Ubuntu Membership Board nomination

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Reposted - from the mailing list.

I nominate myself.
Name: Billy D. Quinn
Launchpad ID: https://launchpad.net/~bashing-om
WIKI Brag Page: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Bashing-om
Employer: Retired; Telcom Tech
Present Employment:
* Ubuntu Support
* Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter publishment
* Ubuntu Forums subsection Moderator
* Ubuntu Discourse Moderator
About Me:
I have served faithfully on the Membership Board for the past two terms. I am willing to serve our community for another term. I’ll not blow my own horn, as the saying goes; rather testimonials and my record of activity speak well for me.

As always, I will do my best and perform to the utmost of my abilities.

With my regards;
Bashing-om

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Hello everyone, I would like to nominate myself for another term on the Ubuntu Membership Board.

Name: Larry Tarvin

Launchpad ID: wildmanne39

Employer: Own a small business

Ubuntu wiki page: wildmanne39 - Ubuntu Wiki

I can attend the 20:00 and 22:00 UTC time slots for sure and if absolutely needed occasionally the 12:00 UTC time slot.

Thank you everyone for your consideration. It is very much appreciated.

Wild_Man/wildmanne39

Larry Tarvin

PS If anyone would like to leave to a testimony for me you can do it on my wiki page on launchpad at the above link.

Thanks to everyone in advance, it is very much appreciated either way.

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Soumyadeep Ghosh | Nomination for Ubuntu Membership Board

Who Am I?

I am Soumyadeep Ghosh, a student, an Ubuntu Member, one of the key members of Snapcrafters, a part of Ubuntu Flutter Community and a Starred Devloper in the snap store. My contributions to the Ubuntu and the ecosystem:

  • Maintaining 40+ snaps in the snap store and contributing to other big snaps
  • Contributed to snapd, Snapcraft, GNOME SDK, KDE Runtime and many other parts of the ecosystem
  • Creator of the Snap Permission Manager in KDE
  • Conducted workshop on building snaps in both Ubuntu Summit 2024 and UbuCon Asia 2024
  • Improved documentations around snaps, lxd etc

Why do I want to be in the membership board

In a relatively short period of time, I have seen various ways of contributing to Ubuntu. That’s why I believe I can

  • Properly assess the membership applications
  • Understand the impact of contributions done by the contributors
  • Thoroughly review the application for an unbiased assessment

I will also try to improve the process of the membership application by giving my inputs that I have gathered through experiences from different FOSS communities.

I will also be able to guide new contributors to be more productive and becoming an active part of the community.

Thanks for your consideration. Namaskar :pray:

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Nomination for Ubuntu Membership Board - Khairul Aizat Kamarudzzaman (fenris)

I, Khairul Aizat Kamarudzzaman, also known as fenris @ ejat, am honored to nominate myself for a position on the Ubuntu Membership Board for another term. I’ve served the board for more than a decade actively representing the interests of our region within the Ubuntu Community.

Launchpad Profile : Khairul Aizat Kamarudzzaman in Launchpad

Wiki Profile: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/fenris

My Contributions
Throughout the years, I have remained deeply committed to the Ubuntu project. I am actively involved in organizing and participating in various Ubuntu-related events, including conferences, awareness campaigns, training sessions, and workshops. Since 2021, I have proudly served as the Global Team Organizer for UbuCon Asia, a responsibility I continue to fulfill.

In addition to my local efforts, I am well-acquainted with the culture and community in several Asia-Pacific countries, including Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, and India. My involvement across these diverse communities has strengthened my ability to listen, adapt, and build meaningful collaborations. I believe this exposure uniquely positions me to represent our region effectively on the council.

I also hold leadership positions in other open-source projects, such as organizing the GNOME Asia Summit since 2020 and being part of the Kubuntu Developer team, where I help test and review new packages before their release to the main repository. Additionally, I am a member of The Document Foundation (TDF), contributing to the LibreOffice project.

Why I am Running for Ubuntu Membership Board
I am driven by a desire to amplify the voices from the APAC region within the global Ubuntu community. I hope to be a bridge between APAC Ubuntu members and the broader Ubuntu ecosystem, ensuring that our Ubuntu community’s perspectives, concerns, and ideas are heard and addressed.

Having participated in multiple Ubuntu Developer Summits and Ubuntu Summits, I have seen firsthand the value of strong communication between the community and Canonical. If elected, I will work to strengthen these connections, helping to solve challenges and foster a more vibrant and inclusive community and will work with the board member to strengthen the membership processes and plan a program on boarding more Ubuntu member in the futures.

I pride myself on being open to feedback, committed to continuous improvement, and always willing to listen. I separate personal emotions from professional responsibilities, and I believe these qualities are crucial for anyone seeking to serve in a leadership role.

With my experience, dedication, and passion for Ubuntu, I am confident that I can contribute significantly to the work of the Ubuntu Membership Board and would be honored to collaborate with fellow Ubuntu Membership Board members to further Ubuntu’s mission.

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reposted from the cc mailing list:

Hello,

I would like to nominate myself for the Ubuntu Membership Board.

Name: Marius Quabeck

Launchpad ID: marius.quabeck

Employer: self-employed

A list of my contributions and activities can be found on my wiki page:
Marius Quabeck - Ubuntu Wiki

I can attend the 20:00 and 22:00 UTC time slots and I should be able to make it for the 12:00 UTC slot sometimes.

Thank you for your consideration.

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As someone who attended every UDS since 2007 without afaik meeting you, and knowing that the Ubuntu Summit is now only once a year, I wonder if you have any suggestions on how to make communication better outside of the summits?

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Thank you, @vorlon, for taking the time to provide feedback on my nomination. Your input is invaluable, and I truly appreciate your continued commitment to the Ubuntu community.

It’s unfortunate that I missed this year’s Summit in The Hague. Reflecting on the UDS and Summits I’ve attended in the past, I recall bumping into you a few times, including sitting at the same table during Prague’s event (if I remembered correctly and not mixed you with other people :face_in_clouds:). I regret not taking the opportunity to formally introduce myself back then—perhaps I wasn’t tech-savvy or confident enough at the time to approach you officially. For that, I apologize. Rest assured, the next time our paths cross, I’ll make it a priority to introduce myself properly. :crossed_fingers:

To address your question, here’s my personal take: we could have as below on tops of what the Ubuntu Community currently have which is the Discourse and Matrix platform

1. Regular Virtual Meetups

  • Monthly or quarterly Ubuntu Community Calls or webinars could be organized to share updates, gather feedback, and discuss plans.
  • These calls can be themed around a specific focus area, such as development updates, LoCo activities, or collaboration with upstream projects.

2. Leverage Social Media & Asynchronous Channels

  • Use Ubuntu’s official social media handles for regular updates, polls, or highlights of ongoing work.
  • Periodic newsletters or blogs (e.g., Ubuntu Fridge) can summarize key discussions and decisions.

3. Strengthening LoCo Networks

  • Enhance collaboration between LoCo teams via shared projects or regional meetups (both physical and virtual).
  • A semi-annual APAC-focused event (or other regional equivalents) could strengthen ties between geographically closer contributors.

4. Cross-Team Collaboration

  • Form inter-team working groups (e.g., between Kubuntu, Ubuntu-my, or upstream projects like GNOME or LibreOffice) with regular check-ins.
  • Set up “Open Hours” where community leaders or Canonical staff can answer questions or brainstorm ideas with contributors.

5. Expand Ubuntu Summit’s Scope Virtually

  • Consider a mid-year Ubuntu Virtual Mini-Summit, with a lighter format to focus on specific issues or onboarding.

6. Encourage Mentorship and Documentation

  • Pair up newer contributors with seasoned ones in mentorship programs.
  • Develop living documentation repositories for contributors to self-learn.
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