Silent Hunter, RTE Administrator, RPG Development Director, CO Argos and SL Covert-81 today left AJJE Games over issues with the leadership.
This is the ninth resignation since the beginning of July.
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Showing posts with label Resignations. Show all posts
Sunday, 11 July 2010
Saturday, 10 July 2010
Chris Wilkinson and Daniel Taylor leave AJJE Games
Two more players have left AJJE Games; making the total eight since the start of the month and seven since 8 July.
Two senior members of SGU have left. Chris Wilkinson was a Military Command member and former Vice-President Support; Taylor had formerly run SGU-3, as well as USS Resolution and the Klingon vessel IKV Vindicator over at SFHQ.
Chris cited dissatisfaction over the leadership as the reason for his departure; Daniel refused to give a reason.
The resignation of Chris Wilkinson leaves SGU without an Election Coordinator in the midst of elections.
Two senior members of SGU have left. Chris Wilkinson was a Military Command member and former Vice-President Support; Taylor had formerly run SGU-3, as well as USS Resolution and the Klingon vessel IKV Vindicator over at SFHQ.
Chris cited dissatisfaction over the leadership as the reason for his departure; Daniel refused to give a reason.
The resignation of Chris Wilkinson leaves SGU without an Election Coordinator in the midst of elections.
Thursday, 8 July 2010
Mike Palmer resigns from LOTW after furore breaks out over President's posting
LOTW Operations Leader Mike Palmer, a long standing veteran of the site and CO of Prinz Eugen (a multiple Sim of the Year winner), yesterday resigned from AJJE Games in protest over the reversal of Resolution #37 and the leadership in general.
The final straw was a widely-criticised decision by President Jeannette Giesbrecht to post a link to her decision reversing Jamie Chamberlain's ban on the sims of LOTW without asking the COs of the sim, some of whom were not on strike, including Mike himself, recovering from an eye operation. This also included the email to order Ash and Mike to reverse the ban.
Mike posted a thundering resignation in LOTW's parliament, accusing the President of tyranny and stating that the top-level leadership would be glad to see him go. He was followed by relative new player Benjamin Sedlak, his XO Mike Kennedy and Damian Lamothe.
Mike's fear that Jamie Chamberlain would be appointed as his successor proved unfounded- Deborah Leighton Plom was appointed instead. Wife of Parliament Leader Ashley, she is a popular player and seen very much as in the same camp as her husband, who she met via AJJE.
In response, Eddie Cramer said he did not harbour any ill-feelings towards Jamie. Jeannette said that she was sorry to see him go.
We will keep you updated with developments. This may not be the last resignation.
The final straw was a widely-criticised decision by President Jeannette Giesbrecht to post a link to her decision reversing Jamie Chamberlain's ban on the sims of LOTW without asking the COs of the sim, some of whom were not on strike, including Mike himself, recovering from an eye operation. This also included the email to order Ash and Mike to reverse the ban.
Mike posted a thundering resignation in LOTW's parliament, accusing the President of tyranny and stating that the top-level leadership would be glad to see him go. He was followed by relative new player Benjamin Sedlak, his XO Mike Kennedy and Damian Lamothe.
Mike's fear that Jamie Chamberlain would be appointed as his successor proved unfounded- Deborah Leighton Plom was appointed instead. Wife of Parliament Leader Ashley, she is a popular player and seen very much as in the same camp as her husband, who she met via AJJE.
In response, Eddie Cramer said he did not harbour any ill-feelings towards Jamie. Jeannette said that she was sorry to see him go.
We will keep you updated with developments. This may not be the last resignation.
Thursday, 24 June 2010
Vacancy for CO of USS Thunderhawk
I've recently received the resignation of Richard Thompson, CO of the USS Thunderhawk.
In the interests of avoiding another closure I am opening this position up to public applications or recommendations.
If you are interested in a command send me an e-mail(kdedul@gmail.com) or if you happen to know of someone who would be fantastic in the role, you may also e-mail me their names.
I'm giving everyone until the 4th of July to respond, that's two weeks, I think that's quite appropriate.
Kat
C in C
****
Please put your name forward if you're interested.
In the interests of avoiding another closure I am opening this position up to public applications or recommendations.
If you are interested in a command send me an e-mail(kdedul@gmail.com) or if you happen to know of someone who would be fantastic in the role, you may also e-mail me their names.
I'm giving everyone until the 4th of July to respond, that's two weeks, I think that's quite appropriate.
Kat
C in C
****
Please put your name forward if you're interested.
Friday, 11 June 2010
Amanda Bond replaces Edgar Cramer as SL of Diagon Alley
Appointment #59
Due to Real Life constraints Edgar Cramer has decided to step down as SL of Diagon Alley.
After a week long discussion the Council of Elders had two candidates that they felt were worthy of taking on the position of SL in Edgar's absence.
So without further delay it is our pleasure to introduce the newest SL of RTE Amanda Bond.
Along with this promotion to SL Amanda is also hereby promoted to the rank of Apprentice.
Congratulations Amanda, make us proud!
Eddie
Due to Real Life constraints Edgar Cramer has decided to step down as SL of Diagon Alley.
After a week long discussion the Council of Elders had two candidates that they felt were worthy of taking on the position of SL in Edgar's absence.
So without further delay it is our pleasure to introduce the newest SL of RTE Amanda Bond.
Along with this promotion to SL Amanda is also hereby promoted to the rank of Apprentice.
Congratulations Amanda, make us proud!
Eddie
Wednesday, 9 June 2010
The end of Mirror Universe
Appointment 91:
Haru Haseo is relieved of command of the Mirror Universe, as previously announced.
The Mirror Universe is hereby regrettably closed as well.
Kat
C in C
****
This is the second sim to close in SFHQ this year.
Haru Haseo is relieved of command of the Mirror Universe, as previously announced.
The Mirror Universe is hereby regrettably closed as well.
Kat
C in C
****
This is the second sim to close in SFHQ this year.
Saturday, 22 May 2010
Power Vacuum in SFHQ as CCP Granger resigns
SFHQ is in the midst of a power vacuum.
Following William Smith's discover that the Council Chairperson, Peter Granger, had gone AWOL, Silent Hunter proposed a motion to impeach him.
In the end, it proved unneeded, as Mr. Granger submitted his resignation via email to President Giesbrecht.
Peter never appointed a Vice Council Chairperson. Ty Shanahan, the previous vCCP, has offered to step in, but he was never appointed by this administration- and does not have a character in the club.
Legal clarification is awaited, but it's not good news for the troubled club.
Following William Smith's discover that the Council Chairperson, Peter Granger, had gone AWOL, Silent Hunter proposed a motion to impeach him.
In the end, it proved unneeded, as Mr. Granger submitted his resignation via email to President Giesbrecht.
Peter never appointed a Vice Council Chairperson. Ty Shanahan, the previous vCCP, has offered to step in, but he was never appointed by this administration- and does not have a character in the club.
Legal clarification is awaited, but it's not good news for the troubled club.
Monday, 3 May 2010
IKV Vindicator Closes after CO resigns
Appointment #90
Silent Hunter is relieved of command of the IKV Vindicator, as previously announced.
The IKV Vindicator is hereby regrettably closed as well.
Kat
C in C
****
The sim had been in serious trouble for a while, with the CO having a GM vanish and having to dual-hat as GM. Activity was too low and he finally resigned on 30 April.
Silent Hunter is relieved of command of the IKV Vindicator, as previously announced.
The IKV Vindicator is hereby regrettably closed as well.
Kat
C in C
****
The sim had been in serious trouble for a while, with the CO having a GM vanish and having to dual-hat as GM. Activity was too low and he finally resigned on 30 April.
Wednesday, 9 September 2009
Louis Justman resigns as Area Leader of the Core Worlds and CO of Whisper
I regret to announce that Louis Justman has resigned from his positions as Area Leader for the Core Worlds and as CO of the Whisper. He has been a loyal LOTW player and a great asset as Area Leader. He will be missed, and we wish him both God's blessings and good fortune.
Bon Voyage Louis!
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
Additional: Louis has also stepped down as LOTW Election Coordinator
Bon Voyage Louis!
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
Additional: Louis has also stepped down as LOTW Election Coordinator
Friday, 28 August 2009
Lyndsay Jarvis steps down as Border Planets Area Leader
It is with great regret that I announce that Lyndsay Jarvis has resigned as Area Leader of the Border Planets and as Governor/CO of St. Michael due to RL issues, effective immediately. She has been a creative GM, a solid administrator and a good friend. She will be missed.
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
Monday, 24 August 2009
Lex Pendragon steps down as Harry Potter Sim Leader
Appointment #30
We the Council of Elders have recieved word from Alexius ('Lex) Pendragon that he has to step down from his duties in AJJE Games. This means he is officially removed as the SL of our Harry Potter sim.
Eddie
We the Council of Elders have recieved word from Alexius ('Lex) Pendragon that he has to step down from his duties in AJJE Games. This means he is officially removed as the SL of our Harry Potter sim.
Eddie
Sunday, 2 August 2009
Rob Schubert removed as Alliance Camp XO
From the Leaders of the Wave:
On August 1, 2009, the Leaders of the Wave voted to remove Rob Schubert as CO of the Alliance Camp in OTOP. His XO, Kevin Diamond, will be in charge of the sim until the Leaders vote to appoint Rob's successor. The appointment will occur sometime in about a week, as Lyndsay Jarvis is on LOA until then.
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
On August 1, 2009, the Leaders of the Wave voted to remove Rob Schubert as CO of the Alliance Camp in OTOP. His XO, Kevin Diamond, will be in charge of the sim until the Leaders vote to appoint Rob's successor. The appointment will occur sometime in about a week, as Lyndsay Jarvis is on LOA until then.
Mike Palmer
Chief Area Leader
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
All Good Things Must Come To End... Alex Verdusco to step down as AJJE President
Hello Everyone,
On October 1st 2005 I became the first president of AJJE Games... and since then it has been a wild ride.
For almost four years I have watched as AJJE grew from one roleplaying club to four. I have watched as our player count increased from thirty players to well over two hundred. And I have watched as people all over the globe came together to form a community around this thing we call AJJE Games. There were good times, and challenging times, but overall, we came out okay in the end. I also firmly believe that AJJE Games has a long and fruitful journey ahead of it, and I would love to be at the helm of it for many years to come. However... I also believe its my most important role as the first president of AJJE Games is to establish precedents. A blue print if you will for the future.
And that is why, I will set the precedent that an AJJE Games President shall only serve a single four year term.
Therefore, effective October 1st 2009, I will be stepping down as the President of AJJE Games. In order to establish a smooth transition, I will also establish the precedent that the President Elect shall transition into the Presidency over the final three months of the current Presidential term. The President Elect will begin to take over management of the day to day operations during this time period, as well as install her team of Vice Presidents.
With that said, it is with great pleasure that I announce Jeannette Geisbrecht will be taking on the role as President Elect. Jeannette has been with AJJE Games since late 2006. Jeannette has served as a previous Vice President of Operations, and more recently as Vice President of Development. During her tenure as VP of Development she personally drove the transition of RTE from Martial Law to a full fledged club.
It was a challenging task, but I think everyone will say she came out of it with high marks. I believe under Jeannette's leadership, we will see a different style and approach then my own, and I am looking forward to the outcome.
As my last act as President, I will be creating a set of Guiding Principles for AJJE Games as a whole. These principles will set in stone some of the basic framework and policies that are currently in use by the AJJE Games government today. It will have a large section focused on the operations of the AJJE Games Senior Leadership, a section mandating the continuance of core AJJE programs, particulars of a license agreement between myself and AJJE Games for the use of PARS, and the establishment of a Board of Founders that will be the equivalent to a Board of Directors for a corporation. I believe a solid framework will not only smooth the operations of future presidential terms, but also set the bar for them as well.
In conclusion, even though some parts of my four year term were unbearingly challenging, I have no regrets, and would do it all over again. I still remember late night chats with Jessica McClary and Edgar Cramer about SFHQ, as we dared to dream it up. I still remember the awe as the clubs grew into an entity all their own. We have come a long way since then, but I believe the core principles are still strong and true.
So I hope to have everyone's support during the transition and you will hear from me again!
Alex Verdusco
President, AJJE Games
On October 1st 2005 I became the first president of AJJE Games... and since then it has been a wild ride.
For almost four years I have watched as AJJE grew from one roleplaying club to four. I have watched as our player count increased from thirty players to well over two hundred. And I have watched as people all over the globe came together to form a community around this thing we call AJJE Games. There were good times, and challenging times, but overall, we came out okay in the end. I also firmly believe that AJJE Games has a long and fruitful journey ahead of it, and I would love to be at the helm of it for many years to come. However... I also believe its my most important role as the first president of AJJE Games is to establish precedents. A blue print if you will for the future.
And that is why, I will set the precedent that an AJJE Games President shall only serve a single four year term.
Therefore, effective October 1st 2009, I will be stepping down as the President of AJJE Games. In order to establish a smooth transition, I will also establish the precedent that the President Elect shall transition into the Presidency over the final three months of the current Presidential term. The President Elect will begin to take over management of the day to day operations during this time period, as well as install her team of Vice Presidents.
With that said, it is with great pleasure that I announce Jeannette Geisbrecht will be taking on the role as President Elect. Jeannette has been with AJJE Games since late 2006. Jeannette has served as a previous Vice President of Operations, and more recently as Vice President of Development. During her tenure as VP of Development she personally drove the transition of RTE from Martial Law to a full fledged club.
It was a challenging task, but I think everyone will say she came out of it with high marks. I believe under Jeannette's leadership, we will see a different style and approach then my own, and I am looking forward to the outcome.
As my last act as President, I will be creating a set of Guiding Principles for AJJE Games as a whole. These principles will set in stone some of the basic framework and policies that are currently in use by the AJJE Games government today. It will have a large section focused on the operations of the AJJE Games Senior Leadership, a section mandating the continuance of core AJJE programs, particulars of a license agreement between myself and AJJE Games for the use of PARS, and the establishment of a Board of Founders that will be the equivalent to a Board of Directors for a corporation. I believe a solid framework will not only smooth the operations of future presidential terms, but also set the bar for them as well.
In conclusion, even though some parts of my four year term were unbearingly challenging, I have no regrets, and would do it all over again. I still remember late night chats with Jessica McClary and Edgar Cramer about SFHQ, as we dared to dream it up. I still remember the awe as the clubs grew into an entity all their own. We have come a long way since then, but I believe the core principles are still strong and true.
So I hope to have everyone's support during the transition and you will hear from me again!
Alex Verdusco
President, AJJE Games
Saturday, 13 June 2009
Anna-Lyn Signey becomes USS Atlantis CO
Appointment 81: - 2009-05-30 15:08:52
Due to the resignation of Chris Wilkinson, the Atlantis in Fleet Four is in need of a new CO.
On the recommendation of the fleet four flag officer and vote of the council, Anna-Lyn Signey is hereby awarded command of the USS Atlantis, as she has previously served as a CO, she does not require a promotion.
~Kat Dedul
Commander in Chief
Due to the resignation of Chris Wilkinson, the Atlantis in Fleet Four is in need of a new CO.
On the recommendation of the fleet four flag officer and vote of the council, Anna-Lyn Signey is hereby awarded command of the USS Atlantis, as she has previously served as a CO, she does not require a promotion.
~Kat Dedul
Commander in Chief
Friday, 5 June 2009
Changes In Support Services
Support Services are pleased to announce a number of changes.
Jessica McClary has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Know the Edge newsletter, replacing Alia Gorden. Alia's work on the newsletter was instrumental in getting the concept off the ground, but real life obligations have obliged her to step aside. Our thanks to Alia for her time and effort. Jess appoints Jeannette Giesbrecht as co-editor, replacing Samantha Nelson. Their plans for the newsletter are exciting, and it looks set to really become an integral part of the wider AJJE community!
Euan Reid replaces Chris Wilkinson as Bebo group moderator. Chris' initiatives building the Bebo group were truly inspired, and Euan is the man to take the group to yet greater heights. We are waiting on Bebo for Euan to gain administrative access.
Additionally, MySpace moderator Mischa Brendell and Facebook moderator Nicholas Palmer will be pioneering some new approaches to administrating their social networking groups, so users with Facebook and MySpace accounts should look out for developments there. For instance, there will soon be a MySpace group for each AJJE club, which new club-specific moderators will invite members to join. Similarly, there will soon be club-specific moderators serving the Facebook group and providing regular updates on events and activities related to that club and genre. Already, Euan Reed has been appointed RTE Liaison moderator for Facebook and Jess McClary has been appointed SGU Liaison moderator for MySpace. Mischa and Nick will be serving as Chief Moderators and as Liaison moderators for LOTW.
Volunteers for the remaining positions should email me at aescleal@googlemail.com and your application will be forwarded to the relevant Chief moderator. (We still need SFHQ Liaison moderators for both Facebook and MySpace, an RTE Liaison moderator for MySpace, and an SGU Liaison moderator for Facebook).
Finally, a word of personal thanks to the team past and present for all your hard work.
Ashley Leighton Plom
VP Support
Monday, 1 June 2009
Lyndsay Jarvis becomes VP Anchor Clubs
Hello Everyone,
This week I accepted the resignation of Jessica McClary from the position of Vice President of Anchor Clubs. As many of you know, Jessica, as well as an original founder, has served in AJJE Games in numerous positions, including Vice President of Operations, and Vice President of Administration. In all the positions she has held, Jessica has carried herself with grace and earned respect from those that have worked with her. I am happy to report Jessica will continue to have input on the direction of AJJE Games in a new capacity in the months to come.
I am also happy to report that effective immediately Lyndsay Jarvis will be assuming the role of Vice President of Anchor Clubs. Lyndsay joined AJJE Games in 2007 and currently serves as an operational leader in LOTW. She previously served on the Administration side of LOTW as Election Coordinator, presiding over mulitple General Elections. As Operational Leader she works with the COs of multiple sims on a daily basis and as Election Coordinator she has earned a reputation as being even handed, logical, and always prompt.
On behalf of everyone in the Senior Leadership, I welcome Lyndsay to the Vice President position, and thank Jessica for assisting us in a smooth transition.
Alex Verdusco
AJJE President
This week I accepted the resignation of Jessica McClary from the position of Vice President of Anchor Clubs. As many of you know, Jessica, as well as an original founder, has served in AJJE Games in numerous positions, including Vice President of Operations, and Vice President of Administration. In all the positions she has held, Jessica has carried herself with grace and earned respect from those that have worked with her. I am happy to report Jessica will continue to have input on the direction of AJJE Games in a new capacity in the months to come.
I am also happy to report that effective immediately Lyndsay Jarvis will be assuming the role of Vice President of Anchor Clubs. Lyndsay joined AJJE Games in 2007 and currently serves as an operational leader in LOTW. She previously served on the Administration side of LOTW as Election Coordinator, presiding over mulitple General Elections. As Operational Leader she works with the COs of multiple sims on a daily basis and as Election Coordinator she has earned a reputation as being even handed, logical, and always prompt.
On behalf of everyone in the Senior Leadership, I welcome Lyndsay to the Vice President position, and thank Jessica for assisting us in a smooth transition.
Alex Verdusco
AJJE President
Thursday, 7 May 2009
USS Scorpious Mothballed
Appointment 79:
Jud Bennett is hereby relieved and duly thanked for his service as CO of the USS Scorpius.
The USS Scorpius is regrettably now a closed environment.
Kat
CinC
Jud Bennett is hereby relieved and duly thanked for his service as CO of the USS Scorpius.
The USS Scorpius is regrettably now a closed environment.
Kat
CinC
Sunday, 15 March 2009
Bernard McJeebus replaces Adrian Aakre as "A Light In the Darkness" Sim Leader
Appointment #27
With Adrian Aakre having gone AWOL it has been decided by the Council of Elders to replace Adrian as the Sim Leader of A Light in the Darkness. The person we are naming to replace Adrian has done a lot for ajjegames.com and we feel that he has proven to be an asset to RTE with all he has done.
Bernard McJeebus is hereby named Sim Leader of A Light in the Darkness.
Make us proud.
Eddie
With Adrian Aakre having gone AWOL it has been decided by the Council of Elders to replace Adrian as the Sim Leader of A Light in the Darkness. The person we are naming to replace Adrian has done a lot for ajjegames.com and we feel that he has proven to be an asset to RTE with all he has done.
Bernard McJeebus is hereby named Sim Leader of A Light in the Darkness.
Make us proud.
Eddie
Sunday, 1 March 2009
New Public Relations Director appointment
ANNOUNCEMENT
It is my sad duty to accept Jon Stapely's withdrawal from the office of Ajjegames Public Relations Director.
However, I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Crawford Leighton to the position of PRD. Deborah first registered with AJJE in January 2007 and has become a well-liked player and well-respected CO in two clubs, leading Akers Bluff in LOTW and O66 in RTE to ever greater heights. She has held the position of Member Support Director in LOTW for a term, and is currently serving as Technical Support Director, as well as contributing to that club's administration in several other capacities.
Her experience of PR in real life and her many contributions to the site make her an ideal choice for AJJE's Public Relations Director.
Her first projects will be generating a forward plan and updating the club homepages (http://sfhq.ajjegames.com/, http://sgu.ajjegames.com/, http://leafonthewind.ajjegames.com/, and http://ridetheedge.ajjegames.com/). Once the Community Pages go live, the Support team will be drawing our initiatives together to actualise a central AJJE facility for blogging, networking, news, photos, publicity and recruitment.
The best is yet to come.
Ash Plom
VP Support
It is my sad duty to accept Jon Stapely's withdrawal from the office of Ajjegames Public Relations Director.
However, I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Crawford Leighton to the position of PRD. Deborah first registered with AJJE in January 2007 and has become a well-liked player and well-respected CO in two clubs, leading Akers Bluff in LOTW and O66 in RTE to ever greater heights. She has held the position of Member Support Director in LOTW for a term, and is currently serving as Technical Support Director, as well as contributing to that club's administration in several other capacities.
Her experience of PR in real life and her many contributions to the site make her an ideal choice for AJJE's Public Relations Director.
Her first projects will be generating a forward plan and updating the club homepages (http://sfhq.ajjegames.com/, http://sgu.ajjegames.com/, http://leafonthewind.ajjegames.com/, and http://ridetheedge.ajjegames.com/). Once the Community Pages go live, the Support team will be drawing our initiatives together to actualise a central AJJE facility for blogging, networking, news, photos, publicity and recruitment.
The best is yet to come.
Ash Plom
VP Support
Change of LOTW Election Coordinator
Resolution #19
It was with some significant reluctance that I accepted Lyndsay Jarvis' resignation from the position of Election Coordinator, as I have so thoroughly enjoyed working with her both in this term of office and during the previous Plom administration. She is a saint, and her great contribution to the club cannot be expressed in few words.
However, I am overjoyed to appoint Kelsey Peterson to the position of Election Coordinator, effective immediately. Kelsey has been training under Lyndsay for about a month, and we intend to go forward with this good practice by adding an Assistant Election Coordinator position to the club, who she will train, but first I'd like to publicly welcome Kelsey to the team.
Ash Plom
Parliament Leader
March 1st, 2009
It was with some significant reluctance that I accepted Lyndsay Jarvis' resignation from the position of Election Coordinator, as I have so thoroughly enjoyed working with her both in this term of office and during the previous Plom administration. She is a saint, and her great contribution to the club cannot be expressed in few words.
However, I am overjoyed to appoint Kelsey Peterson to the position of Election Coordinator, effective immediately. Kelsey has been training under Lyndsay for about a month, and we intend to go forward with this good practice by adding an Assistant Election Coordinator position to the club, who she will train, but first I'd like to publicly welcome Kelsey to the team.
Ash Plom
Parliament Leader
March 1st, 2009
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