Affiliation: Addrex
Candidate Questionnaire
1. Public Contact Information:
a) Please provide one URL to an online location (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) where community members can dialogue with you. [Optional.]
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosatii/
b) Please identify your organizational affiliations. Note that Advisory Council (AC) members serve as individuals required to take ARIN’s best interests into account—not those of the organizations with which they are affiliated.
Addrex
2. Relevant Biography:
a) Please describe your relevant professional experience and expertise and explain how this background will make you an effective AC member.
I believe I would bring a practical and well-rounded perspective to the ARIN Advisory Council, shaped by a combination of technical, policy, business, and community experience.
Over the past decade, I have worked closely with ARIN policies and RIR processes through my roles as Technical Lead, Internet Registry Researcher, and Systems Analyst at Addrex. My work has included supporting network operators, enterprises, and other organizations with IP addressing strategy, IPv4 and IPv6 utilization analysis, policy analysis, and interactions with Regional Internet Registries. This has given me a strong understanding of how number resource policy is applied in real operational and business environments, and why policy must be clear, practical, and responsive to the needs of the community.
My experience with ARIN has also been shaped by my participation in the ARIN Fellowship Program, which gave me firsthand exposure to the Policy Development Process, the Number Resource Policy Manual, and the value of open community participation.
That experience encouraged me to become more involved with ARIN, including volunteering on the ARIN Fellowship Selection Committee, where I gained a deeper appreciation for bringing new voices into the ARIN community.
Additionally, I have been active in the broader Internet governance and network operator communities. I serve on the All-Hands and Program Committees at the Canadian Internet Governance Forum, helping support discussions around digital policy, multi-stakeholder participation, and Internet governance in Canada. I am also a volunteer with TORNOG, where I helped organize the first Toronto Network Operators Group event, including speaker outreach, agenda development, event planning, and community engagement.
Professionally, I have built technical tools and data-driven processes to analyze IPv4 and IPv6 usage, support resource planning, improve operational efficiency, and help stakeholders make informed decisions. I work directly with executives, technical teams, service providers, and policy stakeholders, which has helped me develop the ability to translate complex technical and policy issues into clear, practical recommendations.
If elected to the Advisory Council, I would bring a balanced, hands-on perspective informed by both policy participation and day-to-day operational experience.
b) Attach a resume, curriculum vitae, or other biography highlighting your experience most relevant to the duties of the AC. (PDF, DOC, DOCX files only)Remove any personal contact information (postal address, email, and/or phone number) from your resume/CV, as it will be posted publicly as part of the candidate information.
https://arin-elections.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/kosatii-resume.pdf
c) Optionally, you may also include additional web links to external websites (e.g., social media), though not as a substitute for your biography.
None
3. Eligibility:
a) Please disclose any conflicts of interest you may have, real or perceived, that would impact your ability to perform your duty as a member of ARIN’s Advisory Council. How do you propose to resolve any such conflicts?
None.
b) Are you currently eligible to serve on the Advisory Council, according to the Conflicts of Interest Policy?
Yes
c) If not currently eligible, how will you become eligible to serve if elected (e.g.. “If elected, I will resign from the position of ______ before 31 Dec 2026”). If not applicable, simply enter “N/A”
N/A
d) Describe any limitations on your ability to: attend AC and Public Policy Meetings in person; or serve all of the elected term.
None.
4. Nominee Information
a) Have you attended ARIN meetings or otherwise participated in ARIN activities in the past? What did you find the most rewarding from those meetings or activities? What suggestions for improvement do you have?
Yes, I have participated in ARIN meetings and activities, most notably as an ARIN Fellow in 2023. I have attended ARIN 46 and 47 virtually, and ARIN 52, 54, 55, 56, and 57 in person.
The most rewarding part of attending ARIN meetings has been the opportunity to connect with the ARIN community, learn from experienced participants, and see the policy development process firsthand.
As a suggestion, I would encourage ARIN to continue building mentorship pathways and expanding access to policy and technical education sessions, particularly for industry newcomers who are still learning how to participate effectively.
b) What areas of Internet number resource policy, if any, need more attention by ARIN, and why?
I believe ARIN should continue to pay close attention to the practical application of IPv4 transfer policy, IPv6 adoption, and policy clarity for organizations with varying levels of technical and administrative experience. Transfer policy needs to remain fair, transparent, and workable for both large and small organizations.
I also believe policy language should be written with operational clarity in mind. Clearer policy helps network operators, enterprises, and new participants better understand their options and responsibilities, and it supports more consistent implementation across the community.
c) Aside from the professional experience and expertise detailed above, describe any other specific skills, background, and/or areas of expertise you believe will assist the Advisory Council in carrying out its duties.
In addition to my professional experience, I have been involved in Internet governance and network operator community initiatives. I currently serve on the All-Hands and Program Committees at the Canadian Internet Governance Forum, where I help support multistakeholder dialogue on digital policy and Internet governance issues in Canada.
I am also a volunteer with TORNOG, the Toronto Network Operators Group, where I helped organize its first event, including support for speaker outreach, agenda development, and community engagement.