KEITH EDWARDSCo-Founder & Chief Operating OfficerKeith is always the funniest guy in the room. The intuition, cultural awareness, and charm that make him a great comedian also make him a great leader. His wit is the backbone of our creative energy.
Keith oversees all operational functions for Puzzol Creative's portfolio companies, is on Lead Team, is Head of the Research and Development team, Head of Game Design, consults, and is a part of the writing teams. Myers-Briggs Type: ESFP ("Entertainer") Enneagram: 7 Creative Projects Worked On: Mayflower, What's In the Box, Parallax, Carnival Asylum, Mayflower II, Memphis, Atlas 8, Shadow Manor, Parallax +, Lost Pyramid, Locker Room, Magician's Code, Jesters Revenge, HEROES, City Escape Game, Miss10n Everest, Miss10n Unmasked, Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Pirates Mark, Wonderland, The Gambler, Buried, 12 Print and Plays, Mayflower SAGA, Holiday Lights, Naughty or Nice, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, Miss10n Mayflower, The Jurassic Project,Sweet Lou’s Great Candy Caper, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
MALLORY LYNCHCo-Founder & Chief People OfficerThere isn't a conversation Mallory doesn't know how to handle. Whether addressing a difficult customer issue, encouraging staff members, or working through an important negotiation, she always makes human interaction seem like an art form.
Mallory oversees all HR and Admin functions for Puzzol Creative's portfolio companies, is on Lead Team, is the lead project manager, consults and is a part of our writing team. Myers-Briggs Type: ESFJ ("Consul") Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: Mayflower, What's In the Box, Parallax, Carnival Asylum, Mayflower II, Memphis, Atlas 8, Shadow Manor, Parallax +, Lost Pyramid, Locker Room, Magician's Code, Jesters Revenge, HEROES, City Escape Game, Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Pirates Mark, Wonderland,12 Print and Plays, Holiday Lights, Naughty or Nice, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, The Jurassic Project, Sweet Lou’s Great Candy Caper, Lost Souls, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
STEPHEN LYNCHCo-Founder & Chief Technology OfficerStephen has never met a problem that a spreadsheet or a line of code couldn't fix. His relentless appetite for information and improvement constantly push us to try new things and get better.
Stephen oversees all financial functions for Puzzol Creative's portfolio companies, consults, is our Chief Software Developer, is on Lead Team, and is Head of the Research and Development team. He is also a part of the writing, digital, build and special effects team. Myers Briggs Type: INTJ ("Architect") Enneagram: 5 Creative Projects Worked On: Mayflower, What's In the Box, Parallax, Carnival Asylum, Mayflower II, Memphis, Atlas 8, Shadow Manor, Parallax +, Lost Pyramid, Locker Room, Magician's Code, Jesters Revenge, HEROES, City Escape Game, Miss10n Everest, Miss10n Unmasked, Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Pirates Mark, Wonderland, The Gambler, Buried, 12 Print and Plays, Mayflower SAGA, Holiday Lights, Naughty or Nice, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, Miss10n Mayflower, The Jurassic Project, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
HEATHER FJORDTech Team - Game Development ManagerHeather is an avid game player and expert strategist. She is a Ravenclaw, a fencing champion and a brilliant puzzle writer. Her creativity plus drive for perfection help to create excellent experiences as well as a fun training culture that honors excellence.
Heather serves on Lead Team, our Research and Development Team and brings games to life with 0s and 1s as a game programmer. She consults and is part of the writing team and software development team for our experiences. Myers Briggs Type: ENFJ ("Protagonist") Enneagram: 1 Creative Projects Worked On: HEROES, City Escape Game, Miss10n Everest, Miss10n Unmasked, Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Pirates Mark, Wonderland, The Gambler, Buried, 12 Print and Plays, Mayflower SAGA, Holiday Lights, Naughty or Nice, UTHSC SAGA, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, 90s Nostalgia, Sasquatch, Miss10n Mayflower, The Jurassic Project, Sweet Lou’s Great Candy Caper, Lost Souls, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
BRIANNA BERGTech Team- Low Voltage ManagerBrianna is the perfect embodiment of the phrase "where there is a will, there is a way". She excels at seeing things from start to finish, utilizing her low voltage expertise and eye for detail, to push our team to constantly create fresh wow moments for customers.
Brianna is on Lead Team, the Research and Development Team and oversees all new tech project installations across Puzzol Creative Companies. Brianna consults and is a part of our writing team. Myers Briggs Type: ISFJ "Defender" Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: HEROES, City Escape Game, Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Pirates Mark, Wonderland, The Gambler, Buried, Holiday Lights, Naughty or Nice, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, 90s Nostalgia, Sasquatch, The Jurassic Project, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
HANNAH TOWNSLEYThe Escape Room- Marketing ManagerHannah works hard to ensure our customers are in the know and are taken care of when they step foot in our doors. She has a passion for helping people step out of their comfort zone and try new things and she excels at getting the word out on the awesome experiences we provide. Check her out on our TikTok!
Hannah manages our corporate clientele relationships, social media, marketing and loyalty programs for all of our portfolio companies. She also consults. Myers Briggs Type: ENFJ "Protagonist" Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: TikTok launch, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
ALEXANDER DROWNTech Team- Digital and Special Effects ManagerA true "Jack of all trades," Alexander excels at anything he puts his mind to and enjoys solving unique and complex challenges. He uses his experience in videography, producing, and directing combined with his love of the games to ensure everything behind the scenes comes together to wow our guests.
Alexander manages digital assets, assists with production tech installs, and upkeeps experiences at all Puzzol Creative portfolio companies. He is on Lead Team, the Research and Development team, consults and is a part of our game writing team. Myers Briggs Type: INTJ "Architect" Enneagram: 5 Creative Projects Worked On: Wonderland, Holiday Lights, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, Miss10n Mayflower, The Jurassic Project, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
MADDY CHAPMANTech Team- Lighting and Design SpecialistMaddy is passionate about bringing people together in environments that cater to personal growth. Often fueled by her faith and enthusiasm, she combines that passion with her love of games and attention to detail to ensure guests and staff have great experiences. Maddy is resourceful and uses grit and creativity to bring props and projects to life.
Maddy is on the Research and Development team, assists with new project installations with tech, systems, and art, consults and is a part of the writing team. Myers Briggs Type: INTJ "Architect" Enneagram: 1 Creative Projects Worked On: Naughty or Nice, Shipwreck Cove, Wonderland, Holiday Lights, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, Miss10n Mayflower, The Jurassic Project, Lost Souls, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
BELLA CHAPMANArt Team- Scenic Design ArtistMost can see Bella's artistic flair in her sense of fashion, or when she is playing bass on stage, but her artistry also is evident in many of our Puzzol Creative experiences. Bella is queen of the details and whether it's in painting new experiences or while hosting customers, she makes sure everything is perfect for our guests.
Bella is on the Research and Development Team, supports production of new experiences of all Puzzol Creative portfolio companies. Meyers Briggs: INFJ "Advocate" Enneagram: 4 Creative Projects Worked On: Wonderland, Dinner Date Disaster, East End Express Good Guy, East End Express Bad Guy, High Noon, Shadow Manor Reboot, Merry Movie Christmas, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot, One Night in the 90s, The Jurassic Project, Amuse The Adventure Museum |
CHLOE ABERNATHYThe Escape Room- Florence Location CoordinatorA social work major at University of North Alabama, Chloe loves to help people anyway she can. She thrives in creating a welcoming culture for her team and guests. Chloe is detail oriented and able to keep our rooms and staff on par with our high standards.
Chloe manages the staff and the 4 rooms at The Escape Room- Florence Alabama location. Meyers Briggs Type: INFP "Mediator" Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: Espionage, Biohazard Bunker, Fairy Tale Frenzy, Atlas 8 Reboot |
IAN BISHOPBuild Team- Finish CarpentryIan never misses an opportunity to land a perfectly timed joke and is an avid movie buff. His unique perspective and logical thinking add a creative element to his carpentry work.
Ian supports carpentry production of new experiences on the Research and Development team and helps maintain existing ones for Puzzol Creative companies. Meyers Briggs Type: INFJ "Advocate" Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: Amuse The Adventure Museum |
JUSTIN COLEBuild Team- CNC / CarpentryAn outdoorsman at heart, Justin is able to combine his woodworking abilities and structural engineering mind to create projects that meet extremely difficult criteria. He is a problem solver and can research his way out of any tough spot.
Justin is on the Research and Development team, supports all of Puzzol Creative projects through expert design, woodworking and carpentry skills. Meyers Briggs Type: INFJ "Advocate" Enneagram: 5 Creative Projects Worked On: Amuse The Adventure Museum |
MADISON FUNKBuild Team- Rough CarpentryA lover of escape room and immersive experiences, Madison is committed to building excellent props for guests to enjoy. She is an excellent framer and willing to dive into any creative and wild project we put in front of her.
Madison supports all projects of Puzzol Creative through wood working, framing for structures and an eye for detail. Meyers Briggs Type: INFP "Mediator" Enneagram: 2 Creative Projects Worked On: Amuse The Adventure Museum |
COURTNEY VAN WALLENDAELArt Team- Ninja SpecialistCourtney appreciates the whimsical, is obsessed with all things Disney, has an eye for detail and knows how to work hard to bring the imaginative ideas we have to life. She has a myriad of skills that include hosting tea parties, being a ninja on scaffolding, sewing, and baking (to name a few).
Courtney supports our Research and Development team with new project installations. Meyers Briggs Type: ISTJ "Inspector" Enneagram: 9 Creative Projects Worked On: Amuse The Adventure Museum |
CARA KONDZIELAThe Escape Room- Downtown Location ManagerCara loves to bake, spend time with her dogs, enjoys escape rooms and has been a part of our team for 5 years. She strives to create excellent experiences for customers and a fun culture for the team to thrive in.
Cara manages the rooms, staff and guest experiences at our Downtown location with 4 rooms. Meyers Briggs Type: ENFP "Campaigner" Enneagram: 8 Creative Projects Worked On: Shipwreck Cove |
TYLER NORTONThe Escape Room- East Memphis Location ManagerAn avid gamer, escape room enthusiast, and all around nice guy, Tyler's goal is to provide guests and staff with an experience he himself would enjoy. He enjoys showcasing the unique rooms we have here in Memphis and our high level of customer service.
Tyler runs our flagship store in East Memphis with 7 escape rooms. Meyers Briggs Type: ESTP "Entrepreneur" Enneagram: 8 Creative Projects Worked On: Merry Movie Christmas |