The Internet Commerce Association (ICA) is inviting all domain industry professionals and interested parties to a public Zoom webinar on Wednesday, April 16 at 1 PM ET to discuss the latest updates to the Domain Name Transfer Policy.
This session will cover key changes, including:
• Which domain locks are being removed?
• What are the new lock periods?
• Will domain transfers become easier for registrants and registrars?
• How will transfer disputes be handled?
Moderated by ICA General Counsel Zak Muscovitch, the expert panel will provide insights and answer questions about the implications of the new policy. The webinar is open to the public and free to attend—feel free to invite colleagues and friends in the industry.
Meet the Panelists:
Roger Carney – Director of Global Policy, GoDaddy
Roger leads GoDaddy’s global policy strategy and actively contributes to ICANN policymaking. With extensive experience in registrar operations, he brings critical insights into domain transfer procedures and regulatory frameworks.
Owen Smigelski – Head of ICANN Compliance & Relations, Namecheap
Formerly the Director of Contractual Compliance at ICANN, Owen now manages compliance and industry relations at Namecheap. With a legal background and deep knowledge of ICANN policy, he plays a vital role in policy discussions.
Jothan Frakes – CEO, Plisk.com
A domain industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, Jothan has co-founded major conferences like NamesCon and DomainFest. His work spans registrar and registry operations, making him a well-respected voice in the community.
Theo Geurts – Compliance & Policy Officer, Realtime Register B.V.
Theo has been a key figure in ICANN policy and internet security, with a strong focus on DNS abuse prevention and data-driven cybersecurity strategies. His perspective bridges technical operations and policy development.
🗓 Date & Time: Wednesday, April 16 at 1 PM ET
🔗 Register here: Click to Register
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of important policy changes and hear directly from the experts shaping the future of domain transfers.
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