About Brainy Hearty
Welcome to Brainy Hearty, where board games meet passion, strategy, and a touch of heart! Founded by Ionah Hang Nguyen in early 2024, Brainy Hearty began as one person’s dream to create games that could do more than entertain—they could connect, challenge, and enrich the lives of players around the world.
How It All Started
Ionah’s journey started in Vietnam and led her to Seattle, armed with an MBA from Duke and a decade of experience in the tech and business worlds. But no matter where she went, one thing always held true: her love of board games. After countless game nights and a lot of “what if” brainstorming, she realized it was time to bring her vision to life. Thus, Brainy Hearty was born!
Our Mission
At Brainy Hearty, we’re here to craft experiences that entertain and spark new ideas. Games like Tech Race, our flagship title, reflect our goal of blending clever strategy with real-world inspiration. We’re all about games that make you think, laugh, and sometimes (okay, frequently) engage in some friendly competition.
From Solo Project to Dream Team
What started as a solo project has grown into an inclusive team of fellow board game enthusiasts who share the same vision: to make games that everyone can dive into, no matter their background or skill level. Our team spans different walks of life, skills, and quirky interests, but we’re united by one thing—our love for games that bring people together.
Ionah Nguyen
Game Creator
Oksana Mykytiuk
Game Artist & Illustrator
Jake Waller
Game Content Editor
Jackie
Marketing Manager
Phuong Anh Vu
Marketing Executive
Greta Bui
Graphic Designer
Maya
Kickstarter
Project Manager
Amelia Trinh
HR Manager
Hailey Nguyen
Marketing Supporter
Sam Nolton
Marketing Consultant
Katie Nguyen
Supply Chain Manager
Join Us on This Adventure
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just curious, you’re welcome at Brainy Hearty. Keep an eye out for us at conventions, tune in to our online play sessions, and follow along as we gear up for our big Kickstarter launch. With every new fan, review, and game night, we’re one step closer to bringing even more innovative, inclusive games to your table.
From our Brainy Hearty family to yours—thanks for being a part of our journey. Let’s make game night epic!
Contact us
Whether you’re a game creator with a brilliant concept, a distributor seeking exciting new products, or a potential partner looking to collaborate, we’re thrilled to connect with you.
Please fill out the form below with your details, and we’ll reach out to you promptly to explore how we can work together to bring exceptional games to enthusiasts worldwide.