Karolina Pelc is a widely recognized entrepreneur, investor, storyteller, and thought leader in the gaming and tech industries. Named a Top Startup Development Voice in 2023 by LinkedIn, she is the Founder and former CEO of BeyondPlay, a B2B gaming software company that secured €7M+ in funding before its landmark acquisition by FanDuel in 2024—one of the fastest exits in the industry, cementing her reputation as a visionary leader and strategic innovator.

With over 20 years in the real-money gaming industry, Karolina has held leadership roles at LeoVegas Group (MGM) and Betsson Group and consulted for major brands like SG Digital, William Hill, and Hard Rock Online. She also served on the Board of Directors for the Nasdaq-listed Gaming Innovation Group.

Her influence is widely recognized, with features in Business Insider and ABC News, and accolades such as being named one of the Top 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders in Gaming. Highlights of her journey include pitching at TechCrunch Startup Battlefield, attending Richard Branson’s Leadership Summit on Necker Island, and earning multiple industry award nominations.