New York · Class of 2027

Luana Lopes Lara

Rank #17 of 50

Co-founder & COO · Kalshi

Finance & Capital
Prediction Markets
Age 30
P50 Index score 71.5
Credential P50-NY27-017

Former professional ballerina turned MIT engineer who co-founded Kalshi. Became the world's youngest self-made woman billionaire in December 2025.

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"Luana Lopes Lara — Rank #17, POWER 50 New York Class of 2027." POWER 50, 14 November 2026. P50 Index score 71.5; credential P50-NY27-017. https://power50list.com/new-york/2027/luana-lopes-lara

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