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02 · The guest
Paris Smith
Former CEO, Pinnacle
Paris Smith began her Hall of Fame gaming career in 1995 with WWTS. In 2006, she joined Pinnacle, helping transition the business toward Asian and European markets. She then restructured Pinnacle into a B2C bookmaking leader, pioneering initiatives like accepting the first esports bets in 2010. With unmatched industry expertise, Paris now serves as an advisor and consultant, leveraging her passion and experience to guide others through Life Winning and Defy the Odds.
Follow Paris on LinkedIn →03 · Inside this episode
Moments worth queuing up
In his own words
“I love crunch time. Three seconds left, down by two—I want the ball. That's how I approach leadership.”
“You can't thrive in iGaming if you're not listening, learning, and evolving. Stagnation isn't anoption in this industry.”
“Resilience isn't about avoiding challenges—it's about knowing you'll push through them, no matter what.”
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