Historical Resolution Tracking Feature » 2009-06-26 - Appointment of Dr. Paul Twomey as ICANN's Senior President
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2009-06-26 - Appointment of Dr. Paul Twomey as ICANN's Senior President
Board appointed Paul Twomey as Senior President.
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Whereas, Dr. Paul Twomey announced at ICANN's meetings in Mexico City that he would step down as President and CEO of ICANN on 1 July 2009.
Whereas, Dr. Twomey has agreed to stay on with ICANN through the end of the year in the role of Senior President in order to facilitate the transition to the new CEO.
Resolved (2009.06.26.35), the Board approves the terms of the agreement for Dr. Twomey's services as Senior President.
Resolved (2009.06.26.36), the Board appoints Dr. Paul Twomey as ICANN's Senior President pursuant to the terms of his agreement with ICANN for a term from 1 July 2009 to 1 January 2010.
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