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Venkatesh Venkatasubramanian
Senior Consultant - NewgTLDProgram.com
Venkatesh Venkatasubramanian — often known simply as Venky — is an internationally recognized consultant specializing in ICANN New gTLD consulting and ICANN accreditation advisory. Through his firms Dotup ICANN Accreditation Consultancy and NewgTLDProgram.com, Venky has helped domain registries, registrars, and global brands navigate the complexities of ICANN’s regulatory and technical framework for more than a decade.
With over 12 years of experience in the domain name and cloud industry, Venky combines deep technical understanding with strategic insight to help clients apply for new gTLDs online, prepare complete ICANN TLD applications, and launch their own custom top-level domain names. He has advised clients in 30+ countries, including startups, government bodies offering end-to-end support from risk assessment, policy design, and financial modelling to ICANN RSP selection and pre-delegation readiness.
As a consultant, Venky is known for simplifying ICANN’s complex processes — guiding applicants through the ICANN Applicant Guidebook, ensuring compliance with evolving rules, and helping organizations achieve successful outcomes in the upcoming ICANN Next Round (New TLDs 2025). His team assists clients in tracking their new gTLD application status, coordinating with backend providers, and preparing robust business and operational plans aligned with ICANN standards.
Beyond technical execution, Venky focuses on strategy — enabling clients to understand who owns top-level domains, how to monetize them, and how to position their registry for long-term success. Whether it’s a .brand TLD, a generic gTLD, or a community initiative, he ensures every application is not just compliant, but commercially and operationally strong.
If you’re preparing to participate in the ICANN Next Round or looking to future-proof your organization’s digital presence, Venkatesh Venkatasubramanian and his team at NewgTLDProgram.com offer the expertise, strategy, and industry insight to help you succeed from day one.
Our New gTLD Services
We offer specialized consulting services for DotBrand TLD applications in ICANN’s Next Round, guiding brands through the process to secure and operate their unique online identities. With a focus on strategic planning and compliance, we ensure a seamless application experience for businesses aiming to strengthen their digital presence.
newgtldprogram.com provides expert consulting services for new gTLD applications in ICANN's Next Round, offering guidance through every stage of the process—from application to launch. With proven success in previous rounds, we help businesses secure and operate their new gTLDs with ease.
New gTLD Application Preparation
We offer comprehensive application preparation services for ICANN's Next Round of new gTLDs. Our expertise ensures that applicants meet all requirements, submit competitive applications, and navigate the process with confidence, maximizing their chances of approval.
Strategy Planning for New gTLD
At newgtldprogram.com, we provide strategic planning services for the ICANN new gTLD application process, helping clients refine their goals, identify market opportunities, and develop a tailored approach for successful submissions. Our expertise ensures a well-structured strategy that aligns with ICANN requirements and maximizes the potential for a winning application.
Applications are set
to open on
April 2026
The next round of ICANN's new gTLD program is on the horizon, with applications expected to open by April 2026. In line with ICANN’s timeline, the Application Guidebook, which outlines all the requirements and procedures, will be available approximately one year before the application window opens. This means prospective applicants should prepare to access the guidebook and start their strategic planning in early 2025. Now is the ideal time to begin laying the groundwork for a successful application, ensuring you are ready when the guidebook is released.
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