Istanbul, Turkey, November 2024 – The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has announced the re-appointment of Tripti Sinha as Chair of the ICANN Board of Directors and the appointment of Chris Chapman as Vice Chair. These appointments were finalized during ICANN’s 81st Public Meeting held in Istanbul from November 9-14, 2024.
Sinha, who has been a Board member since 2018, brings extensive experience in cyber-infrastructure and global Internet policy. Her leadership as Chair will continue to guide ICANN in ensuring a secure, reliable, and globally accessible Internet.
“I am honored to continue to serve as Chair working alongside our dedicated Board members and the ICANN community to ensure a secure, reliable, and global Internet for all,” said Tripti Sinha. “Our multistakeholder approach, rooted in collaboration and shared responsibility, has supported a unified global Internet, enabling exponential growth for more than 40 years. ICANN’s mission is essential to keeping the Internet open and inclusive, guided by core principles. This commitment will continue to drive us forward, ensuring the Internet remains inclusive and trusted.”
Since joining the Board in 2022, Chris Chapman has demonstrated strong leadership and dedication to ICANN’s mission. With extensive expertise in telecommunications, digital policy, and international regulatory bodies, Chapman has been instrumental in supporting ICANN’s efforts, including chairing the CEO Search Committee.
“Serving as Vice Chair is a great honor and responsibility,” said Chris Chapman. “I look forward to collaborating with Tripti, the Board, and our global stakeholders to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for ICANN and the Internet community.”
About ICANN
ICANN’s mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. ICANN coordinates unique identifiers across the world to ensure computers and devices connect efficiently. Founded in 1998, ICANN operates as a nonprofit public benefit corporation, bringing together a diverse global community to manage Internet governance and ensure inclusivity and security online.
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