Erick Geisler, Chief Technology Officer, Global Objects

‍Erick Geisler is a recognized technology leader and two-time Emmy winner serving as the Chief Technology Officer of Global Objects. With extensive expertise in innovative fields like Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs), generative AI, LIDAR scanning, and photogrammetry, Erick spearheads the development of realistic digital environments, democratizing access to digital replicas of the world. A voting member of the Television Academy and a member of the Visual Effects Society, he combines his technical prowess and artistic vision to drive the success of various projects across diverse platforms. His leadership at Global Objects is shaping the future of digital experiences across multiple sectors.

Alex Popov, Chief Financial Officer, Global Objects
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Alex has over 30 years of experience in key leadership roles within the Supply Chain and with Technology Transformations. Alex has joined Global Objects Inc as our Chief Operating Officer to bring insight and operational/financial experience to the startup. His most recent role he was the CFO/COO for a non-profit conducting fundraising, operational efficiency and financial oversight to assemble and deliver care packages to our deployed military troops and first responders across the world and the US. Over the years he held key leadership roles with his teams helping to dramatically improve key processes and technologies at major companies including UPS, Ryder Transportation, Waste Management, PHH, Clarke Power and UNIS, a 3PL. Additionally, he has worked for two startup companies in the technology sector and also as a Senior Business Consultant teaching the business of business for small and medium companies. Alex has his MBA in Finance from Tulane University in New Orleans and a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Roosevelt University in Chicago. He was also an Adjunct Professor at Palm Beach State College in Florida where he taught Supply Chain Logistics and Transportation.

Sergey Poplavsky | Head of Production | Global Objects

Sergey Poplavsky, the Head of Production at Global Objects, boasts a distinguished career that bridges the dynamic worlds of film production and digital marketing. With a foundation in Producing in Film from UCLA, Sergey's expertise spans critical areas of production including script analysis, budgeting, team management, and the comprehensive supervision of projects from inception through to completion. His role involves seamless coordination with vendors, detailed financial oversight, and the efficient execution of projects, ensuring successful wraps and transitions to company accounting teams.

Sergey's rich portfolio features collaborations with major platforms such as Netflix, HBO, FOX, CBS, The CW, Starz, Roku, and Crackle, contributing to acclaimed series like "Dead to Me," "Euphoria," and "Perry Mason." His commercial work showcases his ability to connect brands with audiences through engaging narratives, working with high-profile clients and celebrities for brands like Saint Laurent with Al Pacino, Valentino with Zendaya, Calm with LeBron James, and Savage x Fenty with Rihanna and Johnny Depp. Additionally, Sergey's flair for visual storytelling is evident in his music video projects for artists like Sam Smith and Steve Lacy.

Before venturing into production, Sergey dedicated over 12 years to digital marketing, where he spearheaded growth and expansion strategies for global brands across the US, Russia, the UK, and Sweden, including WWF, the Olympic Games, and Coca-Cola. His experience as a digital marketing director and manager is complemented by his academic contributions as a teacher of Digital Marketing at the Higher School of Economics in St. Petersburg.

Sergey's excellence in his field is recognized through numerous awards. He won the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for Innovation in 2014 for his work with MegaFon at 2Nova, and his project for WWF at 2Nova earned a shortlist position at the Golden Drum awards in 2013 in the Digital category for Websites and Microsites. In 2015, while with HISTORY, he was honored with the High Figure Award for the Best Foreign Entertainment Channel. Most recently, in 2023, Sergey received a Gold Telly Award for the series "Wedding Talk" in the Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle category, along with a Silver Telly Award for the same series in the Reality – Television category.

Sergey Poplavsky's multifaceted career, marked by creativity, leadership, and innovation, showcases his pivotal role at Global Objects in pushing the boundaries of digital replication technology to create immersive, realistic digital environments for entertainment, education, and beyond.

Hatem Helmy Saad Hassan, Director of 3D Assets, Global Objects
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Hatem has a rich background in architectural visualization across the Middle East's premier firms. His transition to entertainment in 2017 has seen him masterfully contribute 3D tracking to notable projects like What We Do in the Shadows and Echo 3. Harnessing tools from 3DS MAX to After Effects, he expertly models, textures, and animates within virtual spaces. His architectural roots deeply inform his approach, ensuring structural integrity meets artistic vision. Hatem is our digital sculptor, transforming complex concepts into tangible, immersive realities. Since 2017, Hatem has been an integral part of our team, working closely with Erick, our Chief Technology Officer. Their collaboration has been pivotal in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in 3D modeling and visual effects. With Erick's technological foresight and Hatem's artistic prowess, they've created a synergy that has propelled our projects to new heights, ensuring that Global Objects remains at the cutting edge of digital innovation. Their joint ventures have not only elevated the visual experience for our clients but also set new industry standards for excellence in 3D digital artistry.