Ben Perszyk
About Ben Perszyk
Ben Perszyk serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at SHRAPNEL, a position he has held since 2023. With a background in token economics and blockchain architecture, he has a strong focus on shaping the future of gaming through strategic investments and board memberships.
Current Role at SHRAPNEL
Ben Perszyk serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at SHRAPNEL, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on strategic initiatives that drive the company's vision and objectives within the gaming industry. His responsibilities include leveraging his expertise in token economics and blockchain architecture to enhance SHRAPNEL's offerings.
Previous Experience at Polychain Capital
Prior to his current role, Ben Perszyk worked at Polychain Capital for three years, from 2020 to 2023, as a Partner. He was instrumental in pioneering the gaming thesis at the firm, leading investments in next-generation AAA games. His experience also includes serving as Head of Portfolio Operations at Polychain Capital from 2018 to 2020, where he managed portfolio strategies and operations.
Board Memberships and Expertise
Ben Perszyk sits on several boards, where he applies his knowledge in token economics, incentive and mechanism design, and blockchain architecture. His involvement in these boards allows him to influence the future of gaming and blockchain technologies, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the industry.
Educational Background
Ben Perszyk earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy from the University of Oregon, where he studied from 2009 to 2012. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills, which he applies in his professional endeavors within the blockchain and gaming sectors.
Investment Focus and Achievements
During his tenure at Polychain Capital, Ben Perszyk led early-stage venture investments into various sectors, including Layer 2 scaling solutions, blockchain interoperability networks, decentralized finance protocols, and Web3 videogames. His strategic investments have contributed to the growth and development of innovative technologies in the blockchain space.