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Discussion in 'Announcements' started by Simon Hampel, 12 Jul 2011.

  1. Simon Hampel

    Simon Hampel Administrator Staff Member 20+ year member

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    I have appointed two new moderators - mstickmanp and jbnbsn99, who have graciously accepted my request to help out with running the forums. They will primarily be looking after the USA/Canada sections of the site, but will help out elsewhere where they can.

    Moderators are a volunteer position, they commit their time for the benefit of the community and in return, I think they should deserve our gratitude and respect (I am certainly grateful for the help they give me!).

    Please make them welcome in their new roles and be a bit forgiving as they find their feet! I'm sure they will do a great job.
     
  2. Arizona Docent

    Arizona Docent Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    When I go back to Dallas in two months, I guess I better pay for jbnbsn99's dinner to gain favor ;)

    Seriously, though, congrats to both. I have met each of them at their respective zoos and its a great choice.
     
  3. snowleopard

    snowleopard Well-Known Member 15+ year member Premium Member

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    Congrats guys! I've also met both in person and spent a day with each at the Los Angeles and Dallas zoos. Great choices!
     
  4. Steve Robinson

    Steve Robinson Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Congratulations guys.

    I enjoy your contributions as posters and I don't doubt that you will be effective moderators.
     
  5. zooman

    zooman Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Hey well done guys,

    Sim talked about his intention to appoint additional moderators at the inaugural Zoochat get together.

    I was wondering who he would select, congratulations. Your commitment to community service is testimony to your character all the best to bith of you.
     
  6. jbnbsn99

    jbnbsn99 Well-Known Member

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    @AD dinner is always appreciated, but I think I may pick your brain more on camera stuff.
     
  7. jbnbsn99

    jbnbsn99 Well-Known Member

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    Oooh, I get a blue name tag now!
     
  8. Arizona Docent

    Arizona Docent Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Fair enough.
     
  9. Ituri

    Ituri Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Congrats to the both of you, I commend Sim in his appointments.
     
  10. Chlidonias

    Chlidonias Moderator Staff Member 15+ year member

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    excellent choices, two of the best from the US forum :)
     
  11. carlos77

    carlos77 Well-Known Member

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    Congratulations, I was very happy to see the important reorganization of mexico and south america. This was very very good news.
     
  12. siamang27

    siamang27 Well-Known Member

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    Congratulations! :)
     
  13. DavidBrown

    DavidBrown Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Great choices. Congratulations.
     
  14. KEEPER

    KEEPER Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Congratulations to both guys!
     
  15. KCZooFan

    KCZooFan Well-Known Member

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    Congrats to you both! A fine choice as they are both great contributors on this site already :)
     
  16. Cat-Man

    Cat-Man Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    well done guys:)
     
  17. AnaheimZoo

    AnaheimZoo Well-Known Member

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    Congratulations! Two very likable ZooChatters who are perfect for the role; knowledgeable, helpful, and fun to talk with. :)