Gary Winnick

Gary Winnick is a well-known figure in the video game industry, particularly for his role as a co-founder of LucasArts Entertainment Company (formerly Lucasfilm Games) along with George Lucas. LucasArts was responsible for creating many iconic video games, including the "Monkey Island" series, "Maniac Mansion", and "Grim Fandango".

Winnick served as the lead artist on several LucasArts games, contributing to their distinct visual style and storytelling. His work on "The Secret of Monkey Island" and its sequel "Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge" helped establish those games as beloved classics in the adventure gaming genre.

In addition to his contributions to LucasArts, Winnick has been involved in other ventures, including co-founding the telecommunications company Global Crossing.