Meet the Staff

Town Sheriff & Head of Security, RCFM's Third Banana-in-Charge

Member of the Board of Directors

Second Life Name: Alexndeer Lobo

Alexander is one of the original RCFM staff members and was there at the very first countdown to launch. A veteran con attendee with over 21 conventions under his belt and numerous business conventions as well, Alex is ready for the tribulations of con planning and administration. Heading up the Security Department and any other job that needs to be done, Alex has been reported in multiple locations at the same time and is rumored to never sleep.

Cartwright, Co-Chair, Banker

Member of the Board of Directors

Second Life Name: Brody Baggio

Brody Catsmouth is rumored to be the creator of RCFM and currently resides as its Co-Chair and Treasurer. He has performed musically at conventions in the area, either solo or in his furry rock band Critical Fail. His weakness is backrubs.

Chief Horse Wrangler, Head of Programming, Official Town Drunk

Member of the Board of Directors

Not your average red fox, Camstone and his "whiskerstache" awoke to his furry side in 1999. Now of 46 Spring seasons, this Scottish fox and his Dutch wife MooiVos, live close enough to Washington DC to see Washington's Monument on a clear day. MooiVos calls Camstone her "Horseback Riding Rocket Scientist," because he has owned, trained and ridden horses competitively, and is actually a rocket scientist by trade - and hence why he loves Rocket City! In fact, he holds a US Patent, over a dozen horse show ribbons and has been a degree'd research scientist working for the government for 24 years. He enjoys fursuiting, chatting on Second Life and discussing the finer points of various single malt beverages.

Head of Mischief, Town Crier at-Large

Member of the Board of Directors

When not weighed down with his primary duties of telling other States about RCFM, Draconis serves as the con's general creative furry mischief maker and insane-idea developer.

PC & Networking Blacksmith, Registration Bartender

Member of the Board of Directors

Kiran Lightpaw is a 24-year-old software engineer currently working in the telecommunications industry. A furry for over a decade, Kiran got his first involvement through the Lion King fandom in 1994. In addition to his convention work on the board of directors at both Rocket City Fur Meet and at Furry Weekend Atlanta, Kiran is a writer and occasional comedian doing both standup and improv comedy. He can usually be found wandering around without a clue. If you see him, please give him BEER!

Head Cat, Town Mayor, Saloon Key Keeper, Arbitrary & Capricious Decisionaire

Member of the Board of Directors

Second Life Name: KO Okey

KO's been a bouncy tabbycat since he was a kitten, though he's only known about this "Furry" thing since 2000. He tries to herd these wild RCFM Staff critters, but they just want to kill him with stress. And it's working. (!) When younger, he would jump bikes, climb things, find danger, and break bones - but more recently he's been getting thrown down stairs by large appliances. (!!) He and PITA are happily hitched, so no hitting on the Unicorns. (!!!) He was assimilated by MFM in 2002, and drafted by FWA in 2008. Overheard last year: "No, I have no idea what's going on. Why do you ask?" Current motto: "HOLY CATS! Have you SEEN the new hotel? I want to LIVE there!" If he's about to have a nervous breakdown, please give lots of Hugs...

Graphics Shopkeeper, T-shirt Art Tailor, Second Life Posse

Member of the Board of Directors

Second Life Name: Lacy Muskteteer

Lacy is a 35 year old Thylacine/O'Possum living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. She is a graphic artist, having produced many of the graphics seen on the RCFM website over the years. Together with Bunny, Koterie, Illya, and Alex, Lacy makes sure the RCFM sim is running top notch. Drop by Second Life and hang around for a visit! Lacy REALLY enjoys coffee and might like one at anytime, just ask. Or, surprise her with a cup of strong Java with just enough creamer, no sugar please. Meat is also good: hot dogs, burgers, and maybe a steak or three. MEAT makes a happy Thylacine/O'Possum. And as always, HUGS are good!

Head Cat's Assassin, Saloon Kitchen Keeper, Food Stores Quartermaster

Member of the Board of Directors

PITA is a redheaded Unicorn lost in this Human world! Growing up just outside Kennedy Space Center in Florida, she's a natural fit here in the Rocket City. She was discovered by KO helping out at Con+Stellation, the long-running local Sci-Fi convention, where he latched onto her - as bad kitties usually do. (He also helped her with the Adult beverages at a party there, which bad kitties also do!) She helps out at RCFM in so many ways that it's impossible to describe, though she already knew that being staff means running in little circles until your hooves fall off. She and KO were married in April of 2006, so don't try hitting on her or you'll get the horn!

Co-Commander of the General Store & Dealers Den, Town's Bill Collector

Member of the Board of Directors

Second Life Name: Shirokuma Indigo

Shirokuma is a 27 year old Polar Bear from the small town of Atoka, Tennessee, just north of Memphis. He is a waiter at a local BBQ joint and spends his down time with his mate, Yoken. He tends to scare small children, and most small adults, because of his sheer size. But, never fear, he is as gentle as they come. As "Co-Commander of the General Store and Town's Bill Collector" he may seem like he's running around without time to speak, but just stop him and hug him. He's guaranteed to grumble with happiness.

Graphic Designer 'round here

Joining forces with Kiwi and Lacy to wreak havoc on the graphics department is AnimeCat, a golden-yellow housecat hailing from Little Rock, Arkansas. She shares her home with her mate (read:lackey) Akela Vincent, two cats, and a hyperactive Corgi. By day she works for the local university hospital, but by night she attempts to take over the world through pointless, random doodles. AC also dabbles in fursuiting and puppetry, as well as running her own art studio, so there's no telling where you'll see her next! If you see a gold-and-white fur-blur running through the convention, there's a good chance you've found AC. Bribe this kitty with sushi and Cherry Coke and she'll do almost anything!

Video Room Tender

Boba Ferret is a 27 year old ferret with one child so far. Boba is a playful creature that likes being a movie geek. He apprieciates hugs, candy, and coffee! Gifts of any of the three will be much appriciated and welcomed! He also likes random movie trivia and trying to answer it. If you come to the video room, be prepared for an insane amount of sillyness and competitive video viewing! And always remember: "Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side!"

Booster Concierge

Brine will be happy to assist you and, if you're a Booster, you'll get special accomodations - including rides to local restaurants and other various locations. Brine is a customer service rep, loves what he does, and is also good at it. The transition into the Booster Concierge is seamless as he is courteous and professional.

Second Life Cat Herder, Website Bronc-Buster

Second Life Name: Bunny Halberd

Bunny is the purple wabbit on Rocket City's Second Life staff. He has been a furry for quite a long time but never quite felt "home" until he found Rocket City... since then he's made it his goal to help other furs feel welcome and comfortable while in Rocket City FurMeet's island in Second Life. When he's not in-world, he's a network administrator from Southern Ohio.

Ambassador to Foreign Nations, RCFM Marine at-Large

KO's stepson and non-active duty Marine folf. Last seen in Kyrgyzstan, Dubai, Mongolia and Afghanistan, he tells the entire world about RCFM and has inside connections in strange places. He's a prior NARF (North Alabama Regional Furry) head organizer, and responsible for showing the Head Cat what Furry is. He thinks foosball is a combination of soccer and shishkebab, and that a severed foot is the ultimate stocking stuffer. He's been known to handle high explosives, and quite frankly that frightens the proverbial crap out of everyone who knows him. (!) (And yes, that IS a bullet-proof vest in the picture - along with a tall glass of rotgut whiskey. Need we say more?...)

Foxxeh DJ, Deputy, Second Life Track Pardner

Second Life Name: Charles Gide

Many know me as Charles Gide in Second Life. I DJ the Saturday Night Dances at Rocket City FurMeet in SL and help out wherever I'm needed in there. My main fursona is a grey fox, though sometimes you can find me running about as a rainbow husky. I maintain proper disposition, with a touch of corruption thrown in for good measure. Whether its making the dances more fun and bouncy, or just lending a paw wherever needed, I'm always ready to serve my furrycon. Give me a wave or come up and say hey. I'll be happy to help or just lend an ear for a chat. PS: Hugs are definitely a good thing.

Fursuit Wrangler, Advertising Buckaroo

Second Life Name: Corsi Mousehold

Corsi is coming on staff this year as our Fursuit Track staffer and Advertising Lead. Thank you for the help, Corsi! . . . But, Corsi is ALSO being a bad, bad mousie. He has NOT YET sent his Bio paragraph and Pic to KO to be put up on the Staff page of this website! KO hopes he does this soon!

Second-Watch, Ender of Disputes

Crazy Wolf is an all around nice guy *snicker* and security thug. He's a 26 year old grizzled war veteran who can be easily bribed with beer - and not the cheap kind! Most likely, he will be found making his rounds and making sure that everyone has a safe and happy convention ... or drunk. If you need firepower, he's your best bet - but if not... keep a tight paw on your last beer!

Dealer Den Cowhand, Assistant to Shiro & Yoken

Four the Bear comes to RCFM again, we hope, as the Barnyard Market assistant to make sure things run a bit more smoothly and lively as you make your way through the tables and wares of the dealer tables at RCFM. Come on by and say Hello as you order that print or conbadge! Four the Bear has previous experience as convention staff - by way of Furry Weekend Atlanta, serving as the Registration Coordinator and the Volunteer Coordinator.

Deputy Marshal, Security's Conscience

Mr. Fox Lemonte hails from St. Paul, Minnesota, he had been stationed at Little Rock AFB, Arkansas since 2002. In 2008, he was recently transferred to Kunsan AB, South Korea. He is one of the founding members of CAFA and enjoys anime and video games. He is a war veteran and has seen plenty of action on top of being one of the best aircraft mechanics the service has to offer. Fox Lemonte is a great guy and if you need any help at the con or elsewhere or if you want to hear any of his great war stories, don't hesitate to come see him.

Dog-Watch Deputy, Hall Monitor

Gabriel the Short Rat is known for his love of animation, creative minds, and honesty. He's always willing to help whenever and whereever needed or asked. He is the friend to all things and persons Furry but also has a reputation for NOT suffering fools glady. (And, like most rats, has also been known to bite when cornered!) He also helps KO run the Video Room at MFM.

Main-Room Ringmaster, Engineer of that New-Fangled Electricity

Heros is a seven-year furry fan who comes to us from Kansas City. He's in charge of audio and electronics gear, and also brings much of the sound gear from KC. He will likely be performing some of his own compositions at the dance. He'll also be running the Musical Furs track during the year.

Carpenter, Clothier, Graphic Design

Second Life Name: Illya Leonov

Illya is a key player in the design and production of all the RCFM t-shirts, as well as the current iteration of RCFM itself. As a Tinkerer-General, he is also the designer and builder of the fabulous new Art Show panels. Often to be found in the RCFM areas of Second Life, he is also one of the nicest Fennecs you could ever hope to meet.

Artists' Alley Tender, Water Tower Painter

This fluffy little red & white Red Panda of Corruption is a native of Huntsville, but is currently Residing in Florence, Alabama and is pursuing a career in Design Engineering Technologies. He is a lover of Art and Second Life (when it's not lagging). Recently, after moving out on his own and crushed by what they call "LIFE", he changed into a Red Panda - seeing it fit his new reality-stricken LIFE. BE ARTISTIC OR THE PANZA WILL EAT YOUR COOKIES!!!

Mysterious Unknown Staff Member, Otter at-Large

He's Mysterious and nobody knows who he is. What more can we say?

Furst Aid Second, Art Show Non-Com, Preacher Man

Kamau is a Barbary lion with the typical tawny brown coat fur and black mane. He has white fur on his lower muzzle which forms somewhat of a pointed beard. His eyes are orange and he has a slight boarder of blond fur that frames his face before the black of his mane starts. Kamau's upbringing is very country and he is most at home out in the wild or rural areas. He is fun loving but in moderation. He believes work comes first but will also try to find some enjoyment in the work he is doing. He is easy to crack a smile and usually has a very pleasant disposition (unless he's under pressure). He can take a joke and will give as good as he gets in puns. He likes to listen to music mostly of folk, country or 60's rock. He enjoys a good party but is not a party animal preferring just sharing some good conversation with friends over a beer or as he prefers English cider. When it comes time to work or when there is an emergency he is single minded in doing what needs to be done.

Deputy Marshal, Security's Plaything

Kinyin is 20 years old and hails from northern Alabama, though he spent most of his life further south near the Gulf Coast. He doesn't yet have a set in stone fursona, but he is working towards it and already has a fondness for foxes and snow leopards. RCFM 2007 will be his second year attending and is happy to be on staff and giving back to the furry community. One of the things he enjoys about RCFM is the smaller, tight-knit community. Because of this, he thoroughly enjoys hugs and would be happy to oblige, just ask!

Anime Room Tender, On-Staff HAAS Rep

Kitara Kat is a first time Staffer and cat kindred. She has helped staff the Con-Stellation Anime Room for 3 years running - and has sold art in the Artist Alley of Anime Weekend Atlanta for 5. In her everyday life, she is a 22 year old biochemist who works with things that explode.

Second Life Staffer, Second Life Panel Showhorse er... Showkirin

Second Life Name: Koterie Itoku

Koterie is a silver kirin of New England origin who now resides in Florida with her fiance of two years. Some roleplay friends of hers on Furcadia convinced her to sign up for Second Life in early 2007 and she soon found herself in the RCFM sim. It wasn't long before she worked her way up from Greeter to Executive and -- with the help of her SecondLife Staff friends commissioning her for artwork -- made RCFM Sci-Five her first furry convention. She can always be found on Second Life, and is usually building or entertaining her friends. For RCFM Deep Six she is part of the team organizing the Second Life panels.

Marketing Slick, Logistics & Sponsorship, Con-Ops, RCFM Assistant at-Large

Lonewolf is a 39 year old North American Grey Wolf who has recently moved back to Huntsville, after attending school at Wallace State College in Hanceville, AL, where he studied Commercial Foods (chef) and Human Services (Social Work). He has been a part of general fandom since around 1988 and has worked on the staff of many conventions over those years in various capacities. Lonewolf is also a prankster and punster, so if you see him grinning, look out.

Dealers' Den Systems Support Master, Hotel Liason & Grifter

Malaki is returning for his 3rd year at RCFM in the position of Hotel Liaison. He's generally heard barking at random passers by and darting back and forth haggling, negotiating and selling bits of his soul all to get the next bigger & better deal for the convention and it's attendees. In between deals he works under the direction of Den Director Shirokuma to ensure all of the technical needs of the Dealers' Den are meet. He's not really a snuggly warm and fuzzy type, but generally won't bite if you approach him.... generally.

Lan Room Sorcerer, Gaming Surgeon

Misha is an Alaskan malamute living in Florida doing construction work for a living. He has been a gamer for quite a while. Misha also has a mild interest in guns, motorcycles and cars. Misha also finds it very difficult writing about himself in the third person like this

Puppet Wrangler, Furst-Aid Surgeon

Oldfreek - a.k.a. James Ward - will again try to attend RCFM, being kidney-stone free now. The outlook is good for no returns of the evil lil painful Pebbles! He's 45 years old, married with a 16 year old stepdaughter, and enjoys puppets, Native American Style art, and the furry/sci-fi fandom. He's employed as a CNA and works in the home health field. He's a great guy. If you don't believe it, just ask him!

Cyber Security Officer, Head of Electronic Surveillance, Hotel Cartographer

Omnibot patrols the hallways of RCFM, ever on the alert to protect the convention from any and all threats. Trouble makers beware - no matter where you try to hide, Omnibot is watching you!

Tall Tales-man, Writing Track Scout

*Phil Geusz* is a furry author, working primarily in the transformation-story sub-genre. He is best known for his work in the "The Blind Pig" (TBP) storyverse, as well as for his novels "Transmutation Now!, Freedom City, Manifest Destiny, Resisting Arrest, Spur", and "Corpus Lupus", some of which have been made available in book form. Phil also has numerous other minor publication credits, served as Writing Guest of Honor at Rain Furrest 2007, and has appeared many times on the Ursa Major Recommended Reading List.

LAN Room Sorcerer, Master of RCFM Gaming Networks

Raczoon is a wildlife rehabber from Florida who just happens to be an avid computer gamer. As such, he founded Clan ZETA, which focuses on FPS games. Together with a key member known as Chestnut Stallion, they have started bringing LAN-gaming to furcons! We very much look forward to seeing their "Traveling LANShow" at RCFM, so come see them, and bring a computer if ya want! Raczoon's hobbies include racing, paintball, various electronics and technology, music,guns, import cars, rotary engines, and, of course, animals and gaming.

Hospitality Fox, Setup and Teardown Helper at-Large

Sage is a Huntsville native; born & raised, and is currently still there. She went to the first RCFM when she was 14, and somehow managed to get talked into running the Hospitality Suite on the first day. Sage has been stuck there ever since.

Volunteer Herder, Conbook Smithy

Second Life Name: Samii Itoku

Samii's been in the volunteer wrangling business for roughly 8 years in various venues, now entering into her fourth year with Rocket City FurMeet as a member of Staff. Though the draconic tiger-wolf is experienced in prodding stagehands and security guards to do her bidding, she's still trying to figure out how to lure furries. The catnip isn't working, though it evidently keeps her in the majority of the RCFM Staff's good graces. Outside of RCFM, Samii works as a Contract Loss Prevention Supervisor in the Chicagoland area at a major office supply warehouse/office building. When not at work (and playing with the company's access control system), Samii manages to experiment in the kitchen with new recipes, draw tribal-style artwork, and sing along with whatever song happens to be playing at the moment. She is an active member of the Lake Area Furry Friends community and has a penchant for costuming, whether it be fursuiting or dressing in period garb for the local Renaissance Faire. At con, people can find Samii running about the halls, in hospitality lending a hand, spotting for a couple of her fursuiter friends, or at one of the concerts. Catching this tiger by her toe is not advised, as she wears steel-toed boots, but she'll gladly stop in the hallways to say hello and give friends a quick hug before moving to pounce her next vic-- volunteer.

Town Sheriff, Master of the Night Watch, Purveyor of Fermented Rice Beverages

This 30-year-old Siamese iguana is a native Atlantan. Although lacking in true ninja training, she's a veritable master at going unnoticed until it's far too late. Ordinarily something kinda like an artist. (Ed. note from KO - She's a GREAT artist!) She has been recruited in a skull-cracking capacity and is more than happy to donate time and energy to the cause. Have no fear, this nutcase is in no way new to the security field. Just be glad her idea for flying-monkey outfits for the volunteers was voted down. (!) Fresh bottles of BAWLs are readily and happily accepted. (!!) If you want to think of them as bribes, that's fine, but you won't get any special treatment out of the deal. ~_o

Town Slav(e), Official Street Sweeper

Being the resident RCFM Slav(e), Sii pretty much does any degrading thing we tell him to do. Sage gives him a savage beating if he does not perform his "duties" quickly enough...

Art Show Ringleader, Setup & Teardown Kirin

Smrgol has been furry for all his life, but only “found” furry in 1998. Since then he has gotten involved in Puppetry, Fursuiting and is on staff at three out of the five conventions that he usually attends. He is also part of the Rocket City Community on Second Life. Born in 1954, he is officially a greymuzzle. You can find his musings both at Live Journal and in alt.lifestyles.furry. The Kirin brings eight years of AnthroCon Art Show Staff experience to his new post as Art Show Chairman here at Rocket City

Wrangler of the Furry Variety Show, Charity Auctioneer

Snap packs up his plunder from Omaha Nebraska for a second year of RCFM shenanigans. 'Eric' was flimflammed into the fandom in 1999 after a co-worker introduced him to anthropomorphic art. In June of 2000 at a camp out, he put on his first anthro tiger costume and hasn't stopped costuming since. For years Snap has been using his big bazoo at countless conventions to caterwaul countless creatures into joining the posse of panelists and performers. Being a taller feller, you no longer have to hanker about where all them dents came from at the tops of all hotel doorways. Offer Snap a cigar and he'll mosey on by with a 'thank ye kindly'.

Game Room Wright, Critter Herder

Tayu is 18, and probably the youngest staff member at RCFM. He's been attending since RCFM 04 and helping out in the game room, which he is happy to now organize and plan with Xavior. Coming all the way from KCMO this wolf likes to talk and hang out with others.

Web Server Owner, Online Wolf at-Large, Official Meet Furtographer

Techwolf generously hosts the RCFM website on his Server, and takes lots of good photos for us during the Meet itself.

Vinnie the Kid, Con Director in Training

This snow leopard cub has been with RCFM since its inception and is growing into a fine future convention director. He is learning the ins and outs of how a furry con is operated and contributes his own random cuteness to RCFM. He can usually be seen hanging out with his Mom, Lacy, or somewhere on a couch engrossed in his DS.

Volunteer Coordinator's Workhorse

Xanthe Equine is a 23-year-old palomino mare hailing from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She is a state employee that keeps her hands full with the local furs - as well as juggling her relationship with her dragon mate, and her computer gaming time, as well as trying to make a few apprearances in Second Life under the name of Xanthe Blackadder. This is her first year on RCFM's staff as a the Volunteer Coordinator's Assistant, so please be nice. If you are not, then she'll lasso you into working for her... And she has a whip. So be nice.

Game Room Wright, Critter Herder

Xavior is helping Tayu mind the Gaming Room . . . But, Xavior is ALSO being a bad bat. He has NOT YET sent his Bio paragraph and Pic to KO to be put up on the Staff page of this website! KO hopes he does this soon!

Co-Commander of the General Store & Dealers Den, Deputy Bill Collector

Yoken is a 5 year veteran to RCFM, being there the first time as a helper with Hospitality and everything in general. Now he's moved on to making sure that the Dealers are happy and sane with their sales by streamlining the whole process in conjunction with Shiro. Generally found running around the Dealers' Den making sure everything is ok and that the network hasn't crashed, again. He's been with his mate Shiro for over 4 years now and resides with him about 30 miles north of Memphis, TN. During the day, he's dealing with running the IT department for a 1.6 million square foot warehouse in Southaven, MS. At night you can find him resting either in front of his computer talking to friends in all walks of life, or tinkering with his music. He's a Lynx by nature, personality and traits aside, he's just a big 'ol friendly kitty. Give him a hug and a scritch and he's your friend forever.