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Quinn, Alyssa

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Affiliation: Unaffiliated

Candidate Assessment: Qualified

Candidate Questionnaire

1. Bearing in mind that you run and serve as an individual, rather than representing an organization, is there an organizational/employer affiliation you’d like to state for identification purposes?

None. I presently work my best “job” ever—stay-at-home-mom—and am unaffiliated with any organization or employer.

2. Are you available to serve the entirety of a three-year term?

Yes

3. Describe any limitations on your ability to travel to attend ARIN and ICANN meetings in person or participate in scheduled teleconference calls.

None.

4. The ASO AC holds monthly conference calls and participation is expected of all members. Would participation in these calls present any issue for you?

No issues.

5. Why do you want to serve on the NRO NC, and what goals do you want to accomplish?

After serving on the ARIN AC for six years, I stepped away from employment and the associated volunteer commitments to have a baby and be completely present for his first years of life. I’m ready to re-integrate some internet governance volunteer commitments into my schedule in 2026. I’d like to help the NRO carry forward the great work done this year on the ICP2. I hope to also work with the NRO to anticipate and plan for potential geopolitical risks that may impact RIRs and internet number resources. Finally, I’d look forward to helping coordinate the interests and joint participation of the RIRs in various internet governance events (IGF, ITU Plenipot 2026, etc.)

6. What, if any, conflicts of interest might arise for you as an NRO NC member? Specifically, do you serve in what could be perceived as any Internet governance roles, provide any services directly or indirectly to ARIN, or represent any significant interest from the community?

None at this time.

7. What is your record of serving the Internet community in the ARIN region?

-ARIN AC Member Jan 2017-Dec 2022

-ARIN Nom Com 2019

-Canadian Internet Governance Forum 2018-2023

-Montreal Internet Exchange (QIX) Board of Directors 2020-2023

-Canadian Internet Society Board of Directors 2018-2020

8. What participation do you have within ICANN, in the past and currently? Are you a member of any other ICANN AC or SO?

I worked as the Policy Program Manager at the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) from 2018 to 2022. I attended ICANN meetings as their representative, serving primarily in the Country Code Name Supporting Organization (ccNSO) on behalf of the .ca TLD. I participated in delightfully arcane working groups; e.g. a working group tasked with looking at the ccNSO’s PDP Review Mechanism, and the ccNSO’s Guidelines Review Committee. I also participated in a PDP covering the retirement of ccTLDs when the country code is removed from the ISO 3166 list. I am not currently affiliated with or serving on any other AC or SO.

9. What differentiates you as a candidate, or makes you uniquely suited to serve on the NRO NC?

I was steeped in the ICANN environment in a previous day job. At the same time, I volunteered in the numbering community on the ARIN AC for six years. I bring a strong understanding of the policy development processes in the RIRs, as well as the policy development processes at ICANN. I maintain good relationships with people working at and volunteering for both ARIN and ICANN. I find that leveraging these relationships and the collected knowledge of professionals across the industry and around the world to be invaluable in getting work done. I am a Canadian who has immigrated to the United States. I have experience living and working in two countries in the ARIN service region, plus the associated professional relationships in Canada and the United States.

10. Provide a brief biography of recent experience, associations, and affiliations relevant to serving on the NRO NC, including names of organizations, positions held, specific duties, and dates of service.

Alyssa Quinn has spent her career working on issues of internet governance. She worked at the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) from 2018-2022, serving as their Policy Program Manager based in Ottawa, Ontario. She was responsible for coordinating CIRA’s engagement at ICANN, government relations, and interventions into relevant regulatory and legal processes. While at CIRA, she also performed the secretariat functions for the Canadian Internet Governance Forum. Prior to joining CIRA, Alyssa worked as the Policy and Strategy Advisor at Cybera in Calgary, Alberta. Cybera is Alberta’s non-profit research and education network, serving government, K-12 schools, and post-secondary institutions. Alyssa served in a volunteer capacity on the ARIN Advisory Council from 2016-2022. She also sat on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Internet Society chapter and the Montreal Internet Exchange. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science from Carleton University (2014). Alyssa now resides in the greater Seattle area with her husband, toddler, three teenage stepkids, and a (sometimes impressive) dog. Please also see the response to Q7.

11. (Optional) Provide one URL to a social media website of your choice, to foster dialogue with community members.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyssaquinn

12. (Optional) Provide one URL to a web page with biographical information.

No response provided.

12 responses

  1. Sean Copeland

    I had the opportunity to work with Alyssa during her time at CIRA, where she served as Policy Program Manager and participated actively in the ccNSO. We served together on several ccNSO working groups, including the Guideline Review Committee (GRC), where I had the privilege of working with her in my capacity as Chair.

    Alyssa was a valued member of the GRC, contributing detailed, thoughtful, and balanced input throughout the committee’s work. She has a strong understanding of internet policy and governance processes, and she approaches complex issues with clarity and precision. Her ability to synthesize information and present it in a constructive, collaborative way made her contributions particularly effective.

    She is comfortable and respected in multistakeholder environments and brings professionalism and insight to every discussion. Alyssa’s combination of governance experience, technical understanding, and steady engagement would make her an asset to the NRO.

  2. Tina Morris

    I worked with Alyssa as a Fellow and as a member of the Advisory Committee, she is such a great contributor and collaborative voice. Alyssa is exactly who we need on the NRO right now as we deal with the important work to get ICP-2 edited and work to achieve consensus globally. Please vote for Alyssa, we need her!!

  3. Touraj Riazi

    Alyssa consistently demonstrated, in my frankly limited interactions with her, high levels of intellectual and emotional intelligence combined with an openness to providing and receiving quality, constructive feedback that made her stand out. I have not had (or do not currently have) affiliation or association with ARIN or ICANN but I strongly believe those who should vote for Alyssa. She will bring value, quality and stability to the role in turbulent times.

  4. Charles Noir

    I had the pleasure of working with Alyssa during her tenure as Policy Program Manager at CIRA while I served as Sr Director of International Telecommunications and Internet Policy at the Government of Canada. Alyssa is a highly capable and diplomatic policy professional with deep experience in Internet governance, particularly within the ICANN and ccNSO communities. She consistently brings balance, professionalism, and clarity to complex discussions. Her strong policy instincts, collaborative approach, and ability to build consensus make her an excellent candidate for the NRO NC and a valuable voice for the ARIN community.

    – Vice President, Community Investment, Policy and Advocacy, CIRA

  5. Cathy Aronson

    I served on the ARIN AC with Alyssa. She was an ARIN Fellow when I met her and I encouraged her to run for the AC. She was a great AC member. She will be a great NRO NC member too. She has valuable Internet Policy experience that will be very helpful to the NRO NC. I support her candidacy

  6. Nancy Carter

    I am pleased to offer my enthusiastic endorsement for Alyssa for the NRO NC role. Having observed her professionalism, experience, and communication skills, I am confident that she is the ideal candidate.

    Alyssa is a polished and articulate individual whose wealth of experience in policy matters sets her apart from other candidates. She has consistently demonstrated sound judgment, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the complex challenges facing ARIN and the ecosystem in which we operate. Her approach is always thoughtful and inclusive, prioritizing both effective outcomes and diverse perspectives.

    Not only does she bring impressive credentials and a proven track record, but her presence in this role would also enhance the diversity of thought and background within the committee—a quality that is essential for developing robust policies that benefit everyone.

    I strongly encourage others to cast their vote for Alyssa. I am confident that her appointment will bring significant value to ARIN and the NRO, and will foster a collaborative, forward-thinking environment for the NRO NC’s work.

  7. Kyle Loree

    Alyssa is exceptionally qualified, bringing a unique depth of experience from both the regional and global Internet governance arenas. Her tenure as the Policy Program Manager at the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) gave her expertise in policy coordination, government relations, and navigating intricate processes. Her dedication to multi-stakeholder engagement is proven by her work as the secretariat for the Canadian Internet Governance Forum (CIGF), demonstrating her commitment to transparency and ensuring diverse voices shape the North American internet space. We covered many complicated topics and she was able to help the organizing committees come to consensus, thus leading to many successful events. Her presence is missed.

    Combining all the experience she has with her kindness and wit, she is an excellent fit for this position. Her dedication, ethics, and insights will make significant impacts.

  8. Martin Hannigan

    Important times ahead and Alyssa will be a good choice for NRO NC/ASO AC.

  9. Kaitlyn Pellak

    Alyssa’s background serving on the Advisory Council and her work with ICANN and CIRA make her an excellent candidate for the NRO position. While our terms on the AC did not overlap, I have heard nothing but positive things from my fellow AC members for the work she did. I strongly support her candidacy for the NRO and believe her contributions would be invaluable.

  10. Leif Sawyer

    As a prior vice-chair, chair, and current ARIN AC member, I have had the pleasure of working with Alyssa in many aspects. Her professionalism, drive, and prior experience was evident from her first days on the AC.

    Those skills and experience brought a very high quality level of work that continued throughout her time on the council. I was very disheartened when she stepped away, as she left a significant gap on the AC.

    Bringing her skills and experience to the NRO will absolutely be a net gain, and I’m excited to see her potentially get to work again in her chosen field.

    Absolutely vote for Alyssa!

  11. Alison Wood

    I’m proud to support Alyssa Quinn for the NRO. Alyssa has shown outstanding leadership and a deep commitment to the global Internet community. She understands the importance of collaboration, transparency, and accountability, and she consistently works to ensure that number resource management serves the needs of all stakeholders.

    Alyssa’s experience, professionalism, and vision make her an excellent representative for the NRO. I’m confident she’ll serve with integrity and help strengthen the future of the organization.

  12. Amy Potter

    I fully support Alyssa Quinn for the NRO NC. I had the pleasure of working with her on ARIN’s Advisory Council for several years. She was thoughtful, diligent, well-prepared, and clearly understood the issues at hand. I joined the NRO NC in the beginning of this year, and after having seen up close what is involved I can confidently say that Alyssa would make an excellent contributor. Her skill set and experience with Internet governance align perfectly with the work we are doing. Not only does she have several years of experience with regional policy development at ARIN, she is also well-versed in the ICANN world. She has also been engaged in the issues we are currently working on, attending ARIN’s webinar on ICP-2. Alyssa has a great understanding of the RIR framework, the role of ICANN, and the important role that the Internet community plays within these structures. This is essential for any member of the NRO NC at any time, but especially right now as we work to strengthen the RIR ecosystem. This work requires a substantial amount of wordsmithing, soliciting and reviewing community feedback, understanding the trade-offs involved, and the practical implications for the rest of the system. Her professional and volunteer background, work ethic, attention to detail, strong language skills, and collaborative disposition would make her an excellent addition to the NC. We would be lucky to have her.