Founder & Co-Chair

Valerie is a lifelong jigsaw puzzler and began competing in the year 2000 shortly after moving to Duluth, Minnesota. She and her teammates were featured in the documentary Wicker Kittens, produced and edited by Valerie’s significant other Mike Scholtz. In 2014, she started the Duluth Puzzle Derby and is now eager to share her passion for puzzling on a much broader level.

Founder & Co-Chair

Aly grew up puzzling with her family every Iowa winter. However, she only puzzled for fun until 2017, when a friend commented on her speed and suggested a competition. After a few events with friends, they expanded to host events in bars as the Pacific Puzzlers. Her team (including Tammy!) placed sixth at the 2022 World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship.

Founder & Tech Guru

Tammy has been doing jigsaws for most of her life. After meeting some like-minded friends, she now enjoys competing in puzzle championships with them in Southern California and beyond. She currently holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to complete the GWR Hasbro Puzzle.

Founder & Treasurer

Faith has been doing jigsaw puzzles for over 40 years. Her fondest and oldest jigsaw puzzle memories are of doing old wooden jigsaws with her godmother and her family. She wants to share her love of puzzles and the positive attributes it brings to others. She currently lives in Decatur, GA with her husband and two daughters.