Philip Sheppard Statement of Interest 2007

I am Public Affairs Manager for AIM - European Brands Association, a Brussels-based trade association involved in public affairs activities. AIM represents the branded goods industries in Europe on key issues which affect the ability of brand manufacturers to design, distribute and market their brands. AIM's membership groups 1800 companies of all sizes through corporate members and national associations in 21 countries. These companies are mostly active in every day consumer goods. AIM's mission is to create for brands an environment of fair and vigorous competition, fostering innovation and guaranteeing maximum value to consumers.

I hold various non-remunerated directorships unrelated to ICANN. I am a contact point for several domain names.

Honorary positions:

• President 2007 International Public Relations Association (IPRA), the global professional association for the PR profession.
• I am a Freeman of the City of London.