Dam designed and invented the original troll doll also known  as the "Good Luck Troll". He created the toy during a period of financial distress, and carved it from wood. Soon, the family had started up a new business and Dam earned enough to buy himself a small factory where the dolls were produced in plastic.
Dam, the creator of the original troll doll, also known as the "Good Luck Troll", created the toy during a period of financial hardship and carved it from wood.  He later established a new business with his family, which enabled him to purchase a factory where the dolls were manufactured in plastic.