As the Chief of Staff, Amy plays an integral role in supporting executive leadership through project management and problem-solving partnership. With her experiences on the gaming floor paired with her tenure as Human Resources (HR) leader, Amy brings a unique vantage point in serving all levels of leadership in the organization through strategic collaboration and consultation.

Prior to joining Knighted in 2013, Amy worked as an educator while completing her Master’s degree in Public Health Education at Loma Linda University. Amy started her career with Knighted with the intention to eventually transfer to work in the healthcare industry to follow her passion to help others through service and education. After taking on a Human Resources position with Knighted, obtaining her certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR), and working her way through leadership roles in HR, Amy has found new opportunities to realign her passions and interests within Knighted.

Candice guides Knighted's Human Resources programs and organizational strategy in the areas of policy, compliance, employee relations, and talent. Since joining Knighted in 2013, she has helped drive and sustain the company's growth through hiring and cultivating leaders, partnering with executive management on business needs assessment and infrastructure development. Candice brings over 15 years of talent management, leadership, and organizational development experience, and has supported global business leaders such as Deloitte and Northrop Grumman in the aerospace, finance, and consulting industries.

Candice obtained a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley. She's passionate about coaching, mentorship, inclusive leadership, culture championship, and leads with a purpose to help people and organizations grow in the direction of their aspirations.

Connie is a Senior Regional Manager for Knighted’s operations in Southern California. She brings over 20 years of experience in the industry and has worked in 12 different card rooms ranging from a 2-table operation to an enterprise of over 100 tables. Prior to joining Knighted in 2012, Connie built a reputation in her early years with Network Management Group as one of the most knowledgeable and skillful Pai Gow Tiles Proposition Players in the state. Her technical ability in all the casino games combined with her work ethic have made her one of the most formidable leaders in the company.

A fun fact about Connie, she received the nickname ‘Champ’ after winning the California Gaming Association charity poker tournament--No small feat considering California has some of the biggest poker rooms in the world!

George is a Senior Manager in Operations and brings over 20 years of experience in the cardroom industry. Prior to joining Knighted, George worked for Network Management Group, which was the company that professionalized the Third-Party Proposition Player Services industry. George's early success in the industry was due to his propensity for catching scams and he pioneered many security procedures used in the industry today. Under Knighted, he oversees key areas of the Southern California Operations as well as bringing his industry knowledge to help other departments understand and succeed within the cardroom culture.

As Vice President of Development, Isaac oversees Knighted’s development architecture. He entered the industry 10 years ago and worked for the greater part of the decade in operations management, both in Third-Party Gaming and as a Casino Manager and General Manager of cardrooms.

Before entering the industry, Isaac worked for Silicon Valley startups primarily in project management. His blend of startup mentality and gaming experience, along with a passion for learning, has helped fuel an expanding framework of career resources available to team members. In addition to employee training, Isaac continues to be a critical contributor to the organization’s new hire recruitment and onboarding, performance management, and leadership development efforts. He has an Executive MBA from Pepperdine Graziadio.

Jieho Lee is a founding member of Knighted Ventures and has served as Co-Managing Partner since 2012. Prior to Knighted, Jieho oversaw business development and marketing for the Asia territories at POM Wonderful. Jieho also served as general partner at Blue Horizon Capital, where he co-led an investment strategy team focusing on acquisitions in the business information sector. Previously, Jieho pursued a career in the entertainment field: writing and directing commercials for clients such as Ralph Lauren, Victoria’s Secret and Tommy Hilfiger. He wrote and directed the feature film “The Air I Breathe” (starring Forest Whitaker, Andy Garcia, Brendan Fraser, Kevin Bacon and Sarah Michelle Gellar) and oversaw development of projects for Lionsgate Films and Circle of Confusion. Jieho also worked as a classical music producer with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Isaac Stern and Sarah Chang. He produced a top-selling aria album with soprano Sumi Jo, that received the South Korean presidential award for excellence by president Kim Young-Sam. Jieho received a bachelor’s degree in cinema studies at Wesleyan University, and an MBA from Harvard Business School. He is a member of YPO, Beverly Hills, and resides there with his wife, Korean film actress Min Kim, and their daughter, Shaye. Jieho is a 2018 Henry Crown Fellow of the Aspen Institute and a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.

JP plays a large role in Knighted’s company strategy, drives its internal control infrastructure, and serves as the primary statistical analysis consultant for the executive team. As Chief Strategy Officer, he drives the design and management of the organization’s asset protection, gaming compliance, and results tracking systems and processes. Additional areas of influence and contribution for JP include performance management, and compensation and rewards.

JP got his start in the industry when his passion for statistics led him to join Network Management Group in 2006. Throughout his career, he has worked in various capacities in over 30 casinos and cardrooms ranging from Gaming Associate to Operations Supervisor to Head of Internal Control. He completed a Bachelor of Arts in Statistics with a minor in Economics, and is currently pursuing his MBA, both from the University of California, Berkeley.

With over 20 years of cardroom experience in both the Third-Party Proposition Player Services and cardroom management, Peter provides invaluable perspectives to help Knighted deliver unmatched service for our Cardroom Clientele. As a Senior Regional Manager, Peter works closely with the Knighted’s Operations teams in the Bay Area, Central Valley, and Sacramento regions to ensure that we provide the best work environment and culture for our future leaders. Peter’s industry experiences include work that has taken him across the state of California and across the country to Florida.

As Vice President of Operations in California, Quynh is responsible for running many facets of our intricate enterprise. Prior to joining the Knighted family, Quynh spent over a decade in the industry as a senior manager at Network Management Group, as well as other TPPPPS groups. He has overseen operations of over 15 major California card clubs and has been crucial to accelerating Knighted into an industry powerhouse.

Quynh attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he majored in Molecular and Cell Biology. Once Quynh discovered the gaming industry, he has since devoted his life’s work to the development of our staff and business, providing growth opportunities for our clients and team members alike.

Roy oversees the Knighted companies and leads all investment activities. Knighted’s major projects in its portfolio include Knighted Gaming, Allied Esports, PM Studios, Bay Area Panthers, Neer Motion, GameKnight, and Champions Club. Previously, Roy was a co-founder of NetworkM, the largest player services company in the California gaming industry.

In his nonprofit work, Roy is Founder and Chairman of Children in Harmony’s Amani Project, a nonprofit aimed at building gender equity and empathy in developing communities through music & emotional intelligence education. Roy is also Executive Producer of Kollaboration, an award-winning nationwide nonprofit showcasing emerging Asian Pacific artists and performers. Kollaboration was founded in 2000 and is now in 15 cities across North America. Roy additionally serves on the Board of Trustees for the Southern California Institute of Architecture.

Roy holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and an MBA from London Business School, as well as a BA in Cinema from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts.

Susanna leads Knighted’s organization development function, a far reaching role that integrates many business spheres across the company. Her primary areas of focus include human capital strategy, leadership development, change management, organization design, and departmental alignment. Prior to taking on this role, she led the HR and recruiting team and served as the organization’s primary advisor regarding HR compliance and employee relations.

Susanna joined Knighted in 2013, prior to which she worked in Alumni Relations at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. She graduated from Stanford University with a degree in International Relations and has a Master’s in HR Management from the University of Southern California.

As the Director of Development for Knighted’s Florida operations and with over 35 years of management experience, Erin oversees all training and development processes, including the New Hire Experience, associate gaming development metrics, personal and professional leadership development, and team succession planning.

Erin’s career with Knighted started in 2015 on the gaming floor as an associate in Jacksonville, Florida. Erin worked her way through many leadership roles in Knighted’s North Florida operations, eventually being appointed to the Director of Development in September of 2021. Before her work in the gaming industry, Erin retired from public service in Michigan, where she worked both in the law enforcement and judicial courts. Prior to that, Erin worked for ACC’s General Motors NAO Transportation Fleet in Flint, Michigan, and was responsible for oversight of employee records, safety, payroll, customer billing and served as the management liaison to UAW Local 659. She also served as Executive Assistant and Secretary to the Board of Directors at Grace Hospital, The Detroit Medical Center, and Rochester Community Schools Foundation.

Erin lives in Palm Coast with her husband of 35 years, Mario. They are loving parents of four adult children and have 13 grandchildren. They share their passion for community, volunteer, mentorship, and philanthropic interests.

Jason joined Knighted Gaming in 2015, and currently serves as Florida’s Director of Cardroom Operations. He oversees management and facilitation of designated player services throughout all cardrooms in Florida. Prior to his work in the gaming industry, Jason managed numerous locations of a national retail chain. This included build-out, recruitment, onboarding, and development for several hundred employees. Jason’s previous experience also includes management of large parking facilities in Florida. Jason’s experience in management of customer-oriented and demanding operations has culminated in a keen sense of customer needs in the gaming industry. He most enjoys building strong relationships with card room and casino personnel to maximize efficiencies. Jason holds a business degree from the University of Florida.

Nerissa joined Knighted in 2021 to lead the Human Resources team in Florida. As HR Manager, she collaborates with all levels of the organization in various areas, including recruiting, payroll and employee engagement. She brings over eight years of HR experience from the sports industry where she supported executive leaders, led employee resource groups, developed global policies and strategies spanning seven countries, and helped to bolster diversity and inclusion education opportunities for employees. She aims to create a smooth employment experience for associates by ensuring they have the tools and resources they need.

Nerissa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Juris Doctor from the University of Florida.

As Vice President of Operations in Florida, Zach is responsible for helping to guide the overall structure and growth of Knighted's Florida operation. Zach collaborates with all departments and works closely with Senior Leadership to ensure a service-first approach to all of our employees and clients while pursuing an efficient and innovative operation. He brings 9 years of industry experience, having worked in varying capacities - from Gaming Associate to Trainer to Operations Manager - in over 20 card rooms and casinos throughout California and Florida.

Zach graduated with honors with a degree in English Literature from SUNY Oneonta.