[NA-Discuss] Nomination of Waqar Ahmad to the ALAC position

[Waqar Ahmad]

Hi Rookayya,

Thank you so much for your support in regards to my nomination for ALAC
position. I am honored to accept the nomination for ALAC position.

I am eager to contribute to ICANN's missions and goals. I look forward to
collaborating with multistakeholders to advocate for an open, safe and
accessible internet for end users.

Thank you Rookayya for your support.

Best Regards,
Waqar Ahmad
+1-647-225-6111

On Sat., Apr. 27, 2024, 4:01 p.m. Rookayya G, <rookayya.g at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> I would like to nominate Waqar Ahmad for the ALAC position.
> He has expressed his sincere interest in the ALAC position. With a
> comprehensive background in the telecommunications sector and a deep
> understanding of Internet governance issues, he is eager to contribute to
> the advancement of the global Internet community through active
> participation in ALAC.
> Holding a Master of Engineering degree in Networks from Toronto
> Metropolitan University and certified as a Project Management Professional
> (PMP), his professional journey in various roles has provided him with
> valuable insights into the complexities of the telecommunications industry.
> His experience includes drafting technical documentation, managing DNS
> infrastructure, and overseeing networking projects, all of which directly
> align with ICANN's mission to ensure the resilience of the Internet in the
> region and act for the benefit of global Internet end-users. Additionally,
> his expertise in technical solutions, IP address management, and routing
> security supports ICANN's core objectives of maintaining the security and
> stability of DNS operations and combating cyber threats.
>
> His involvement in Internet governance extends beyond his professional
> capacity. As a member of organizations such as NARALO, NASIG, ARIN, the
> Internet Society Canada Chapter, Canadian IGF, IETF, IEEE Toronto local
> section, and ITU, he has actively engaged in discussions surrounding policy
> frameworks, stakeholder models, and emerging trends. These engagements have
> deepened his understanding of the multifaceted issues facing the Internet
> community and have prepared him to contribute meaningfully to ALAC's work.
>
> While he is a new individual member of NARALO and has not yet been
> directly involved in ICANN's policy development process and its working
> groups such as CPWG, he is making efforts to be involved in policy
> discussions. His active participation in conversations within At-Large,
> CPWG, NARALO, and UASG meetings has motivated him to take a leading role as
> an ALAC member. Besides that, he is the volunteer member of UA working
> group for North America and he is keen to leverage ICANN's multi
> stakeholder approach to policy making to ensure an open, safe, and
> accessible Internet for all.
>
> In conclusion, he believes his unique blend of technical expertise, policy
> understanding, and passion for Internet governance motivates him well to
> serve as an effective ALAC representative for North America. He is
> committed to collaborating with fellow stakeholders to address the
> challenges facing our global Internet infrastructure and to advocate for
> the interests of end-users.
>
> Thank you for considering his nomination for the ALAC position. He looks
> forward to the opportunity to contribute to ICANN's mission and goals.
>
>
> Best,
> Rookayya Gulmahamed
>
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