Margaret Wasserman wrote: > What is "reasonable turnover" for the IESG? > > ... successful ADs who are willing to > continue serving will probably be in-office for an average of 8-10 > years (4-5 terms). This seems to match existing practice. I personally find that this is too long. > What level of turnover do you think would be healthy? And what would > be the impacts of having more new ADs each year? My personal preference would be an average of 4 to 6 years. You have to ensure turnover for multiple reasons: even if you have the best intentions, power does corrupt, attention fades, you get disconnected from your peers, you develop an us versus them attitude, etc. I don't necessarily believe in term limits, but remaining in an AD position for more than 8 years feels very unhealthy. This is a volunteer organization. When you get a management position, your attitude should to make the best possible job for the duration of your mandate, then voluntarily withdraw and let someone take the next watch. -- Christian Huitema _______________________________________________ Ietf@xxxxxxxx https://www1.ietf.org/mailman/listinfo/ietf