Who We Are
Puzzlit was founded by a passionate team of puzzle lovers, software engineers, and designers from Lehigh University, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Penn State. We are dedicated to creating a unique social puzzle platform that brings people together through daily challenges. With 13+ puzzle types and a growing community of players, Puzzlit is redefining how people connect over brain games.
Our Team
Matthew Hayden
Co-Founder, Business Development
A puzzle enthusiast and entrepreneur with a background in industrial engineering and finance, graduated from Lehigh University in 2023. Matthew has always been at the forefront of the puzzle atmosphere fostering a passion for problem solving and even creating puzzles for his family from a young age.
Evan Chen
Co-Founder, Business Development
A puzzle enthusiast and entrepreneur with a background in industrial engineering and finance, graduated from Lehigh University in 2023.
Christopher Banas
Co-Founder, Software Development
A software engineer graduate from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a focus on frontend web & mobile development. As a lifelong student of technology, Chris enjoys learning about anything software related and world history.
Patrick Curley
Co-Founder, Software Development
A software engineer graduate from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a focus on puzzle design.
Jack Catlett
Co-Founder, Branding
Artist/Designer with a background in Product Design and a recent graduate from Lehigh University.
Dominic Capaci
Software Development
A software engineer graduate from The Pennsylvania State University.
Credits
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has supported and contributed to the Puzzlit effort. This journey would not have been possible without your invaluable help and encouragement.
Beta Testers (Kickstarter Supporters)
- Trevor Belinsky
- Tracie Catlett
- Colin McMahon
- Matthew Wyatt
- Lauren Hayden
- Anthony Labruna
- Anita Chen
- Justin Gelwicks
- Ben Hodson-Walker
- Mark Catlett
- Will Catlett
- Eric Osterman
- Ethan Kozden
- Graham Schwartz
- Emily B
- Everette Taylor
- George Hayden
- Karen Hayden
- Stazja Stuccio
Special Thanks
- Joseph Wesselman: Development feedback
- Owen Fitzgerald: Puzzle support
Tabler
Thank you to Tabler for allowing us to use their open source icon library within this site and our app.
This is a living document. We will continue to update it to acknowledge everyone who has played a role in our ongoing journey.