Eric “Whitefang” Barona

[MnFurs Election Committee]

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Tell us about yourself.

My name is Eric, I have been a furry since around 2011. I am a multi suiter with a few different sonas I use. FM was one of the earliest cons I went to when I started going to cons in 2022 and the first con I volunteered for.

What brought you to the furry fandom?

When I was younger I would be watching movies and TV shows that had anthropomorphic animals, this made me interested in the idea of talking animals that can do things a human can do or even wear clothes.

As I got older and entered middle school I first heard about furries but not in a good way, I did my own searching around and found the furry fandom and the tons of art and media that was made by it, along with fursuits. At that point I made the decision that I was furry myself.

How will you continue to volunteer in the community after being elected to the board?

I will continue to volunteer and staff at FM, and many other cons as many rely on volunteer work to function and bring joy and reinforce the sense of community in the fandom.

How do you view events like Furry Migration and Midwinter Frolic impact the Minnesota Furs community today and tomorrow?

MNFurs events help bridge that gap for those that may be too far for MFF and Denfur and a perfect location for those already in the central midwest area, many Furs are are also seeking out smaller cons to help them grow or to not be crowded by larger cons where they may feel less seen.

What are your strengths that you will bring to the board?

I have experience on the business side from being on a board to forming and maintaining companies from LLCs to Non-profits, I am experienced in managing budgets and drafting crucial company documentation such as operating procedures and templates.

What do you feel areas where you want to further develop yourself? Why?

I want to continue to develop my behind the scenes experience for running and maintaining a con and the jobs and duties it takes to keep the con going.

How can Minnesota Furs reach out to other communities local and national in furry and other fandoms?

MNFurs can partner with other conventions have themes or events that highlight other communities and continue to host conventions and meets that bring together the furry community and mix with other closely related communities.

What are two things you would like to see accomplished or improved during your tenure?

I would like MNFurs to continue to gain attendance in our events and lead in community outreach for the furry community.

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