About Us

Dan began playing board and card games with his family and friends at a very early age. He is an enthusiastic husband, father, brother, son, and avid and perpetual game evangelist in all these roles. Dan enjoys questing with his adventuring party to craft, sell, and celebrate games and continue the impressive growth of the tabletop games industry, one game at a time.

While new to the team in 2025, Andre is a veteran in the board game industry.Born and raised in sweet-home Minnesota, his interest sparked in the 80's when Andre started playing games like Dungeons & Dragons and Warhammer while in elementary school. Still today, Andre is a dedicated player of board games and role-playing games each week, always finding the time for both market research and fun. He's also an avid miniature painter with many examples of his work available on request. 

When he isn't surrounded by paints, miniatures, and games he is a devoted Husband of one, Father of five, and Grandfather of three. Last, but certainly not least, he has a loyal dachshund named "Buddy" who is the very best boy. 

Tim is a wise sage who spent many years formally mastering the music of the spheres and the hidden mathematics of the known universe.

He joined the Tabletop Tycoon Adventuring Party in 2010 and brings to bear his particular set of skills to each challenge, continually crafting and implementing optimal solutions. He is deliberate and considered, always thinking through the long-term implications of decisions.

Tim's hobbies include tabletop RPGs, board games, video games, spending time with his family, and optimizing rules for new games to the breaking point.

A seasoned buccaneer who is highly skilled in handling the logistics of the high seas, Captain Chris ensures that all the Tycoon's bounty safely and promptly reaches far away lands.

Chris has been working as a part of our team since 2016 including working in order fulfillment and as part of our convention staff. He enjoys gaming, swords & sorcery novels, reading and making zines, and amateur mycology.

Taolan is our dedicated Hospitality Manager for Pinball Tycoon. When he's not providing exceptional service, Taolan is focused on his family, which includes his wife, son, dogs, and chickens. He also embraces his favorite pastimes, including snowboarding, playing video games, watching movies, and building intricate LEGO sets. Beyond work and hobbies, Taolan is passionate about giving back to his community and regularly volunteers his time to support local initiatives and events. For true relaxation, he enjoys a good night's sleep, diving into the world of video games, or taking time to learn about and appreciate nature.

A true New Englander, Shawn is a huge Celtics fan. In fact, when there isn't a game on, you'll often find him on the court in a league of his own! When he's not rebounding the basketball, Shawn loves to be outdoors; taking in the sites of NH, especially in the fall foliage.

Handy as ever, Shawn repairs pinball machines in his spare time! He has 3 of his own that he restores and maintains for the love of it. But most important, is the time he spends with his wife, who has a shared love of anything horror. 

Curator and guardian of the Tycoon Games warehouse, this high-flying hero coordinates a group of adventures to ensure our games get to your table.

A steadfast family man, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son. Whether they are hiking along the trails of New England or gathering around with a bowl of popcorn to watch movie classics.

While he might not be the best Super Smash Bros fighter, his kindness and enthusiasm make him one of the best people to play games with. It should be noted, it is unverified if he has never fought a bear.

Born in the port city of New York, Matt was ferreted away into the deep woods of western New Hampshire on his first birthday. Knowing very little of his birthright, he was raised in a humble cottage on the peak of Mount Marlow until he came of age. Without a clear path forward, he found himself taking odd jobs moving material, always making sure the precious cargo gets to its destination. Before long, he found himself in charge of transporting said precious cargo, and whether or not some finds its way into more lucrative places, who’s to say?

A musician in his free time, he joined several bands over the years, most recently in Promise Game as the bassist. He also dabbles in video games, tabletop wargames, and tennis. Naturally adventurous, he lived in Israel and New Zealand for a time but found the need to lay down roots in his middle years. Recently married, with a new purpose, his next chapter is the most exciting: smuggling games to eager fans!

Tristan joined the Tycoon's crew after a lifetime of hopping space ports. Part scientist, part artist, melding function and aesthetic is his specialty. Better than any AI artist! He knows just how to take the crew's harebrained ideas and create something beautiful.

Tristan spends his free time making art, growing green things, cooking delicious foods, and teaching himself new hobbies. He can be found defending the galaxy with his faithful sidekick, the tenured Professor Burlap Bork of the Borkings Institute for Borkology.

Stephen's first business cards at age 12 listed him as a Renaissance Man because his curiosity is always leading him into dangerous new places. Whether financially risky (comic collecting), socially inadvisable (ukulele), or hazardous to his very well-being (theatre), he teaches himself whatever skills he needs to leap into each new pursuit. And so Stephen finds himself leaping from Acting to Arts Marketing, from Graphic Design to Games, striving to expand his eclectic expertise, and hoping each time that his next leap will be the leap home, to his out-of-his league wife and two extraordinary kids.

Hailing from Singapore (the greenest city in the world!), Yvonne joins our team and adds in an excellent creative eye. When she's not doing all things graphic design, drawing and illustration, you can often find Yvonne playing Final Fantasy 14, sculpting dolls or writing fictional tales.

Our resident reaper also loves spending time with her family and enjoying coffee shop delights!

Hailing from the often forgotten addendum to New York, Long Island, Bobby started his journey with us as 2025 began. His love for videogames and competition took him to the world of esports, competing professionally in Overwatch and holding many roles as a coach, producer, manager, and on-camera talent. Seeking new challenges, he joined the Tycoon Games team as a Sales and Support Associate, bringing his competitive edge to Sales and his on-camera personality to Support.

When not leading the charge, shield in hand, Bobby spends his time playing video games, board games, and D&D, spending time with his incredible wife and their spoiled cat, and organizing tournaments for his friends to duke it out on a variety of battlefields.

Venturing from the uncharted wilds of central Ohio, Shane wields the power of the elements in his quest to provide support to any in need! Traveling to the Granite State in search of further knowledge and training, he soon came to love the wonderful sights and people of the land, and now joins Tycoon Games as a Sales Support Associate in 2025.

With a love of discovering new things, Shane can be found doing something new every week! Whether it's exploring the lands of Azeroth and Eorzea, guiding his party as DM, esports commentary, arguing about power levels, playing pinball, or studying game design - it's only fitting that a master of the elements is so all over the place.

Welcome Jon, joining our adventuring party as an apprentice! Hailing from our great Granite State, Jon may not need to travel far, but he has to hone many skills to juggle the diversity and requests of his everyday. His passion for art, design,  and helping others is an excellent match for the position and will prove to be advantageous on this journey. 

When he's not heeding the call of the White Mountains to explore, camp, and hike, you can also find him designing fashion, illustrating or reading One Piece! 

A dedicated Illustrator and professional, Emme joins our team after years of experiences and travel: Between her birth state of Kansas, being raised in NH, venturing out to Georgia for college, and being welcomed back the Granite state once again! As one of our resident apprentices, Emme puts a multitude of skills to test across all departments of the organization on a daily basis. 

Skyrim, Bear & Breakfast, and Black Myth: Wukong are some of her favorite games to cozy up to in her spare time, but she also has a soft spot for supporting Indie game development as a gamer and an Illustrator. Emme can also be found spending time with her partner going fishing and cooking new recipes. 

Kai, a New England native, has called various places home, including Cleveland, OH, and Fort Worth, TX, which hold a special place in his heart. His diverse professional background includes work as a motorcycle mechanic and an MMA fighter specializing in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He's also a passionate car enthusiast, owning imported Japanese cars and spending considerable time drifting at the track and attending car shows. His musical talents are equally varied; he has been a vocalist or guitarist in various bands.

Beyond his professional and recreational pursuits, Kai is an avid collector, boasting an eclectic assortment of unique finds. His home is shared with beloved pets: Grumpy, a Himalayan cat; King Henry the 9th, a Pacman Frog; and Regal, a corn snake. Alongside his partner, Kai co-owns a tattoo shop in Nashua. He’s heavily tattooed and proudly showcases over 120 hours of intricate tattoo work.

Born and raised in the humble granite state, Aedan has a deep appreciation for his local roots and a strong desire to explore the world. His passion for travel has led him to three continents so far, with an ambitious goal to experience all seven. Aedan embraced solo travel through Europe by train the summer of '24. All his adventures are permanently marked by arcane tattoos across his arms.

In his leisure time, he enjoys a variety of activities that spark his creativity including, but not limited to, longboarding, playing board games and Dungeons and Dragons, listening to fantasy and sci-fi audiobooks, and engaging in creative video games such as Terraria, Minecraft, and Valheim.

Alice, a bookkeeper at Tycoon Games and a resident of Chester, NH, blends her love for gaming and art with a passion for anime. Her playful spirit shines through her affection for cute memes, such as the iconic dancing raccoon, which sometimes makes an appearance on her watch alongside scenes from her favorite shows like Apothecary Diaries and Frieren just to name a few.

Chris, a Somerville native, moved to New Hampshire at age 11. His passion for Dragon Ball Z sparked an interest in drawing and creating his own anime styled artwork. Chris is a music enthusiast who enjoys composing his own tunes, creating AI-generated videos, and editing compelling music videos. He also finds joy in filming and producing short movies. A Twitch Affiliate, he also enjoys live streaming as well. 

Beyond his creative pursuits, he dedicates time to assisting his parents with household projects and caring for their chickens and puppies. In his free time, Chris enjoys spending time with friends, going for walks, and playing video games. He's also a big fan of horror and classic gangster movies. Chris lives by the motto: "Always try to stay positive no matter what the situation is or whatever you are going through, things will always get better if you never give up!"

Born and raised in the great state of New Hampshire, Sarah joins our team as an apprentice! Growing up playing board games with family and friends, board games have become a huge part of her life. As a theatre major specializing in Stagehand and AV work, she uses her many skills to work helping out the organization while adding her own theatrical flair. After studying abroad in Japan, her desire to explore new places has never been stronger and she hopes to see even more of the world. When not with friends and family, Sarah can be found curled up with her cat Kori, playing horror games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill or watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Hetvi, a member of the finance team at Tycoon Games, is based in India and is known for her thoughtful and detail-focused approach to maintaining organized and stable financial systems. She thrives on working behind the scenes, skillfully bringing clarity and structure to complex information. Beyond her role, Hetvi is creatively inclined, with interests in cinematography and music. She is naturally curious, enjoying the exploration of new ideas, stories, cultures, and experiences that weave together creativity and meaning. This blend of interests makes the imaginative world of gaming a place she genuinely enjoys being a part of.

Based in the vibrant city of Kolkata, India, Dibakar is a seasoned creative force in the digital landscape with an impressive 20-year career spanning web design and development. A true specialist in his craft, he has achieved the remarkable feat of building more than 200 websites (50+ single handeldly) using powerful platforms like WordPress and Webflow. His extensive experience allows him to blend technical precision with artistic flair, ensuring every project he touches is both highly functional and visually compelling.

When he isn’t shaping the web, Dibakar is often found fuelling his diverse range of passions, from the immersive worlds of video games and cinema to the open road. An avid traveler and motorbike enthusiast, he documents his journeys through motovlogging, capturing the essence of exploration on two wheels. Looking ahead, he is channeling his creative energy toward a lifelong dream: developing his very own video game, a project that promises to unite his technical expertise with his love for interactive storytelling.

I lead e-commerce growth and performance across marketplaces, with a focus on building scalable strategies and driving sustainable revenue. With a strong understanding of consumer behavior and product positioning, I focus on translating insights into impactful business outcomes. I bring a proactive, ownership-driven approach to leading teams, optimizing operations, and navigating dynamic market environments.