TORONTO – The North American Broadcasters Association (NABA) has named Vassilios Mimis, the association’s director of technology, to lead its international activities at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Geneva, Switzerland.
The ITU is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). Its responsibilities include global radio spectrum and satellite orbit allocation, the development of technical standards that ensure networks and technologies interconnect seamlessly, and improving access to ICTs by underserved communities worldwide.
Mimis joined NABA in June of 2010 after serving as director of broadcast technical policy and planning with the Canadian Department of Industry. During his 30 year career, he has acquired in-depth experience in broadcasting and satellite technology and international regulatory and spectrum issues.
“Mr. Mimis’ depth of ITU experience and technology knowledge will serve the association well at this time of great international industry change”, reads Tuesday’s announcement.
NABA is a non-profit association of broadcasting organizations throughout North America committed to advancing the interests of broadcasters at home and internationally. It is also a member of ITU’s Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R).
