John Graham

John Graham is an entrepreneur and angel investor based in San Francisco, California.3 He is the founder and COO of Elbow Grease Games45, a company he started after his previous successful venture.

Background and Education

John Graham attended Yale University, where he earned a BA in Economics from 2004 to 2008.3 He also participated in Y Combinator's W11 batch in 2011 with Humble Bundle.3

Professional Experience

Humble Bundle

Graham is best known as the co-founder and creator of Humble Bundle Inc.1 Humble Bundle revolutionized game distribution by offering downloadable collections ("bundles") of games sold for short periods at low prices.1 This model was embraced by publishers as a way to sell back-catalog games and raise interest in new titles. The "Humble Indie Bundles" had a significant impact on independent developers, getting their games into the hands of millions of users.1

Elbow Grease Games

After his success with Humble Bundle, John Graham founded Elbow Grease Games.45 While specific details about the company are limited, it appears to be a new venture in the gaming industry. Graham's experience and track record suggest that Elbow Grease Games may be focused on innovative approaches to game development or distribution.

Other Roles and Contributions

• Angel Investor: Graham is also active as an angel investor3, likely supporting other startups in the tech and gaming sectors.
• Advisor: He serves as an advisor for Torpor Games, a Berlin-based game development studio known for creating thought-provoking entertainment.2
• Indie Fund Member: Graham is associated with Indie Fund, an organization that supports independent game developers.1

John Graham's career demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation in the gaming industry, particularly in supporting independent developers and creating new business models for game distribution.