Countdown to #InternetNZ board elections!
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
We're in the countdown to the #InternetNZ board elections.
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
July 23, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Countdown to #InternetNZ board elections!
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
Now that we are in #InternetNZ board elections period I have a minor update:
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 28/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 28/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
Countdown to #InternetNZ board elections!
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
We're in the countdown to the #InternetNZ board elections.
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
July 28, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Now that we are in #InternetNZ board elections period I have a minor update:
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 28/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 28/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
Thoughts welcome!
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Countdown to #InternetNZ board elections!
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
My updated #INZReckons - preferred rankings as of 23/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Daniel Spector
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Annette Culpan
5 Keoni Mahelona
6 David Chisholm
7 Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
We're in the countdown to the #InternetNZ board elections.
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
Deliberation is ongoing, but here are my ranked preferences as of 20/07/2026:
1 Bianca Grizhar
2 Keoni Mahelona
3 Daniel Spector
4 Annette Culpan
5 Nabil Sabio Azadi
? David Chisholm
No Douglas Brown
No Jan Rivers
No Jillaine Heather
July 23, 2026 at 6:43 AM
Spector has moved up. I had a good conversation with him that, if anything, increased my confidence that he would be a strong and effective voice if reelected.
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July 23, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Spector has moved up. I had a good conversation with him that, if anything, increased my confidence that he would be a strong and effective voice if reelected.
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There are some significant movements in rank, what's happened?
Well...
I've been looking at their engagement, the posted candidate statements, talking to people that know some of the candidates, and talking to some of the candidates themselves.
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Well...
I've been looking at their engagement, the posted candidate statements, talking to people that know some of the candidates, and talking to some of the candidates themselves.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 5:53 AM
There are some significant movements in rank, what's happened?
Well...
I've been looking at their engagement, the posted candidate statements, talking to people that know some of the candidates, and talking to some of the candidates themselves.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
Well...
I've been looking at their engagement, the posted candidate statements, talking to people that know some of the candidates, and talking to some of the candidates themselves.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
And now that I've gotten to the end I've realised I forgot to mention Grizhar who I've kept at 1.
I've had a good chat with Grizhar and I think she's the best fit for the board member we need now. She understand the situation, is responsive, experienced, and tenacious.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
I've had a good chat with Grizhar and I think she's the best fit for the board member we need now. She understand the situation, is responsive, experienced, and tenacious.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 6:19 AM
And now that I've gotten to the end I've realised I forgot to mention Grizhar who I've kept at 1.
I've had a good chat with Grizhar and I think she's the best fit for the board member we need now. She understand the situation, is responsive, experienced, and tenacious.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
I've had a good chat with Grizhar and I think she's the best fit for the board member we need now. She understand the situation, is responsive, experienced, and tenacious.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
Azadi has moved up from 5 to 3. His excellent response in Nethub (INZ's Slack) as well as his candidate statement were a big contributor.
I also had a conversation with him and he understands the situation he would be stepping into and I think could navigate it.
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I also had a conversation with him and he understands the situation he would be stepping into and I think could navigate it.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 6:05 AM
Azadi has moved up from 5 to 3. His excellent response in Nethub (INZ's Slack) as well as his candidate statement were a big contributor.
I also had a conversation with him and he understands the situation he would be stepping into and I think could navigate it.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
I also had a conversation with him and he understands the situation he would be stepping into and I think could navigate it.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
Chrisholm effectively stays at 6. Although I did very much enjoy his candidate video & statement (he seems lovely) I don't think he has the mix of experience and tenacity that we're going to need.
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July 23, 2026 at 6:12 AM
Chrisholm effectively stays at 6. Although I did very much enjoy his candidate video & statement (he seems lovely) I don't think he has the mix of experience and tenacity that we're going to need.
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Azadi's main detraction is his lack of experience sitting on boards (although he has significant experience interacting with and understanding them). This is what puts him behind Grizhar & Spector.
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July 23, 2026 at 6:06 AM
Azadi's main detraction is his lack of experience sitting on boards (although he has significant experience interacting with and understanding them). This is what puts him behind Grizhar & Spector.
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I am leaving both Brown & Heather unranked. There has been some debate around if one is worse than the other but honestly I think its academic.
They're both FSU lawyers and would be effective at throwing sand in the gears.
I would rather ensure my vote went to neither.
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They're both FSU lawyers and would be effective at throwing sand in the gears.
I would rather ensure my vote went to neither.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 6:16 AM
I am leaving both Brown & Heather unranked. There has been some debate around if one is worse than the other but honestly I think its academic.
They're both FSU lawyers and would be effective at throwing sand in the gears.
I would rather ensure my vote went to neither.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
They're both FSU lawyers and would be effective at throwing sand in the gears.
I would rather ensure my vote went to neither.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
Culpan stays at 4. I actually really like her! Her candidate statement and video are excellent and her non-profit & philanthropic governance knowledge are excellent! If we were in less tumultuous times I'd consider her a shoe in.
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July 23, 2026 at 6:09 AM
Culpan stays at 4. I actually really like her! Her candidate statement and video are excellent and her non-profit & philanthropic governance knowledge are excellent! If we were in less tumultuous times I'd consider her a shoe in.
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Mahelona has dropped significantly. This is due to multiple conversations I've had with folks who know him professionally as well as a very light candidate statement and not much general engagement.
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I haven't spoken with Keoni himself.
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I haven't spoken with Keoni himself.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
I haven't been able to connect with Keoni himself.
There are acquaintances who like him but I've spoken to folks who have worked more closely with him & they're less positive. He's clearly very smart, the issue seems to be one of consistent follow-through.
He'll be moving down my list considerably
There are acquaintances who like him but I've spoken to folks who have worked more closely with him & they're less positive. He's clearly very smart, the issue seems to be one of consistent follow-through.
He'll be moving down my list considerably
July 23, 2026 at 5:58 AM
Mahelona has dropped significantly. This is due to multiple conversations I've had with folks who know him professionally as well as a very light candidate statement and not much general engagement.
bsky.app/profile/jpda...
I haven't spoken with Keoni himself.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
bsky.app/profile/jpda...
I haven't spoken with Keoni himself.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
My updated #INZReckons - for #InternetNZ elections preferred rankings as of 27/07/2026. Voting closes 12noon 10 August
1 Daniel Spector
2 Bianca Grizhar
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Keoni Mahelona
5 Annette Culpan
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
1 Daniel Spector
2 Bianca Grizhar
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Keoni Mahelona
5 Annette Culpan
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
July 27, 2026 at 6:54 AM
My updated #INZReckons - for #InternetNZ elections preferred rankings as of 27/07/2026. Voting closes 12noon 10 August
1 Daniel Spector
2 Bianca Grizhar
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Keoni Mahelona
5 Annette Culpan
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
1 Daniel Spector
2 Bianca Grizhar
3 Nabil Sabio Azadi
4 Keoni Mahelona
5 Annette Culpan
6 David Chisholm
No Jan Rivers
No Douglas Brown
No Jillaine Heather
I have ranked Rivers at 7. This has caused something of a kerfuffle as I previously had her unranked.
However... With the STV voting system if there is a lesser evil, it is best to rank it. I feel Rivers would be less effective than Brown or Heather.
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However... With the STV voting system if there is a lesser evil, it is best to rank it. I feel Rivers would be less effective than Brown or Heather.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 6:15 AM
I have ranked Rivers at 7. This has caused something of a kerfuffle as I previously had her unranked.
However... With the STV voting system if there is a lesser evil, it is best to rank it. I feel Rivers would be less effective than Brown or Heather.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
However... With the STV voting system if there is a lesser evil, it is best to rank it. I feel Rivers would be less effective than Brown or Heather.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
But I'm not sure if Culpan is prepared for the situation the board will be entering.
In fairness to Culpan I have not spoken to her so have not been able to ask.
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In fairness to Culpan I have not spoken to her so have not been able to ask.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
July 23, 2026 at 6:10 AM
But I'm not sure if Culpan is prepared for the situation the board will be entering.
In fairness to Culpan I have not spoken to her so have not been able to ask.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons
In fairness to Culpan I have not spoken to her so have not been able to ask.
#InternetNZ #INZReckons