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Dane Chapin shares the incredible story behind building The Op Games into a powerhouse of fun, connection, and creativity. From humble beginnings creating city-specific Monopoly editions with his sisters, to partnering with Disney, Warner Bros., The Beatles, NFL, NBA, and Game of Thrones, Dane reveals how he turned board games into a global business built on joy, laughter, and human connection.

He also opens up about the challenges and lessons from his other ventures — including Bindle Bottle, Zephyr Partners, and Made Here Brands (co-founded with actor Scott Eastwood). Dane’s insights into entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation make this one of the most inspiring founder stories you’ll hear all year.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Dane turned Monopoly into a massive licensing opportunity

• The secrets behind creating best-selling games like Telestrations, Blank Slate, and Tap

• Why physical connection matters more than ever in a digital world

• Lessons from failing forward and bouncing back stronger

• What’s next for The Op and the future of family entertainment

Connect with Dane Chapin:

🌐 Website: https://theop.games/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dane-chapin-8b76399/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theopgames

Mentioned in this episode:

• Bindle Bottle (Former company — patent still owned)

• Made Here Brands (Founded with Scott Eastwood)

• Zephyr Partners

• Zahn Innovation Program at San Diego State University

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