Key Hires Include Industry Veterans from “Fortnite” Developer Epic Games, and Emmy Award Winning Animation Studio Floyd County Productions
SALT LAKE CITY – TruGolf, the nation’s leading virtual golf company and developer of E6 CONNECT software, today announced its latest key executive hires, which include a new chief financial officer, technical art experts from the “Fortnite” video game developer, Epic Games, and multiple Emmy Award-winning animation studio, Floyd County Productions.
The company’s new hires include:
Brandon Campos, Technical Art Lead – With over 16 years in game development, Campos stands out as a seasoned technical artist. In his 14 years at Epic Games, he played a pivotal role in designing high-profile characters for the globally acclaimed game, “Fortnite.” He also made significant contributions to other renowned titles such as “Shadow Complex,” the “Infinity Blade” series, “Battle Breakers,” and “SpyJinx.” His expertise in visual and creative artistry has driven the successful completion of numerous intricate technical projects.
Joshua Grubbs, Environment Art Lead – A dedicated 3D artist with an extensive background spanning a variety of roles, Grubbs is a proven team leader. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in crafting and managing 3D environments in the TV and film industry, with credits in a variety of roles, including the Emmy Award winning television series, “Archer,” and a lead 3D artist role on “America the Motion Picture,” a wild revisionist retelling of the American Revolution starring Channing Tatum as George Washington. Grubbs also boasts a Virtual Production Artist credit on the Emmy Award winning show, “Love and Respect with Killer Mike.”
Lindsay Jones, Chief Financial Officer – A Certified Public Accountant, Jones brings extensive experience developing and driving robust financial strategies, functions, and operations in diverse and rapidly evolving environments. Prior to joining the TruGolf Board, he has served as the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of a pharmacy data analytics SaaS company with annual recurring revenue growth of over 425%. He was also a consultant and outsourced Chief Financial Officer serving clients in the SaaS, manufacturing, and retail services industries. He was a founder and Chief Financial Officer of a contract packaging specializing in flexible spouted pouch and tear top technology. He founded and scaled two startup companies (a bank $500 million in total assets and a food grade manufacturer serving national companies such as NuSkin, PepsiCo and Tree Top), owned his own business, created business models and presented to investors, bankers, and regulators; and closed over $500 million in public and private equity, public debt and institutional debt. He serves on the board of directors for two startup companies in Utah.
For more information on TruGolf, visit www.trugolf.com.
About TruGolf Simulators
Since 1983, TruGolf has been passionate about driving the golf industry with innovative indoor golf solutions. We build products that capture the spirit of golf. Our mission is to help grow the game by making it more Available, Approachable, and Affordable through technology – because we believe Golf is for Everyone.
Our team has built award-winning video games (“Links”), innovative hardware solutions, and an all-new e-sports platform to connect golfers around the world with E6 CONNECT, the brand’s industry-leading software. Since TruGolf’s beginning, we have continued to define and redefine what is possible with golf technology.
In addition to offering a variety of custom, professional, and portable golf simulators, TruGolf’s latest launch monitor, APOGEE, is the most accurate and easiest to use launch monitor available. Features include its unique APOGEE Voice Assistant, a Voice Command System that allows users to navigate their E6 CONNECT gameplay within rounds and practice sessions; Laser Launchpad, a laser indicator that shows users where to place the ball and when the system is ready to record a swing; and the Point-of-Impact (POI) slow-motion replay video.
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