Mike Fricker has extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently serving as the Lead Technical Director at Epic Games since July 2007. Within Epic Games, Mike Fricker has progressed through various roles, including Technical Director, Lead Programmer, and Senior Engine Programmer. Prior to joining Epic Games, Mike Fricker worked at Turbine, Inc. from November 1999 to June 2007, where responsibilities included Principal Engineer (Graphics) and Senior Engineer (Graphics). Mike Fricker pursued education at Saint Mary's University from 1997 to 1998.