Uros Sikimic
About Uros Sikimic
Uros Sikimic serves as the Business Development Lead at 3Lateral Studio in Novi Sad, Serbia, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in innovation and technology management, having held various academic and managerial positions across multiple countries.
Work at 3Lateral Studio
Uros Sikimic has been serving as the Business Development Lead at 3Lateral Studio since 2016. In this role, he focuses on advancing the company's initiatives in digital human technologies, particularly in the development of facial rigging technologies. His work encompasses various industries, including gaming, film production, medical, biotech, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Sikimic manages digital production pipelines to ensure the efficient creation of human facial rigs, contributing to the studio's reputation in the Metaverse.
Education and Expertise
Uros Sikimic holds a Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Novi Sad, where he studied Communication Technologies and Signal Processing. He also earned a PhD in Innovation and Technology Management from Politecnico di Milano. His academic journey includes studying as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Singapore Management University and participating as a Visiting PhD Scholar at NYU Stern School of Business and Stockholm School of Economics. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering and business.
Background in Research and Teaching
Prior to his current position, Uros Sikimic held various roles in academia and research. He worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher and Senior Manager at Singapore Management University for one year. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at Politecnico di Milano and as a PhD Researcher and Consultant there. His experience includes being a Visiting Scholar in Innovation and Technology Management at both NYU Stern School of Business and Stockholm School of Economics. This diverse background has contributed to his expertise in digital human technologies.
Professional Contributions
Uros Sikimic co-founded the Serbian Games Association and served as a Board Member from 2018 to 2021. He also worked as a Scientific Coordinator for The International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM) for two years. His professional contributions extend to managing research projects that focus on the digitalization of the human face for applications in virtual, augmented, and mixed reality, as well as biometrics. Sikimic's work is characterized by a product-driven mindset that bridges engineering and business.
Career Development
Uros Sikimic's career includes various roles that highlight his expertise in telecommunications and innovation management. He began as a Telecommunications Engineer at Vip mobile d.o.o. and later worked as a Developer/Researcher at Prince of Songkla University. His internship at Strabag as a Project Manager Intern provided early exposure to project management. His diverse experiences across different countries and institutions have shaped his approach to business development and technology innovation.