Team
Ryan
Owner
While Ryan has been the owner of Lake Hickory Haunts for 13 years, he has served as Manager, Director of Operations, Actor’s Manager, Tech & Build… pretty much everything except concessions.
“My favorite thing about Lake Hickory Haunts is seeing customers, fans, and employees having a great time and enjoying themselves!”
Morgan
Box Office Manager
Morgan has been with Lake Hickory Haunts for 9 years serving as Ticket Booth Manager and currently as Director of Sales.
“My favorite thing about working at Lake Hickory Haunts is getting to see the customers leave with a smile on their face, knowing they were screaming for their lives just moments earlier!”
Allie
Lead Set Designer
Allie has been with Lake Hickory Haunts for 9 Years in management and creative roles including Actor, Actor Manager, Lead Makeup Artist, Lead Set Designer, and Lead Character Designer.
“My favorite thing is getting the opportunity to grow and expand in the field of haunting. It gave me the chance to get out of my comfort zone and try something new that I absolutely love and am truly passionate about.”
Brandon
Tech & Build Team Lead
Brandon has been a part of Lake Hickory Haunts for 5 years. He holds the important role of Tech & Build Team Lead.
“My favorite thing is creating and building immersive sets and then seeing all the hard work pay off as the customers go through with excitement/ being terrified.”
Gwyn
Customer Service Manager
Gwyn has been with us for 11 years serving in Security and Customer Service.
“My favorite thing about working here is interacting with all the wonderful customers before and after their visit to Lake Hickory Attractions.”
Susan
Monster Mart Manager
This year will be Susan’s 8th year with us. She has held roles such as Upper Midway Manager and Monster Mart Manager.
“I love interacting with the customers, especially when they ask questions about the haunt attractions! I’ll respond with answers like, “Our clowns make Pennywise look like a little girl.” Or, I’ll ask if they can run with the shoes they have on! Some of the looks and responses I get are hilarious!”
Mikyla
Social Media & Hiring Manager
Mikyla has been a team member at Lake Hickory Haunts for 5 years, serving many roles, such as: Actor, Assistant Attraction Leader, Social Media Manager, Hiring Manager, and Costume Management.
“My favorite thing about working at LHH is getting to challenge my creativity and evolve along with everyone else and the attractions themselves.”
Cody
Tech & Build Team
Cody has been a team member with us for 4 years now. During his time here, he has been an Actor and is currently part of the Tech & Build Team.
“My favorite part about working at Lake Hickory Haunts is building new attractions and just doing what I love to do and seeing the customer’s reactions of the new attractions.”
Taylor
Queue Line Manager
Taylor has been with Lake Hickory Haunts for 5 years, serving multiple roles, such as Queue Line Manager, Actor, and more.
“Seeing people come running and screaming out of the trail makes the prep and work so worth it. I also love working with such a diverse group of people whose one goal is to create the best experience for our customers.”
David
Build Team & Actor
David has been with us for 4 years now. He’s an Actor as well as a member of the Build Team.
“My favorite part about working at LHH is my coworkers because we’re like a family. I also enjoy the customer’s reactions while I’m scaring them.”
Joe
Actor Manager & Assistant Hiring Manager
Joe has been with us at Lake Hickory Haunts for 5 years serving roles such as Actor, Actor Manager, and Assistant Hiring Manager.
“I can’t really pick a favorite thing about working here. It’s the most wonderful place on earth and by far my favorite time of the year.”