Karen Wang

Karen Wang, a former struggling artist turned dice-making millionaire, shares her remarkable journey from financial insecurity to launching a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $2 million. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster of managing skyrocketing demand and the complexities of fulfilling orders while navigating the challenges of manufacturing. With insights into the creative process, community engagement, and the importance of perseverance, Karen offers a behind-the-scenes look at the dice-making industry and the pitfalls of instant success.

Karen Wang, founder of Dispel Dice—a luxury dice-making company that raised over $2 million in a groundbreaking Kickstarter—shares her inspiring journey from feeling lost to finding fulfillment through Dungeons & Dragons. She recounts her transition from art school dropout to entrepreneur, revealing the emotional challenges of balancing passion with family expectations. Karen also reflects on her early experiences at anime conventions and the tension of pursuing a creative career amidst personal insecurities and societal pressures.