Karolina Pelc

Karolina Pelc is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and author with over two decades in the iGaming industry. She began her career as a casino dealer, gaining firsthand insight into the gambling world before founding BeyondPlay, a multiplayer engagement technology company that was later acquired by FanDuel. Her journey from dealer to founder is a central narrative in her business memoir, Her Play: Make Your Own Luck, published in 2025.

Beyond her entrepreneurial success, Pelc is a sought-after keynote speaker and runs her own advisory practice, guiding founders through funding, scaling, and exit strategies. She draws on her extensive experience in the iGaming and technology sectors to help others navigate risk and opportunity.

Pelc is also an active investor, supporting early-stage companies in the gaming and tech spaces. Her work has been featured in major outlets, and she continues to be a prominent voice advocating for diversity and strategic leadership in the industry.