User talk:Ec1954

Welcome to Wikipedia. Because we have a policy against usernames that give the impression that the account represents a group, organization or website, I have blocked this account; please take a moment to create a new account with a username that represents only yourself as an individual and which complies with our username policy. You should also read our conflict of interest guideline and be aware that promotional editing is not acceptable regardless of the username you choose.

If your username does not represent a group, organization or website, you may appeal this username block by adding the text {{unblock|reason=Your reason here ~~~~}} below this notice.

You may simply create a new account, but you may prefer to change your username to one that complies with our username policy, so that your past contributions are associated with your new username. If you would prefer to change your username, you may appeal this username block by adding the text {{unblock-un|new username|reason=Your reason here ~~~~}} below this notice. Thank you. -- Ed (Edgar181) 11:58, 24 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]

That name would be fine, but consider this query as well: Here are a few key questions:

Do you understand that Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, and not a business directory?
Do you understand conflict of interest?
Do you understand that to be considered for an encyclopedia article, the subject must be notable?

You are currently blocked because your username appears directly related to a company, group or product that you have been promoting, contrary to the username policy. Changing the username will not allow you to violate the 3 important principles above. Daniel Case (talk) 14:31, 29 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the response. I do understand all those points, and the only additions/changes I wish to make to the page in question are of a factual nature. I updated the slogan/branding and details of current and past staff that were out of date and/or inaccurate. I also wish to change the logos that are out of date. Although some of these elements are of a promotional nature, I do not think updating them to be current and accurate in Wikipedia qualifies as promoting the business. (Unsure how to sign post since NBCMontana username is blocked, but that is still currently the username as it has not yet been changed.) NBCMontana (talk) 00:43, 30 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]

The Founder of Wikipedia has stated that those with WP:COI should never directly edit an article where they have coi, but should only discuss propose edits that are sourced to third parties on the article talkpage in order to obtain WP:CONSENSUS for their edits. Based on that, how do you intend to proceed. (Note:your signature will remain as it is until you are unblocked and permitted to change the username) the panda ₯’ 10:49, 31 May 2014 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the response. I will look into getting a third-party source to update the logos to the current versions. Would still appreciate the opportunity to change the username. NBCMontana (talk) 18:57, 2 June 2014 (UTC)[reply]

Just following up on whether it will be possible to change the username to Ec1954. I will avoid any COI in the future. Thank you. NBCMontana (talk) 22:09, 13 June 2014 (UTC)[reply]

This user's request to be unblocked to request a change in username has been reviewed by an administrator, who accepted the request.

Ec1954 (block log • active blocks • global blocks • autoblocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Requested username:

ec1954 (talk · contribs · deleted contribs · logs · filter log · block user · block log)

Request reason:

Sorry - didn't realize there was a problem with having a group username. If possible, please change username to ec1954

Accept reason:

Allowing username change to requested username. Please put this request in at Wikipedia:Changing username as soon as possible to avoid re-blocking. Moonriddengirl ^(talk) 02:17, 14 June 2014 (UTC)[reply]

Please do be careful to comply with WP:COI and Wikipedia:FAQ/Organizations. When in doubt, it's always better to be conservative and remain well within community guidelines and processes to avoid misunderstandings and reblockings. If you have any questions about Wikipedia, you may wish to visit the Wikipedia:Teahouse, which is designed to be a friendly environment for newcomers. --Moonriddengirl ^(talk) 02:17, 14 June 2014 (UTC)[reply]