Domain Summit Domain Summit Europe 2025 - confirmed speakers

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Domain Summit Europe 2025 – Official Speaker Lineup

🗓 September 2–3, 2025
Business Design Centre, London, UK
Event Page & Tickets: https://london25.domainsummit.com/e/2138665959

We’re excited to introduce the confirmed speakers for Domain Summit Europe 2025, the leading event for domain investors, digital entrepreneurs, and internet infrastructure experts.

This thread will be regularly updated with new speaker announcements, each including bios, accomplishments, and topics they’ll cover at the event.

Feel free to join the discussion, share thoughts, or tag speakers you’re excited to meet!

Michael Riedl, CEO at Team Internet

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Christopher Mondini, VP, Stakeholder Engagement & Managing Director - Europe, ICANN

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Lars Jensen, Founder and CEO, ShortDot Registry
TLDs: .bond, .icu, .cyou, .cfd, .sbs

 

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We’re excited to announce Dr. Fabian Heuschele, Co-Founder & CEO of the new, trending and advanced new domain marketplace Fruits.co, is joining Domain Summit Europe 2025 as a first-time speaker!

Have you listed any domains for sale at Fruits?

And, do you also know their official account at Acorn Domains: @fruits.co

 

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We are honoured to announce Arnaud Franquinet, CEO of Gandi.net as a first-time speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

Gandi.net is a leading French web company offering domain name registration, hosting, email, and security certificate services to both retail and B2B customers. With an impressive €70 million turnover - over 50% of which is generated internationally - Gandi stands as a strong player in the global internet services landscape.
And, before you rush into looking up their .com > yes, Gandi does own Gandi.com as well

 

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We’re excited to welcome @Daniel - Monetize.info, founder of Competico.com , as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

With over 20 years of experience as an internet entrepreneur and digital marketing expert, Daniel has helped hundreds of businesses expand their online presence and unlock new revenue through SEO, Affiliate Marketing, and Competitive Intelligence.

Beyond consulting and strategy, Daniel is also an active investor in digital assets, including WEB3 projects, domain names, and digital companies—bringing a dynamic, forward-thinking perspective to the Summit.

Welcome Daniel!!

 

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We’re excited to welcome @Daniel - Monetize.info, founder of Competico.com , as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

With over 20 years of experience as an internet entrepreneur and digital marketing expert, Daniel has helped hundreds of businesses expand their online presence and unlock new revenue through SEO, Affiliate Marketing, and Competitive Intelligence.

Beyond consulting and strategy, Daniel is also an active investor in digital assets, including WEB3 projects, domain names, and digital companies—bringing a dynamic, forward-thinking perspective to the Summit.

Welcome Daniel!!

Thank you for having me @Helmuts! Can't wait to speak at Domain Summit about domain names and SEO. I invite you all to join my session: " What Are the Key SEO Metrics of a Domain Name?" on September 2.

 

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Thank you for having me @Helmuts! Can't wait to speak at Domain Summit about domain names and SEO. I invite you all to join my session: " What Are the Key SEO Metrics of a Domain Name?" on September 2.

Excellent, Daniel!! Happy Thursday! Helmuts

 

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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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First-Time Speaker: Nigel Roberts , Founder of Island Networks®

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

Founded in 1996, Island Networks® operates the top-level domains .GG (Guernsey) and .JE (Jersey), and provides domain name services to registrants, registrars, registries, and clients around the globe. They also deliver technical registry services for the .AS TLD (American Samoa) and offer consultancy to other domain managers worldwide.

Nigel holds a degree in Computing Science from Essex University, is a Chartered Engineer, and a Fellow of the BCS (British Computer Society). In 2008, he also earned a Qualifying Law Degree (LL.B).

He ran for the UK House of Commons in the 1997 General Election, and when the voters of Ipswich chose otherwise, he moved to the Channel Island of Alderney, where he served in the States (Island Parliament) from 2002 to 2003.

Outside of the domain world, Nigel is passionate about cryptocurrencies and analog electronic music.

 

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We’re excited to welcome back Freddy Schiwek , a well-known leader in the hosting and domain industry, as a speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025.

Freddy led brands like Luxhosting, Hosting.co.uk, and MonsterHost under Zonat Sàrl, where he served as CEO. In December 2023, this hosting portfolio was acquired by World Host Group, with the acquisition officially announced on January 2, 2024.

In August 2024, Freddy joined Namespace Holding S.A. as Manager of Business Development, where his focus is now on Hosting.de, one of the group’s leading platforms.

He is also the former EVP of EuroDNS and is known for scaling digital infrastructure businesses and navigating successful transitions.

 

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We’re thrilled to announce Patrick Hauss , Regional Director France at CSC (Corporation Service Company®), as a featured speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! With a distinguished career in intellectual property and brand protection, Patrick brings a wealth of expertise to the stage. Based in Paris, he spearheads CSC’s operations in France, crafting innovative strategies that protect the digital assets of some of the world’s most prominent brands. Founded in 1899, CSC has evolved over its 125-year history into a global powerhouse in the domain name industry, managing an impressive portfolio of over 2.5 million domain names across 1,713 extensions—a testament to its unmatched scale and technical prowess. CSC is trusted by over 90% of the Fortune 500, which translates to at least 451 of the top U.S. companies, and more than 90% of the 100 Best Global Brands according to Interbrand, meaning 91 or more of these elite brands rely on CSC’s services.

Globally, CSC stands out as the world’s leading corporate domain registrar, a status bolstered by its pivotal role in ICANN’s New gTLD Program, where it manages over one-third of all “dot brand” domains—custom extensions like .nike or .bmw that major corporations use to secure their online identity. This leadership in the gTLD space highlights CSC’s forward-thinking approach to digital brand management. In Europe, Patrick’s work in France amplifies CSC’s regional influence, ensuring that multinational corporations and local enterprises alike benefit from cutting-edge solutions to combat cybersquatting, phishing, and other online threats. His deep understanding of the European market, combined with CSC’s global reach, positions him as a must-hear voice at the summit. Whether you’re a domain professional, brand manager, or cybersecurity enthusiast, Patrick’s insights will shed light on the evolving landscape of digital protection. Join us in 2025 to hear from this industry leader!

 

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We’re excited to announce Filip Borcov , AKA Incredible, Founder of Site.Pro and B1.lt, as a standout speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Russian by nationality and hailing from Lithuania, Filip is a serial entrepreneur who sees himself as a global citizen, never stopping his travels to explore new markets and ideas.

His passion for technology shines in Site.Pro, launched in 2014, now a global leader in white-label website builders. Site.Pro empowers web hosting companies worldwide - across Europe, North America, and beyond - by integrating seamlessly with their platforms, serving small to medium hosts with 1 to 300 servers. With a tight-knit team of just 15, mostly based in Lithuania, Filip has made Site.Pro the fastest way to build responsive websites, helping hosts compete with giants like Wix and WordPress.

Its “less is more” philosophy has won over thousands of hosting clients, simplifying site creation while amplifying host offerings. He’s also behind B1.lt, a cloud accounting solution making waves in Lithuania, but Site.Pro is his star player in the domain and hosting world.

Filip’s tech journey began in 2003 with Profis, a website development firm that delivered over 800 projects, laying the foundation for his later successes. As a relentless traveler and global thinker, he’s scaled Site.Pro into a powerhouse that bridges domains and hosting, giving web hosts a branded, integrated builder that keeps customers in their ecosystem.

At Domain Summit Europe 2025, Filip will unpack his strategies for growing Site.Pro, sharing insights on enhancing hosting platforms, leveraging domains for business growth, and navigating the global digital landscape. Whether you’re a hosting provider aiming to level up, a domain expert, or an entrepreneur chasing big ideas, Filip’s session will deliver actionable takeaways and inspiration.

 

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We’re thrilled to introduce Benjamin Louis , CEO of Sparkling, as a first-time speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Benjamin leads the charge for the .alsace geographic top-level domain (GeoTLD), representing France’s Alsace region with pride. At Sparkling, he works hand-in-hand with ICANN and AFNIC to keep .alsace thriving, ensuring it serves as a digital banner for the region’s identity. Before taking the helm at Sparkling, Benjamin spearheaded the .alsace project for Region Grand Est, shaping its vision and rollout.

With over 25 years in the web industry since 1998, he’s a seasoned veteran—his career includes a stint as a consultant for SdV Plurimedia, a French web agency and hosting center, sharpening his expertise in digital infrastructure. Armed with a Master’s in Marketing and International Management from Centre MIM in Strasbourg, Benjamin brings a strategic edge to his work. He’s also a co-organizer of NDDcamp in Paris and Strasbourg, fostering domain industry dialogue, and served on the Afnic Board of Trustees from 2016 to 2022, influencing France’s internet governance.

Benjamin’s debut at Domain Summit promises a deep dive into the world of GeoTLDs, drawing from his hands-on experience with .alsace—a domain that’s boosted Alsace’s online visibility and economic potential since its 2015 launch. He’ll share insights on navigating ICANN’s ecosystem, collaborating with regional authorities, and leveraging domains for cultural and commercial impact.

Whether you’re a registry operator, domain investor, or digital strategist, Benjamin’s fresh perspective as a first-time speaker will spark ideas and showcase the power of geographic domains. Join us in 2025 for his exciting take on the future of the domain landscape!

 

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We’re excited to welcome Raedene McGary , Vice President of Tucows Registry, as a powerhouse speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025! Raedene joined Tucows in 2021 through the acquisition of UNR Registry, where she served as Chief Operating Officer, bringing her sharp operational expertise to the table. With over 20 years in the domain name industry, she’s a seasoned leader—her career highlights include roles as Head of Policy and ccTLD Practice Manager at CentralNic Group plc, where she shaped domain strategies and governance.

Called to the Bar in England and Wales in 1995, licensed as an Attorney in California, and a Certified Practitioner of Data Protection (EU & UK), Raedene blends legal acumen with deep industry insight. At Tucows Registry, she drives innovation for a company that’s been a domain trailblazer since 1993. Starting as a shareware distributor, Tucows evolved into a global registry giant, managing over 20 million domains across its portfolio, operating popular TLDs like .club, .online, and .design, and providing backend registry services to TLDs worldwide, from gTLDs to ccTLDs, with a reputation for reliability and scale.

Raedene’s session will dive into the fast-evolving registry landscape, drawing on her extensive experience—from policy-making at CentralNic to steering UNR’s operations and now leading Tucows Registry’s strategic growth. Expect a dynamic talk on registry management, data protection in the domain space, and the future of TLDs in a competitive market. Whether you’re a registry operator, domain investor, or policy buff, Raedene’s insights will deliver a masterclass in navigating the global domain ecosystem. Join us in 2025 for her take on what’s next!

 

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

Splitting his roots between the UK and Australia, Jim is a legal dynamo at 360 Law Group, a UK-registered global virtual law firm that taps only Solicitors, Barristers, and Overseas Attorneys with 5+ years of qualification - many ex-Partners from elite global firms or former General Counsel. Their lean, low-overhead model delivers some of the profession’s best rates while keeping quality sky-high. Jim’s journey kicked off at Cambridge, where he blended science and law, before training at a Lincoln’s Inn firm, honing his craft in intellectual property law.

A career-defining moment came early when he helped the French wine industry protect “champagne” in a landmark Court of Appeal win, cementing his IP chops. He then pivoted, organizing UK-funded legal training in Romania while running an IT security business in London - a fusion of skills that propelled him back to law as an internet and domain name specialist. After 15 years in Perth, Western Australia, working with firms like Wrays IP and Elevation Legal, he’s now back in London, ranked among the UK’s most experienced domain law experts.

Jim’s resume dazzles with domain dispute victories - defending MySpace.co.uk before the social giant took off, securing Bounce.co.uk with a process-flawing win, and holding ThePhoenixGroup.co.uk against a FTSE 100 titan. In trademarks, he’s knocked out FURNITURELAND for non-use and fended off CASINO DINO’s bad faith claim.

A former director of Nominet, the .uk registry, he shaped domain governance, and as Company Secretary at OpenUK, he keeps corporate standards razor-sharp with a sprightly edge. Beyond law, Jim’s refereed rugby (after teammates played at high levels), ran an entertainment gig as a student, and still loves intimate live band and comedy nights - proud dad to three kids to boot.

At the Domain Summit, he’ll unpack decades of domain battles, IP strategies, and internet law evolution, offering a goldmine for domain investors, registry pros, and tech founders.

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

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We’re excited to welcome Joe Alagna , Chief Strategy Officer at it.com Domains , as a standout speaker at Domain Summit Europe 2025!

Joe’s been a big name in the domain world for over 20 years, with a career packed with heavy-hitting roles - 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-wrote 60 winning new gTLD applications, including .xyz, .club, and .app, helping shape the internet’s expansion. Now, as CSO at it.com Domains, he’s aiding all kinds of organizations with their domain needs.

Joe’s journey started in 1999, sparked by his time as a National Accounts Manager at AT&T Wireless, where he first got hooked on domains and the internet. Back then, he was a “domainer,” treating domain names like online real estate - buying, selling, and cashing in via domain parking, a niche that fueled growth for Google and Yahoo (and still does!). He also served on the Executive Board of the Domain Name Association, pushing the industry forward.

Joe’s seen it all - the old days had separate “worlds”: registries and registrars focused on policy and sales, domainers chasing profits, and tech-savvy hosting crews running the servers. Today, those lines have blurred - registrars dabble in domaining, domainers run registrar gigs, and many bundle hosting too. Joe’s thrived through this evolution, from his Afilias days offering registry and DNS services (before their acquisition) to his strategic leadership now. Fun fact: his mascot is Snoopy, and he loves hunting for gems in used bookstores! At the summit, Joe will share his deep insights on domains, gTLDs, and the industry’s wild ride, perfect for ****, investors, and tech enthusiasts.

Join us in 2025 to hear his story!

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

 

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Proud to welcome back 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 supercharge their brand monitoring game. With 20 years in the field, he kicked off in 2004 at Envisional, working with brand protection pioneers when it was all new. He’s since helped brands in finance, luxury goods, retail, media, e-commerce, tech, pharma, healthcare, engineering, FMCG, gambling, and more.

He’s big on thought leadership and R&D, digging into threat levels for brand infringements, domain monitoring, and ROI calculations. David’s authored Brand Protection in the Online World (2016) and Patterns in Brand Monitoring (2025), and founded UnregisteredGems.com to spotlight untapped domains. He loves guiding clients to build smart protection plans that safeguard revenue and reputation.

Stobbs IP Limited started in 2013 with 18 folks and now has over 200 pros across Cambridge, London, Dublin, Eindhoven, and Munich. They snagged Tier 1 status from The Legal 500 in 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 mixes IP expertise with business savvy, brand passion, and practical fixes. They handle 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—aiming to be a cost-effective, virtual in-house team.

Outside work, David traces his family tree, sings in choirs, and tends a huge houseplant collection. He’s a fan of Chinese food, 60s pop, 1984 by Orwell, his iPhone, and films like Interstellar and Groundhog Day. He dreams of being an astronomer or snooker player and loves the click of snooker balls.

David’s session will unpack cutting-edge brand protection and domain strategies, blending his books, Stobbs’ know-how, and two decades of insight. Perfect for ****, IP buffs, and business leaders! Join us in 2025!

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

 

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We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome back Richard Lau , a serial entrepreneur, domain industry titan, and one of the core investors in Titan Research , to Domain Summit Europe 2025! This guy’s a living legend with a story that spans decades, millions in revenue, and a knack for turning digital dirt into gold.

Richard’s journey kicked off in the mid-’90s, when he was knee-deep in the paging business in Canada. A partner bolted to start an internet dial-up venture, sparking his curiosity. Friends snagged IceCream.com, and he jumped in, registering a slew of auto-dealer domains with a buddy in 1996. A wild Microsoft call offering $9,500 for one lit the fuse - though a trademark snag killed it, the seed was planted for a domain empire.

By the late ’90s, he’d turned that spark into a wildfire. He launched DomainsDirect.com, slashing ISP prices with a “free for friends” model - a clever landing page that crossed out $19.95 and offered zero-cost searches for buddies. It evolved into YourNameFree.com and NamesDirect, hitting the top-30 registrar list. By 2001, he’d merged with NameZero and snapped up MyDomain.com, a free DNS giant hosting 500K domains, cementing his early dominance in the registrar game.

Named “Domainer of the Year” in 2004 at TRAFFIC, Richard’s racked up millions since. He dreamt up NamesCon in fall 2012 after chats on Rick Schwartz’s forum - a virtual living room where he soaked up wisdom. Launched in 2014, it became the domain world’s must-attend event, blending back-to-back meetings, breakfast trades, and WaterSchool charity drives. Sold to WorldHostingDays in 2017, it’s now owned by Opus Origin, a major UK media and events investor, marking a new chapter for the conference he birthed. Resume.com, aiding millions of job seekers, went to Indeed, and Logo.com - his latest gem - has churned out 10M+ logos with a slick generator he built from scratch after ditching clunky third-party tools.

Then there’s Titan Research, a UK-based domain name data powerhouse led by COO Cosmin Elefterescu. Their Domain Name Intelligence API delivers businesses and organizations real-time intel on any domain name - ownership, history, risk flags, you name it. The Domain Name Management Service is a full-on solution for wrangling massive portfolios, streamlining renewals, transfers, and analytics. Titan’s poured serious cash into custom software, fine-tuned over years to manage and grow their own portfolio and clients’, marrying Richard’s domain savvy with cutting-edge tech for a seamless, scalable edge.

Richard’s domain game is next-level - he’s rescued RL.com (a legal slugfest costing more than its value), God.com, Wifi.com, and Iraq.com from hijackers, earning a rep as a forensics guru who’d chase principles to the end. His portfolio? Thousands of two-word .coms for steady cash flow, plus single-word stunners like Logo.com - his pride and joy for its category-killing fit - and Face.com, now at a $10M ask after he turned down $1M, betting on its future in facial recognition or beyond. Weed.com? Sold cheap at auction in 2008, and he’s still kicking himself alongside every domainer in that room.

In 2002, after a whirlwind of business moves and tax challenges, Richard rebooted with $5K on credit cards, flipping domains like a pro. He’d scour GoTo.com (pre-Google) for hot keywords, hunt owners with skip-tracing tricks he cribbed from a detective book - think Intelius lookups and casual “Richard from Canada!” cold calls - and land deals others couldn’t touch. He’s since advised on crypto projects, built tools like Domain Manager (still free for domainers), and shaped the industry with a tenacity that’s pure Lau.

Titan Research ties it all together - Elefterescu (ex-Deepcrawl, Palantir) brings product management chops from SaaS giants, while Richard’s vision fuels their push into digital identity solutions. They’re not just managing domains; they’re shaping how brands secure their online turf in a wild digital frontier, from APIs that sniff out threats to dashboards that tame portfolio chaos. It’s a blend of his 25+ years of hustle and a forward-looking tech ethos.

Richard’s heart matches his hustle - he’s raised over $500K for WaterSchool via WaterNight, serving as Executive Director to bring clean water to Uganda and Kenya since 2007. He’s a cheerleader for Women in Domaining, a champ for the Internet Commerce Association (ICA), and a networker who once brokered a deal over barbecue at his house. Picture this: he loves Chinese food, 60s pop, Orwell’s 1984, and the gentle click of snooker balls - a man of eclectic tastes who dreams of being an astronomer or concert pianist if domains ever fade.

Expect a session that’s pure dynamite - Richard will dive into 25+ years of domain evolution (from $75 flips to $10M asks), branding secrets (Logo.com’s 10-minute magic), and digital identity’s future with Titan Research. He’ll spill on RL.com’s courtroom drama, NamesCon’s breakfast-deal heyday under his watch and its new life with Opus Origin, and why he’d fight for principles over profit any day. It’s a masterclass for investors, brand pros, and tech junkies - a front-row seat to a pioneer’s mind!

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