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Erik Garland retired in 2023 from his tenure as Chief Information Officer for a small healthcare group in Kentucky. A professional firearms instructor and ARMY veteran, he carefully concealed a secret identity as a lifelong enthusiast of comic books, fantasy and science fiction media, and table-top role playing games.

With his wife, Heidi, Erik has co-authored 9 adventure modules, is the co-creator of Dragon Derby: The Sport of Wizards, co-owner of GAXLAND, co-founder of EGG Con and the E.Gary Gygax Memorial Scholarship, devoted husband and full-time dad to two daughters, Amelie and Zoe. Dog Thor (a 127 lb Meth Lab/Great Pyrenees), Dog Hades (16 lbs of demanding manipulative teddybear) and Mittens the cat also deserve (no, they demanded) to be mentioned.

Retired indeed!?!

Jon Elinsky — or IndianaJon, as gamers know him — brings over 40 years of gaming experience as a player, GM, teacher, and all-around champion of immersive play. He thrives in event planning and production, having worked with conventions such as Philadelphia Area Gaming Expo, PAX Unplugged, MEPAcon, and GaryCon. Jon is also the proud owner of KaliberXperiences, a gaming and events entertainment company dedicated to crafting memorable, engaging experiences. As a Chaotic Good Paladin, whether he’s guiding adventurers, running a show, or brandishing his rapierlike wit, Jon is always ready to take Legendary Actions.

Zane McGowan is a Philadelphia native. He is retired from the PA Army National Guard after 22 years of service. He currently has over 20 years of service with the Pennsylvania Parole Field Services. As he prepares for retirement from the state Zane has begun to take part in gaming convention operations. He has 3 years with Too Many Games, 2 years with Philadelphia Area Gaming Expo, and 1 year with PAX Unplugged. Zane's background lends itself to his current position with EGGCON.

Timothy M. Mullen is a Philadelphia native. Recently retired from the PA Army National Guard after 24 years. Current Registered Nurse. Also, a 30+ year veteran of D&D in a friend group since the late 80's.

Richard Schoell is a Philadelphia native working for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania under the LIHEAP program. He is an avid gamer across video, board, and TTRPGs, with over 30 years’ experience as both player and GM in a multitude of TTRPGs and editions of Dungeons & Dragons. He has only recently gotten into the convention scene as well as working in 2024/2025 as a GM at PAX Unplugged and Philadelphia Area Gaming Expo.