Project Director

Kat is an event security and safety specialist from Oregon with 35+ years in the security industry. She has a bachelors degree in social sciences and an associates degree in psychology, and manages security for Genesis and Rise N' Grind. Outside of Smash, she is a mom of 4 on the spectrum and enjoys playing Stardew Valley in her free time.

Project Administrator

Wulfric is an event organizer and TCG judge with 10 years of experience within the Smash scene. Wulfric started Team Thorne and helps manage event operations. Outside of its work with smash, Wulfric sells trading cards and is an avid gardener.

Director of Technology, Project Administrator 

Ritual is an esports commentator across various platform fighters from New England. She also serves as an esports event consultant and project manager, specializing in event operations. Outside of going 0-2 as a competitor, Ritual is currently studying to get her Masters in education. She likes writing poetry, stargazing, and Ultimate Frisbee. 

Policy Development and Technology Administrator

Pteryx is a former support panel leader and event organizer in Washington state. He specializes in management, resources, technology, and data. He is a programmer and technical producer in the game industry, and now uses his professional knowledge to develop tools and advise esports communities. In his free time, he loves to play competitive games and train birds of prey as a licensed master falconer. 

Policy Development and Outreach Team 

Emerae is an esports event consultant from Texas, specializing in both event management and event security. Her focus is on on-site crisis management and the implementation of event safety frameworks. Emerae currently manages security and safety for Genesis, Collision, Rise N' Grind, and Wavelength. She's also an avid fan of Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike, League of Legends, Bloons TD 6, and the game in which she competes: Guilty Gear Strive.