Domain Summit Europe 2025 - confirmed speakers

Domain Summit Europe 2025: Who’s Speaking?

Here’s where you’ll find the confirmed speaker list for Domain Summit Europe, taking place in London this September.

🗓 Sep 2–3, 2025 | London, UK
Tickets: https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

New speakers added as they’re announced. Stay tuned

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Confirmed Speaker: Michael Riedl, CEO of Team Internet Group

We’re proud to announce Michael Riedl, CEO of Team Internet Group (formerly CentralNic Group), as a featured speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.
With operations spanning across Europe and beyond, Michael brings invaluable insights into the evolution of the domain industry and the strategic direction of one of its leading global players.

Returning to the Stage: Christopher Mondini of ICANN

We are honoured to welcome back Christopher Mondini, Managing Director for Europe and VP Stakeholder Engagement at ICANN, as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.
A strong advocate for multi-stakeholder internet governance, Christopher will share key developments and international perspectives from ICANN’s global mission.

Domain Powerhouse Returns — Lars Jensen of ShortDot Confirmed for 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Lars Jensen, CEO of ShortDot Registry, will once again take the stage at Domain Summit Europe 2025.
As the force behind one of the most dynamic new gTLD registries, Lars will bring his expert view on the domain market and the future of digital identity.

First-Time Speaker: Dr. Fabian Heuschele, CEO of Fruits.co

Joining us for the first time at Domain Summit Europe is Dr. Fabian Heuschele, founder and CEO of the cutting-edge domain marketplace Fruits.co.
Known for its modern, streamlined approach, Fruits.co is gaining strong momentum — and Dr. Heuschele will share his fresh vision for the domain industry’s future.

New Domain Summit 2025 Speaker Announcement: Arnaud Franquinet, CEO of Gandi

We're excited to welcome Arnaud Franquinet, CEO of Gandi, as a first-time speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

With over 20 years of experience, Gandi is a trusted name in domain registration, hosting, email, and SSL services—serving both individual users and enterprise clients. The company generates over €70 million in annual revenue, with more than 50% coming from international markets, making it a major player in the global internet services industry.

Arnaud brings deep leadership experience and a strategic vision shaped by his dual role in both the private and non-profit sectors of the domain world.

Excited to announce Daniel Stanica of Competico.com as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025!

With 20+ years in digital marketing, SEO, affiliate marketing & WEB3 investing, Daniel brings powerful insight into scaling online businesses and digital assets.

We are honoured to welcome Andriy Khvetkevych, a dynamic tech entrepreneur and co-founder of NicNames and NIC.UA, as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

NIC.UA is Ukraine’s largest domain registrar and a leading provider of both national and international domain extensions.



Andriy holds dual degrees: a BA in Patent Law from the National Institute of Intellectual Property of Ukraine and a BA in Economic Cybernetics from the National Metallurgical Academy of Ukraine. His combined expertise in law and tech powers NIC.UA’s cutting-edge domain and IP management strategies.

Andriy is also a 7-time national record holder in freediving for both Ukraine and the USA with world-class results in CNF 73m, CWT 99m, FIM 95m, CWTB 97m, and an incredible 7-minute breath-hold.

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Confirmed: Nigel Roberts of Island Networks® to Speak at Domain Summit Europe 2025

We’re proud to welcome Nigel Roberts, founder of Island Networks®, as a first-time speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

Island Networks®, founded in 1996, operates the ccTLDs .GG and .JE, and provides domain services worldwide. It also offers technical registry operations for .AS (American Samoa) and consulting for registry operators globally.

Nigel has a degree in Computing Science from Essex University, is a Chartered Engineer, and a Fellow of the BCS. In 2008, he completed a Qualifying Law Degree (LL.B).

In 1997, Nigel stood as a UK Parliamentary candidate. After the election, he relocated to Alderney, serving in the Island Parliament (States) from 2002 to 2003.

He’s also an enthusiast of cryptocurrency and electronic music.

We’re happy to confirm the return of Freddy Schiwek, a leading voice in the domain and hosting industry, to the stage at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

As CEO of Zonat Sàrl, Freddy led Luxhosting, Hosting.co.uk, and MonsterHost, which were sold to World Host Group in December 2023 and publicly announced on January 2, 2024.

In August 2024, Freddy took on a new role as Manager of Business Development at Namespace Holding S.A., where he now focuses on Hosting.de.

He is also the former EVP at EuroDNS and is widely recognised for his experience in building high-impact digital companies.

We’re excited to present Patrick Hauss , Regional Director France at CSC (Corporation Service Company®), as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Based in Paris, Patrick is a highly regarded professional in intellectual property and online brand protection, steering CSC’s strategy across France with precision and insight. Founded in 1899, CSC boasts a 125-year legacy that has transformed it into a global leader in the domain name industry, managing an extensive portfolio of over 2.5 million domain names across 1,713 extensions—an extraordinary scope that highlights its technical and operational excellence. CSC serves over 90% of the Fortune 500, meaning at least 451 of the top U.S. companies, and more than 90% of the 100 Best Global Brands per Interbrand’s rankings, equating to 91 or more of the world’s leading brands entrusting CSC with their digital assets.

As a top-tier corporate domain registrar, CSC plays a central role in ICANN’s New gTLD Program, overseeing more than one-third of all “dot brand” domains—customized extensions that empower companies to strengthen their online presence and protect their trademarks. This leadership underscores CSC’s commitment to innovation and its ability to meet the needs of the world’s biggest enterprises. In Europe, Patrick’s efforts in France amplify CSC’s impact, delivering robust solutions that safeguard digital identities against threats like cybersquatting and phishing, while catering to the unique demands of the European market. His work bridges CSC’s global expertise with regional relevance, making him a standout figure at the summit. Whether you’re involved in domain management, brand strategy, or digital security, Patrick’s session promises to offer actionable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry. Mark your calendars for his talk in 2025!

We’re pleased to introduce Filip Borcov , AKA Incredible, Founder of Site.Pro and B1.lt, as a key speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Russian by nationality and operating from Lithuania, Filip is a seasoned entrepreneur who considers himself a global citizen, always on the move to explore new horizons. His standout venture, Site.Pro, launched in 2014, has become a leading white-label website builder, seamlessly integrating with web hosting platforms across Europe, North America, and beyond.

Targeting small to medium web hosts with 1 to 300 servers, Site.Pro equips providers with a branded, intuitive tool to compete with DIY giants like Wix and Squarespace. With a lean team of 15, mostly in Lithuania, Filip has streamlined Site.Pro into the fastest platform for building responsive sites, adopted by thousands of hosting clients worldwide thanks to its “less is more” design ethos. He’s also founded B1.lt, a cloud accounting solution gaining traction in Lithuania, though Site.Pro remains his primary focus in the domain and hosting arena.



Filip’s career began in 2003 with Profis, a website development firm that delivered over 800 projects, paving the way for his innovative ventures. As a global traveler with a restless spirit, he’s grown Site.Pro into a vital asset for web hosts, enhancing their platforms with a builder that ties domains and hosting into a cohesive package.

At Domain Summit Europe 2025, Filip will dive into his experience scaling Site.Pro, offering strategies for hosting providers to strengthen their offerings, leverage domains effectively, and adapt to global trends. This session will appeal to hosting professionals, domain experts, and tech entrepreneurs, blending practical advice with a vision shaped by his worldwide journeys.

We’re pleased to welcome Benjamin Louis , CEO of Sparkling, as a first-time speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Benjamin manages the .alsace geographic top-level domain (GeoTLD), which proudly represents France’s Alsace region. At Sparkling, he partners with ICANN and AFNIC to maintain the .alsace domain’s success, supporting its role as a digital cornerstone for the region. Before Sparkling, he led the .alsace project for Region Grand Est, overseeing its creation and growth.

Active in the web industry since 1998, Benjamin gained valuable experience as a consultant for SdV Plurimedia, a French web agency and hosting center, enhancing his digital expertise. He holds a Master’s in Marketing and International Management from Centre MIM in Strasbourg, grounding his leadership in strategic insight. Additionally, he co-organizes NDDcamp in Paris and Strasbourg, driving domain-focused events, and was a member of the Afnic Board of Trustees from 2016 to 2022, contributing to France’s internet framework.

Stepping onto the Domain Summit stage for the first time, Benjamin will share his journey with .alsace, launched in 2015 to boost Alsace’s online presence and economy. His session will explore collaboration with ICANN and AFNIC, the dynamics of regional domain projects, and the broader impact of GeoTLDs on identity and business. Ideal for registry operators, domain professionals, and digital marketers, his talk will offer practical lessons and a new angle on geographic domains. Join us in 2025 to hear his insights!

We’re pleased to present Raedene McGary , Vice President of Tucows Registry, as a key speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Raedene came to Tucows in 2021 via the UNR Registry acquisition, where she was Chief Operating Officer, contributing her operational expertise.

With over 20 years in the domain name industry, she has held significant roles, such as Head of Policy and ccTLD Practice Manager at CentralNic Group plc, shaping domain policies and practices. Called to the Bar in England and Wales in 1995, licensed as a California Attorney, and a Certified Practitioner of Data Protection (EU & UK), Raedene brings a strong legal and regulatory background. She oversees Tucows Registry, part of a company launched in 1993 as a shareware provider. Today, Tucows is a global registry powerhouse, managing over 20 million domains, operating TLDs like .club, .online, and .design, and providing backend services to registries worldwide, supporting both gTLDs and ccTLDs with robust infrastructure and innovation.



Raedene’s talk will explore the intricacies of registry management, leveraging her experience from CentralNic, UNR, and now Tucows Registry’s global operations. She’ll address TLD strategies, data protection challenges, and trends shaping the domain industry, offering practical insights for registry operators, domain professionals, and policy specialists. Her session will shed light on how Tucows continues to lead in a dynamic market. Join us in 2025 to hear her perspective!

We’re pleased to present Jim Davies , Intellectual Property Solicitor at 360 Law Group, as a returning speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025!

Bridging the UK and Australia, Jim thrives at 360 Law Group, a UK-registered global virtual law firm that employs only Solicitors, Barristers, and Overseas Attorneys with 5+ years of qualification - many ex-Partners from leading global firms or former General Counsel. Its low-overhead approach offers some of the lowest rates in the field without sacrificing quality.



Jim’s foundation lies in his Cambridge education in science and law, followed by training at a Lincoln’s Inn firm focused on intellectual property. A standout early win saw him defend “champagne” for the French wine industry in a pivotal Court of Appeal case. He later shifted gears, managing UK-funded legal training in Romania and an IT security business in London, before merging those skills into a return to law, specializing in internet and domain name law, trademarks, and commercial guidance. After 15 years in Perth at firms like Wrays IP and Elevation Legal, he’s now back in London, a top-tier UK domain law specialist.

Jim’s track record boasts domain wins - defending MySpace.co.uk before its fame, securing Bounce.co.uk with a process-flaw victory, and retaining ThePhoenixGroup.co.uk against a FTSE 100 giant. In trademarks, he’s revoked FURNITURELAND for non-use and resisted CASINO DINO’s bad faith claim. A past Nominet director, he influenced .uk governance, and as OpenUK’s Company Secretary, he ensures robust standards with lively expertise.

Beyond law, he’s refereed rugby (with high-level teammates), ran a student entertainment outfit, and enjoys intimate live music and comedy - proud dad to three. At the summit, he’ll dive into domain disputes, IP protection, and internet law trends, offering practical wisdom for domain pros, registry operators, and tech entrepreneurs.

Join us in 2025! https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

We’re pleased to introduce Joe Alagna , Chief Strategy Officer at it.com Domains , as a featured speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Joe brings over 20 years of domain industry experience, with a strong track record in key roles.

He’s worked as Vice President at 101domain, Channel Director at Afilias (now part of Identity Digital), and General Manager for North American Markets at CentralNic (now part of Team Internet). In 2012, he co-authored 60 successful new gTLD applications - including .xyz, .club, and .app - playing a big part in expanding the internet.

Today, at it.com Domains, he helps organizations of all sizes with their domain needs. Joe’s career began in 1999, sparked by his role as a National Accounts Manager at AT&T Wireless, where he got into domains as a “domainer.”



As a domainer, he bought and sold domains like online real estate, using parking to earn cash - a niche that boosted Google and Yahoo (and still does). He also served on the Domain Name Association’s Executive Board, influencing industry direction.

Joe’s witnessed a major shift - the domain world once had distinct groups: registries and registrars handling policy and sales, domainers trading for profit, and hosting experts managing tech (many growing into large firms). Now, these blend - registrars explore domaining, domainers run registrar services, and hosting often comes included.

From Afilias’ registry and DNS offerings (before their acquisition) to his current strategic role, Joe’s navigated this change. Fun notes: his mascot is Snoopy, and he enjoys searching used bookstores for finds!

At the Summit, he’ll share his take on domains, gTLDs, and industry evolution, offering value to domain professionals, investors, and tech enthusiasts. Join us in 2025! Register today: https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

We’re pleased to announce David Barnett , Brand Protection Strategist and IA Executive at Stobbs IP Limited , as a returning speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025!

David joined Stobbs in 2023 to enhance their brand monitoring services. He began his 20-year career in 2004 at Envisional with brand protection pioneers, serving brands in finance, luxury goods, retail, media, e-commerce, tech, pharma, healthcare, engineering, FMCG, gambling, and other sectors.

He specializes in thought leadership and R&D, with interests in threat quantification, domain monitoring, and ROI analysis. David authored Brand Protection in the Online World (2016) and Patterns in Brand Monitoring (2025), and founded UnregisteredGems.com to highlight unregistered domain potential. He helps clients build effective protection programs to safeguard revenue and reputation.



Stobbs IP Limited launched in 2013 with 18 staff and now employs over 200 across Cambridge, London, Dublin, Eindhoven, and Munich. They achieved Tier 1 status from The Legal 500 within three years and won UK Trade Mark Firm of the Year from Managing Intellectual Property (2016, 2018) and World Trademark Review (2019, 2020).

Stobbs IAM combines IP expertise with business insight, brand enthusiasm, and practical approaches. They cover Intellectual Property, Trade Marks, Copyright, Designs, Domain Names, Litigation, Intangible Asset Management, Online Brand Enforcement, Valuation, Customs Enforcement, Disputes, Licensing, Commercial Contracts, Brand Intelligence, and Domain Name Management, offering high-quality, cost-effective solutions as a virtual in-house team.

Beyond work, David explores family history, sings in choirs, and cares for a large houseplant collection. He likes Chinese food, 60s pop and 90s Indie, 1984, his iPhone, and films like Interstellar and Groundhog Day. He’d try astronomy or snooker and enjoys the sound of snooker balls.

David’s presentation will explore brand protection and domain management, leveraging his books and Stobbs’ experience. Ideal for domain specialists, IP professionals, and strategists! Join us in 2025!

Register today: https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

We’re delighted to announce Richard Lau , a seasoned entrepreneur, domain industry veteran, and core investor in Titan Research , as a returning speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! From Canada, his career is a remarkable tapestry of innovation, resilience, and impact across the digital landscape.

Richard’s story begins in the mid-’90s, immersed in Canada’s paging industry. A colleague’s shift to an internet dial-up venture caught his eye, especially when friends grabbed IceCream.com. In 1996, he and a partner registered auto-dealer domains, sparking a call from Microsoft with a $9,500 offer - thwarted by a trademark issue, but it set the stage for his domain odyssey.

By the late ’90s, he’d turned that spark into a thriving venture - DomainsDirect.com offered free searches for friends, undercutting ISPs with a landing page that swapped $19.95 for zero. This grew into YourNameFree.com and NamesDirect, a top-30 registrar, and by 2001, he’d merged with NameZero and acquired MyDomain.com, a free DNS powerhouse with 500K domains, before recalibrating his path in California after a hectic run and tax challenges.

Honored as “Domainer of the Year” in 2004 at TRAFFIC, Richard has built a fortune since. He conceived NamesCon in 2012 on Rick Schwartz’s forum - a digital hub where he absorbed insights like a scholar. Launched in 2014, it became the domain industry’s premier event, hosting meetings, domain swaps over breakfast, and WaterSchool charity efforts, before its 2017 sale to WorldHostingDays. Now under Opus Origin, a major UK media and events investor, it continues to evolve. Resume.com, serving millions of job seekers, sold to Indeed, and Logo.com - his current star - has generated 10M+ logos with a custom-built tool that outshines clunky predecessors.

Titan Research, a UK-based domain name data company led by COO Cosmin Elefterescu, is his latest frontier. Their Domain Name Intelligence API provides businesses and organisations with up-to-date intelligence on any domain name - ownership details, histories, and risks. The Domain Name Management Service offers a comprehensive solution for streamlining large domain portfolios, from renewals to analytics. They’ve heavily invested in bespoke software, perfected to manage and grow their own portfolio and clients’, delivering precision and scalability.

Richard’s domain prowess is renowned - he’s reclaimed RL.com (a legal battle costing more than its value), God.com, and Wifi.com from hijackers, cementing his status as a forensics expert driven by principle. His portfolio spans thousands - two-word .coms for cash flow, plus treasures like Logo.com - his favorite for its category fit - and Face.com, listed at $10M after rejecting $1M, with visions of its tech or startup potential. Weed.com, sold cheap in 2008, remains a collective domainer regret.

In 2002, after a whirlwind of ventures and tax woes, Richard restarted with $5K in credit, flipping domains with finesse - scouring GoTo.com for keywords, tracing owners with skip-tracing skills from a detective book, and sealing deals with casual calls - “Richard from Canada here!” He’s since influenced crypto projects and maintained Domain Manager as a free tool for domainers, showcasing his enduring industry imprint.

Titan Research unites his expertise - Elefterescu (ex-Deepcrawl, Palantir) brings SaaS product know-how, while Richard’s vision drives their digital identity solutions. Beyond portfolio management, they’re shaping how brands secure their online presence, with APIs for threat detection and dashboards for portfolio control - a fusion of his 25+ years and forward-looking tech.

Richard’s commitment extends beyond profit - he’s raised over $500K for WaterSchool via WaterNight, leading as Executive Director to deliver clean water to Uganda and Kenya since 2007. He’s a staunch supporter of Women in Domaining and the ICA, and a networker who’s clinched deals over backyard barbecues. He savors Chinese food, 60s pop, 1984, and snooker’s gentle clicks, musing about astronomy or piano if domains ever wane.

His session will be a comprehensive dive - 25+ years of domain shifts (from $75 flips to $10M asks), branding insights (Logo.com’s swift success), and digital identity’s future with Titan Research. Expect tales of RL.com’s legal fight, NamesCon’s networking zenith and its Opus Origin phase, and his Face.com ambitions - invaluable for investors, brand specialists, and tech enthusiasts!

Join us in 2025! Register today: https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

We’re delighted to present Philippe Boos , CEO of Domgate, as a distinguished speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! With more than 15 years as a European Trademark Attorney, Philippe founded Domgate in 2014 to address the complex needs of country code top-level domains (ccTLDs), offering a tailored solution for trademark holders and resellers.

Philippe’s career began in Paris at a leading intellectual property law firm, followed by a stint as Trademark Counsel at the European Trademark Office (EUIPO) from June 2006 to October 2013 - the agency overseeing EU trademarks and Community designs. Noticing ccTLDs required specialised trademark expertise often lacking, he established Domgate in Grasse, France, creating a platform for 1,200+ ccTLDs across 250 countries with local presence via trustee services, anonymization, and an API for automation.

Domgate empowers resellers and safeguards companies’ online presence with a robust lineup. Their corporate domain services - domain watching, pre-contentious actions, and UDRP/URS procedures - are enhanced by the 9yard brand protection services: Domain Monitoring to track threats, Website Takedown to remove rogue sites, TM Watching & Registrations for trademark security, ccTLDs Domain Registration Strategy for global reach, and more. Philippe’s team of IT and IP experts provides a full toolkit, including a knowledge base and downloadable client docs.

Domgate stands out with its exclusive focus on ccTLDs and resellers. Philippe built a skilled crew of account managers and legal specialists, combining technical and trademark knowledge to enhance resellers’ offerings efficiently. Covering domains from .bh (Bahrain) to .ae (UAE), they deliver SEO advantages, local credibility, and brand localisation for international firms - a unique edge in the market.

Active in the industry, Philippe spoke at APTLD85 on registration tactics and networked at CloudFest and INTA 2024. He’s shared LinkedIn insights on AI-driven domain risks and hailed ICANN’s RDRS for trademark pros. Domgate’s €15 .it.com offer reflects his commitment to value. His session will dive into ccTLD strategies, 9yard protection, and brand security - vital for investors, brand experts, and tech pros!

Last year Domgate were also exhibitors at the Domain Summit 2024: