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Principal Bios

Boris Kizelshteyn - Managing Partner
SL: Adonis Bussy

Boris is a ten year veteran of New York's new media industry. He developed the first ever web based distance learning application to award college credit, the first in browser application for calling a car service and in collaboration with Dick Morris, US President Bill Clinton's political advisor, the largest political opinion portal in the world. He has worked in the US, UK and Japan consulting with companies on complex Internet application initiatives.

Boris is highly attuned to what is new and next and firmly believes that virtual worlds will be a dominant computing paradigm. Complementing this vision is a strong talent for software development and technology resource management, ensuring that every combinedstory project is rendered flawlessly to specification.

When not developing software or hanging out in virtual worlds, Boris is an avid traveler and is always glad to show off his collection of tribal musical instruments or pictures of his travels to archeological sites the world over. He holds a degree in Philosophy and Computer Science from Oberlin College and has completed Post Graduate coursework in New Media at NYU Tisch.

Dimitri Darras - Interaction Designer, Principal
SL: charlamagne Carmichael

Dimitri has 11 years of multimedia production and design experience. He has designed web sites and intranets for Panasonic, JP Morgan, and asset management companies. He holds a B.A. in Comparative French and German literature from Oberlin College and a Master's from NYU's Interactive Telecommunications Program with a focus on Interactive 3D.

Dimitri believes that Second Life democratizes 3-dimensional imaging and communication tools. He is trained in 3D authoring, including CG effects, modeling, and web feeds into 3D software and his work has been exhibited at the DUMBO Artist’s Loft and Art Gotham in Chelsea, New York. Dimitri embraces networked 3D media and sees limitless possibilities. Read about his virtual travels on MP3Travel.com, an audio travel guide.