Founder - Mike O'Connor

Michael O’Connor is the owner and founder of Cryptids and Paranormal Productions. He is the organizer of The 3rd annual Cryptids and Paranormal Conference. Michael has been a cryptid and paranormal enthusiast. Since 2005 Michael has gone on a dozen independent and BFRO (Bigfoot Research Organization) sponsored expeditions in thenortheast, from the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. When not out in the wild, looking for evidence of cryptid primate activity, Michael has taken part in paranormal investigations in the area’s numerous infamous locations of intrigue. Michael has been the lead singer of the rock group Mikell’s Plot for the past twenty-five years; he is also an accomplished Class A chess player. Michael has spoken at the NJ/PA UFO Study Group, which meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Robbinsville Public Library and welcomes all interested parties.

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