Mahjong Enthusiast to Entrepreneur: Megan Trottier of Oh My Mahjong

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Megan Trottier, founder of Oh My Mahjong, to talk about how she turned her love for mahjong into a thriving business. Megan shares how she started the business in her garage, her passion for creating beautiful and stylish mahjong accessories, and how her business has helped fuel the growing popularity of the game. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, Megan shares insights on how to learn mahjong quickly and why it’s the perfect social game for women.

Episode at a Glance:

• What is Mahjong? A brief introduction to the game and its history.
• How to Learn the Game Quickly: Megan’s tips for making the learning process fun and easy.
• The Birth of Oh My Mahjong: How Megan started her business in her garage and quickly scaled it into a successful brand.
• Designing Beautiful Accessories: How Oh My Mahjong transformed mahjong from a bland game into a beautiful, social experience.
• Social Aspects of the Game: The rise of mahjong cruises, small-group gatherings, and fundraising events.
• Is it a Game of Skill or Chance? A discussion on strategy and game variations.

Who is Megan Trottier? 

Megan’s love for mahjong started in college, but it wasn’t until the pandemic that she truly immersed herself in the game. She saw mahjong as a way to bring people together, and her passion inspired her to create a product line that honored the game’s rich heritage. Megan started in her garage, handling every aspect of the business—from packing orders to designing new products. In just one year, Oh My Mahjong earned coveted places in Neiman Marcus and Tuckernuck and is now sold in 800 stores nationwide with a dedicated team to support the business. Megan and her team are passionate about empowering women to succeed in business through their new Mahji Mentors teaching program. Their goal is to equip women with the skills to run their own successful businesses.

Resources & Links:

• Shop Oh My Mahjong– Use code FAMILYSAVVY for 10% off your purchase!
• Follow them on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
• Learn how to play: Recommended books & courses
• Find a Mahjong Teacher Near You

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