SHAWN DAUGHHETEE ANNOUNCED AS EVENTS COORDINATOR
As some of you know, I recently got married and moved to Greenville, SC. For a while I thought I was going to have to find a new job in a new town. But my fears were put to rest when Shelton generously offered me a brand new position within Heroes Aren’t Hard to Find. It was impossible to refuse such a wonderful offer. So as of this week I officially became the Events Coordinator for Heroes. I must admit that I am excited! My new job puts me in charge of organizing and promoting events such as HeroesCon, the Charlotte Minicon, Free Comic Book Day and store signings. Basically my job is to sell and promote the best comic book store in the world and the best comic convention of all time. What could be easier?
Shelton hired me in 2006 just two weeks before the convention where I was thrown into the fire but managed to make it through. I quickly worked my way up to store manager and held that position for two years. I was in charge of making sure the store ran on a day-to-day basis as well as organizing special events. Not only that, but I was also responsible for the basic organization of the convention. This past HeroesCon was one of the smoothest conventions I have ever attended and that makes me feel like all of my hard work paid off. I am sad to leave all of that behind but I look forward to all of the opportunities that will come with my new role.
I am eager to work more closely with exhibitors, pros and small press. I have some exciting plans that will only make HeroesCon bigger and better. I want to continue to cultivate Indie Island, discover ways to draw more attention to small press, diversify our exhibitor list, and widen our promotions. I strongly believe that I can do all these things and keep HeroesCon the family-friendly, comics-centric convention that we all know and love. My first big assignment will be to attend Comic-Con in San Diego and drum up excitement and guests for next year’s HeroesCon! My reading list ranges from Afrodisiac to Zatanna (and everything in between) and I intend on using my eclectic tastes and breadth of knowledge to talk to a wide range of creators and get them interested in coming to HeroesCon.
I am always open to suggestions and feedback and I would love to hear from you on how to make Heroes events even more awesome! Email me sometime!
Well, congrats to YOU! That’s very cool to hear.
I must agree that this year’s HeroesCon was indeed one of the smoothest I have witnessed. So, thanks for making that happen.
(I must say that I like your reading list, too!)
Have a great time at Comicon, and I look forward to working with you in regards to ideas, suggestions, etc., with Heroes in the future.
Good luck Shawn. I’ve been looking forward to next year’s HereosCon since my drive home from this year’s.
Congrat on the new position! I have no doubt that you will do a great job promoting the ‘Best Comic Convention’ and “one” of the ‘Best Comic Shops’. 🙂
If there is anything that I can do to help please just let me know. I am always happy to promote Heroes Convention! It is one of the very few shows that has remained a “Comics” convention.
My experience with Shawn convinces me she is certainly a ‘Comics Fan’ and will do everything she can to make Heroes Con better every year! And I look forward to attending them all.
Richard Morgan
Richards Comics & Collectables
Greenville, SC
Congratulations on a well deserved promotion!
I can’t think of a better choice.
Looks to me like HeroesCon is in darn good hands!!
Onward and upward!!
PS– while you are at Comicon–if you get a chance–I recommend you go to the Kirby Tribute Panel hosted by Mark Evanier.
Yay Shawn. I know that you’ll do great and continue to make the convention one of the greatest. Any help I can be please let me know. Have a great time in San Diego. I wish I was going this year. I chose SPX instead. I had a blast when I went and I’m sure you’ll come back with some great guests for next years convention. Bring comfortable shoes since you’ll be doing a LOT of walking at Comicon. 🙂
peace,
Herc
CONGRATS SHAWN!!!
I know it’s gonna be a huge responsibility, but having gotten to know you over the past few years…I know you’re up to the challenge.
I said this before, but I think this year’s Heroes Con was probably the best I’ve ever attended. If there’s anyone who can continue build upon that level of awesome, it’s you. We’re expecting great things!
This sounds really exciting Shawn. Congrats on the promotion and promoting the store. I know you’ll be a great ambassador for not just the store and convention but also Charlotte as well. I can’t wait to see for your hard work to pay off! Have fun at San Diego.
Congratulations, Shawn! I can’t wait to see what cool things you’ve got cooking for HeroesCon and everything else. You are such a smart choice for this role that it’s almost invokes a “well, duh, of course Shawn should be doing this” reaction.
Great news Shawn! I am really excited for you and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for everyone!
Congratulations Shawn! You need to get you some business cards (finally).
Congratulations Shawn. I’m looking forward to Heroes Con next year. It’s my favorite convention and the best run in the nation. I’m sure it’s in great hands!
It’s hard to imagine that Heroes Con could get any bigger or better, but I’m excited at the possibility. I’m happy to see that the convention is staying in good hands.
This is very good news. I have no doubt that all future Heroes’ events will be out of this world with Shawn in the pilot seat. Shelton is lucky to have such a capable organizer on staff that already knows where all the controls are. I’m looking forward to checking out her flying style and I’m sure it’s going to be an amazing ride.
Congrats, Shawn! I’m really excited to see what you pull out of your hat. Anything you ever need, don’t hesitate to ask!
Shelton couldn’t have made a better decision. Keeping it in the “family” makes sense, especially as it relates to Heroes Con! We’re all in your corner pulling for you to take his baby to the next level! 🙂
Thanks for all the kind words everybody! I am feeling the internet love!
Glad to hear that the con will be in such capable hands–congrats!
Congrats!
Great choice by Shelton to keep things rolling after a great Heroes Con by making what I feel will be an easy transition from Dusty to Shawn. I am already looking forward to next year’s show.
Congratulations Shawn! I was kinda hoping you’d take over when I heard that Dustin was jumping ship =)
Congratulations, Shawn (on both your marriage and new job)! Looking forward to a great 2011 Con…
I announce her as Event Coordinator…of my heart.
Shawn, you are da bomb. Shelton’s lucky to have you! (And visa versa!)
Yay, Shawn! Couldn’t happen to a nicer person.
Hiya Shawn! Congrats on your new position in the Heroes family, you’ll do well, as you always have! It was great working with you and the rest of the crew at the awesome 2010 Heroes Con. I echo the above posters, Shelton is lucky to have you! See you at the next Heroes Con, if not sooner!
Thanks for the kind words Paul. It was a blast having you at the con. I hope you come out next year too. I heart you Paul!