Our mission is to unite people through unforgettable gameplay experiences.
About Us
Our experiences tell us that the best games accomplish many objectives: they alleviate loneliness, forge deeper connections, build character, foster community, challenge the mind, and engage the imagination.
Arena Games was founded on the premise that the more connected we are, the less lonely we will feel. Though there are many ways to connect, few offer the extensive benefits of games. As such, our mission is to unite people and create lasting memories through unforgettable gameplay experiences.
Our Team
Bennett Hayes
Position: Assistant Game Designer/Videographer
Education: The College of William and Mary - Film and Media Major
Profession: Co-Owner, Celestra Productions LLC, Los Angeles, CA
Preferred Game Type: Euro Games
Treasured Game Memory: In high school, Bennett designed and tested board games at lunch and during free periods, sparking a love of games in many of his friends and classmates.
Carly Hayes
Position: Graphic Designer
Education: James Madison University - Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Profession: Freelance Graphic Designer
Preferred Game Type: Cooperative and Party Games
Treasured Game Memory: Game nights with friends and family that include lots of silliness and laughing.
Tommy Hentges
Position: Assistant Game Designer
Education: United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Profession: Ensign, United States Navy
Preferred Game Type: Combat, Area Control, and Abstract Strategy Games
Treasured Game Memory: Introducing friends to the vast array of new worlds and intricately-crafted stories that make up board games, then seeing them discover a newfound excitement for the board game hobby has created some great memories for Tommy.
Josh Hanna
Position: Assistant Game Designer
Education: United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering; Naval Postgraduate School - Masters in Mechanical Engineering; Naval Power School - Nuclear Power Certificate
Profession: Submariner, Ensign, United States Navy
Preferred Game Type: Cooperative and Party Games
Treasured Game Memory: Josh makes a new favorite memory every holiday when he reconnects with family and friends through epic board game contests.
Karen Wade Hayes
Position: Director, Marketing & Sales
Education: The College of William and Mary
Profession: Freelance Writer
Preferred Game Type: Word Games
Treasured Game Memory: Karen loves to play fast-paced card and board games with her family on vacations.