Coordinator Corner
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
2 years!
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
I’m a sucker for a book themed game, like A Place for All My Books, My Shelfie, and Ex Libre.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
I've learned better ways to assign and delegate tasks that can be used in other organizations that I am a part of.
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
My favorite thing is seeing my autistic kid really branch out and meet new people and not being afraid to try new games or events.
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
Game Fest brings together all kinds of individuals from all walks of life. It gives people the chance to play some favorite games or events while branching out to try or learn something new. It's an event that you can enjoy with the entire family or that you can attend alone. Either way, you always leave having made new friends, great memories, and possibly some pretty cool door prizes.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
I’m excited to be back at the HGI. It feels like home for GameFest and we aren’t dealing with huge crowds of people there for another event.
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
Since 2022
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
Board and card games! Favorite board games are Spirit Island, Concordia, and Detective: City of Angels! Disney Lorcana TCG is my favorite card game!
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
These folks have a passion for this community and for the charities we've partnered with over the years. It's infectious!
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
Seeing familiar faces and new-to-me folks assembling for some fun games for a good cause is just the best. I look forward to it every year!
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
From the sponsors' generosity to the attendees' enthusiasm, it's fulfilling to see so many different folks come together at NEA Game Fest every year!
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
Celebrating the notable milestone of 10 years with attendees!
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
This is my third year.
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
RPGs are my favorite tabletop game, though I do enjoy Lorcana, Pokemon TCG, and board games. I really enjoy DND, Daggerheart, and any board game I can get my family to play with me.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
Everyone in this team is passionate not only about gaming but also about helping make the world slightly better through inclusion and charity.
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
Everyone coming together to game and have fun while discovering new interests for a good cause.
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
It provides a space where everyone feels welcome to geek out over different types of gaming. It brings the community together.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
I am excited to be with other gamers and have a blast. I love the RPGs like All Outta Bubblegum, Fiasco, and Drunkin’s and Dragons.
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
Since 2017
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
My favorite RPG is Dungeon Crawl Classics, but I also have a love of GMless RPGs such as Fiasco and Microscope. For board games, I love euro games, the more cubes to push the better. Stephen Feld is my favorite board game designer.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
That we all have things that we are enthusiastic about and can focus our energies on to create a better experience for everyone.
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
The community. Seeing so many tabletop gamers gathering and playing games is amazing!
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
Not only has NEA Game Fest raised money for local charities, my hope is that it has an impact to the gaming community in finding local and like minded individuals.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
Game Fest is always such an exciting time for me. I love seeing everyone getting together with their friends (both old and new) and playing tabletop games all weekend!
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
I was there, Gandalf. 3,000 years ago!
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
I love tabletop gaming of all kinds but I especially love RPGs, miniatures, and board games. Right now my favorites are D&D, Daggerheart, Warcry, Warmachine, Love Letter and So Clover. I love a good house rule, so if you see me ask me how to play vibes only guess who.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
That I'm not as organized as I think I am!
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
Coming together with people who love tabletop gaming as much as I do!
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
Tens of thousands of dollars raised for charity. A sense of excitement in the tabletop community.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
I just love unplugging from my devices, sitting around a table with friends and playing games! I love the good this event not only provides for the community by having a family friendly space to get together and play games, but the long term good we're able to help provide for the community with our charity partner, Friends of the Library.
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
I've been one from the start!
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
I enjoy co-op games and abstract strategy board games.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
That the only thing that exceeds our passion for gaming is our passion for a good charity.
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
I've loved watching our events selection grow. We have so many wonderful game hosts step up every year!
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
Creating spaces for shared passions is one of the best things you can do for a community. However, NEA Game Fest is not just a share space for passionate gamers, it’s also a charity event making impacts that last long past the convention end date. I’m so proud of this community we’ve fostered at NEA Game Fest.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
We've got some great new coordinators this year; and I'm excited to see what they bring to the table.
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
This is year 1.
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
I am interested in all sorts of games, but I lean more toward RPGs, Trading Card Games/Collectable Card Games, and Deckbuilders. My Favorite Games are Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Monoploy. But, as I continue to play more games, Monopoly is losing its 30-year lead as top board game.
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
I hope this makes sense, but the one thing I learned from the other coordinators is how to be a gamer. I am always amazed by the gaming knowledge and stories that they share. Had it not been for my interactions with them, I would have given up on trying to find a group of gamers - especially before I moved to Jonesboro. I also would have given up on my small business, because there did not seem to be an interest for board games and cards.
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
The absolute variety of games you can play and the people you can meet playing them. It was not until I started to go to Game Fest that I realized the absolute variety of board games. Before Game Fest, I mostly knew about classic games like Monopoly; since attending, I have been exposed to some truly remarkable games from Rococo to SETI to Blood on the Clocktower.
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
I hate to sound cliché here, but the impact Game Fest has had on the community has been to provide a place where people who have an interest in gaming, a place to game judgement free. It is a place that is a break from the usual activities that people might get into. Also, I think it is also a great way for exposing people to the different games that exists in the world and exposing people to a space where the only thing that matters is playing the game in front of everyone.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
I am excited to just be a part of Game Fest. As coordinator, I hope to be able to make it a fun experience for attendees; and it would be a plus if there is a way to get something that can help new and casual players of Trading Card Game enjoy playing in a slightly relaxed environment.
How long have you been a coordinator for NEA Game Fest?
First time coordinator.
What type(s) of gaming are you interested in? Favorite titles in particular?
All about board games and some DnD (or other fun role playing systems!) Brass Birmingham, Shikoku 1889, Yokohama, Terraforming Mars, Anything that makes my brain work!
What is one thing you've learned during your work with other coordinators?
Wow, these folks care and know their business! I’ve been so impressed with the knowledge, organization, and teamwork. I truly can’t wait to, hopefully, be an integral part of the team and help continue to make Game Fest such a wonderful event!
What is your favorite thing about Game Fest?
I love watching people in the community enjoying each other. Sure, I love to play games, but if I can just be around other people who are enjoying doing things they love and having fun with the people around them, it makes me feel pretty dang good.
In your own words, can you describe the impact this event has made to the community?
Moneyyyy...No, but really it’s amazing to watch a group of people come together and raise so much money for great causes. Children, our local library. The resources this brings to our community is astounding and watching it grow every year has continued to blow me away.
Is there anything in particular you are excited for in this year's Fest?
Drunken DnD! (because I want my face to hurt from laughing)
