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Jim Millard commented on John Kranz's blog post change in site name

"John, Not sure why you want to change; but if you MUST I'd recommend 'community'. Far too many sites feel the need to change just for the sake of change, which generally does far more harm than good. 2 cents deposited. ;^)"

Jul 29

Dave Smith commented on John Kranz's blog post change in site name

"I’d prefer community, but whatever works for you is fine. "

Jul 27

Joseph replied to John Kranz's discussion What are you playing?

"Played: w@w 17, "Leningrad '41" Germans won on last turn. Not bad."

Jul 27

Aaron Danis commented on John Kranz's blog post change in site name

"John, I actually have a few name suggestions for it. Try these: "ConsimWorld Switchboard" "ConsimWorld Command Net" or alternatively, "ConsimWorld LogNet" "ConsimWorld Push-to-Talk" "ConsimWorld Assembly…"

Jul 25

Jim Werbaneth commented on John Kranz's blog post change in site name

"Regardless of the name, I highly prefer keeping the URL, as I've shared it all over the place, use my own blog posts here in my classes. Just keeping the URL as-is would make life a lot simpler, regardless of the name."

Jul 23

Steve replied to John Kranz's discussion What are you playing?

"I have the original Proud Monster on my table. Now I need to read the rules."

Jul 20

Eric Walters commented on John Kranz's blog post change in site name

"I think CSW Community works, but CSW Connect would be fine for me as well. Given the nature of the group subjects we see on the site, we seem to congregate around games, companies, related subjects, and geographical regions!"

Jul 20

John Kranz posted a blog post

change in site name

I'm looking to migrate our social platform and was wondering what name would you all prefer. I will most likely still using "social.consimworld.com" as one of the sub-domains but I'm considering changing the name to one of the following. Do you have a preference?CSW Connect (connect.consimworld.com)CSW Community (community.consimworld.com)CSW Social (thinking I'd like to drop this name but the URL will still work)My preference is community or connect right now. I know there are other fancy…See More

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Your introduction to consim gaming:: I was introduced to wargaming by my older brother, when I was in junior high school. While we didn't play many games with each other at the time, I was able to build a small network of gaming buddies during high school. I got "re-introduced" to the hobby after a college hiatus when visiting a hobby store during a business trip in the '90s.

Your favorite game(s):: I'm a traditional hex-based type of gamer; Grognard is what you would refer to me as. My favorite wargame is SPI's Operation Typhoon. The reason this is my favorite game is because it is a "friendly" monster game, large and sexy, in being easy to play over a long weekend.

What game(s) are you currently playing (solitaire, FTF, PBEM, etc.) or wish to play next?: I'm currently involved in several Consim Press products. Main focus is on SILENT VICTORY, HELLFIRE PASS, and FLEET ADMIRAL, 2nd Edition.

What game(s) have you played recently?: Nothing in particular to note. I will most likely break out some SPI games on the table top soon, however.

In general, how much time do you spend gaming?: Few hours a month only

How big is your game collection?: 1,000+ games but half still remain in storage out of state.

Your local game club(s) and/or where you reside (let's network!): Hope to join a club soon...I reside in Plano, TX which is a suburb of Dallas

About Me: I was born and raised in Ventura, CA. I have two daughters from a previous marriage and now reside in Plano, TX with my wife and 3 yr. old son (and heir to my game collection), Cooper. Attended college at University of Redlands, CA and graduate school at Thunderbird, American Graduate School of Int'l Management, Glendale, AZ. My professional background is largely software product management. My current gig (which I really enjoy) is with Aquire. If you are involved with a company in possible need of enterprise org charting/reporting and related solutions, please let me know!

Personal Interests (favorite activities, movies, shows, books, music, etc.): Favorite Activiites: tennis, military history, wargames, ice hockey, football, eating sushi.
Favorite Movies: Gettysburg, Pride and Prejudice, Notting Hill, Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation, Rear Window, The Man Who Knew Too Much, Vertigo, North by Northwest, It's a Wonderful Life
Favorite books: The Shadow of the Wind

Website:: http://www.consimworld.com

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At 6:18am on November 29, 2017, Daniel M. Pezan said…: Hi, I have not been on this site for a long time. I'm not sure how I know you?

At 9:45pm on June 21, 2014, Wayne Rotella said…: Hey John, sorry this has been such a hassle lately. There are many of us who appreciate all you are doing for this site. Thank you for providing a community where others can share in a hobby we enjoy. There are many positives about this endeavor you are shepherding. Thank you!

At 12:45am on February 20, 2014, Henry Bradley said…: Thanks for the welcome John. Bern is a little less cosmopolitan than Zurich but great fun for an old campaigner like me.

Und Herzlichen Glückwünsch zum Geburtstag,

At 6:17pm on February 28, 2013, Thomas G. Chapman said…: A very Happy Birthday, John! I sincerely hope they gave you the day off. Thanks again for all your hard work and for providing such a great site!

At 11:14am on February 28, 2013, Kim Kanger said…: Happy birthday John!

At 6:25am on October 23, 2012, Christian Diedler said…: Hi John,

thanks for your warm welcome. One question, may I also write comments on the Consimworld Forum?

Sincerely

Christian

At 1:51pm on August 19, 2012, Kim Kanger said…: Hi John,

I submitted on Consimworld some material regarding Dien Bien Phu (Legion Wargames) a few weeks ago. Is it still in queue or should I submit it again?

At 12:28am on June 15, 2012, Tom Pezzuti said…: John, thank you very much for your kind words, my approval as a member, and my first tip about my soon-to-be-gone collection. I'll immediately review the CSW marketplace and do appreciate your open invitation to follow up with any pertinent QA's.

Tom Pezzuti