> But we're obviously not trusted to do so
when working for a large employer.
I don't believe this is correct. The individuals are trusted, but the risk is that the large employer will "flood the field."
> Why are big vendors the only aspect we try to protect NOMCOM
against ?
Because those are the main potential adversary of trying to tip the playing field to get their staff into leadership.
> "we don't know how to do better, but if you have an
idea, please bring it forward".
Isn't that implicit in everything the IETF does?
