cute similarly step up to the plate since NSI was liberated
from VeriSign.

Best regards,

Michael D. Palage




-----Original Message-----
From: owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org
[mailto:owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org]On Behalf Of Rob Hall
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 12:14 PM
To: registrars at dnso.org
Subject: RE: [registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for
2004-2005


I would like to nominate a few people to the budget committee:  Elana
Broitman, Brian Cute and Tim Ruiz.

To my knowledge, all three have shown an interest in the budget
discussions in the past, and I think they would make excelent reps on
this committee.

I know in the past we have typically tried to have a Registrar rep from
a large, medium and small Registrar, and I realize that these are all
three large Registrars, but I want to nominate them anyway, as I think
they would all be great (and who knows, we may not have many other
nominations from small or medium sized Registrars).

I have no idea if they will accept the nominations, but I would
encourage them to, as the budget is a serious matter that effects us all
and often gets overlooked.

Rob.

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org
[mailto:owner-registrars at gnso.icann.org]On Behalf Of Elana Broitman
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 9:19 AM
To: registrars at dnso.org
Cc: schroeder at icann.org
Subject: [registrars] FW: Budget Advisory Group Selection for 2004-2005


All - per the attached note, we need to elect 3 representatives to this
year's Budget Advisory Committee.  Last year's representatives were:

Elana Broitman [register.com - Accredited Registrars]
Paul Stahura [eNom - Accredited Registrars]
Rick Wesson [Alice's Registry - Accredited Registrars]

As soon as someone is nominated, we can begin the election process.  I
would encourage people to consider running for these positions,
particularly if you have the time to devote staying on tope of the
budget process and scrutinizing the draft budget.  This is the year to
see ICANN make a real change, so it is a critical time to be involved.

Thank you,

Elana Broitman
Register.com
575 Eighth Avenue
New York, NY 10018
Phone (212) 798-9215
Fax   (212) 629-9309
ebroitman at register.com


-----Original Message-----
From: Diane Schroeder [mailto:schroeder at icann.org]
Sent: Monday, December 15, 2003 4:12 PM
To: Elana Broitman
Subject: Budget Advisory Group Selection for 2004-2005



The budget process for ICANN's 2004-2005 budget is beginning, and as you
know, one of the important components of this process is the feedback
which
we receive from the constituencies.   Paul Twomey has asked me to
contact
you regarding formation of this year's Budget Advisory Group.  This
group, which is made up of representatives of the various
constituencies, advises the CEO on issues affecting ICANN's budget.
Please forward to me the names and e:mail addresses of the individuals
who will represent your constituency as soon as a selection has been
made.  We very much appreciate the opportunity to hear from your
constituency.  Thank you for participating in this process.


Diane Schroeder
Chief Financial Officer
ICANN
4676 Admiralty Way, Ste. 330
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Phone - +1-310-823-9358
Fax - +1-310-823-8649
schroeder at icann.org