The Popstar team combines 50 years of digital media technology and creative development experience with a firm commitment to customer service. Our primary goal is helping customers meet their communications goals with adaptive, innovative media technology. Working with Popstar enables our clients to focus on their business, while we provide the systems, content, experience and expertise required to field a successful digital media solution.

Tom Reed - President

Tom is a business strategist with expertise in marketing, software distribution and strategic partnerships. He was a founder of an international computer programming and services company managing offices in the U.S., Philippines, England, Scotland and France. Tom successfully managed their initial public offering (IPO) process in addition to various other funding efforts in the U.S. and internationally.

Steve Hagenlock - Chief Technology Officer

Steve Hagenlock has been involved in the research, engineering, production and distribution of multimedia for over 18 years. Steve was a founder and CTO of Coach’s Edge, a sports-related new media company focused on proprietary animation technologies for internet, broadcast television, sports organizations and video games.

Don Selmon - Senior Vice President National Sales

Don is a former founder of two successful telecom network services companies. His well-rounded senior management experience includes years of building and managing large sales and marketing teams. His experience also includes participating in the planning and execution of several successful IPO and M&A ventures. Prior to joining Popstar, he served as a senior advisor to the founders of a successful wireless start-up and a fast-growing pharmaceutical consulting firm.

Brian Fusco - Senior Vice President and Creative Director

Brian has over 16 years of experience in creative development and product strategy for both recognized industry leaders and innovative startups. His client list includes Warner Bros. Entertainment, Adobe, Microsoft (WebTV), IBM, Deloitte & Touche, and the U.S. Air Force. He leads the Popstar Creative Services group and works closely with customers to understand their needs.

Wayne Rasmuss - Manager of Engineering

Wayne has over 11 years experience in a wide variety of applications including: 3D Graphics, Linux Kernel Programming, Network Security, Spacecraft Data Analysis, and Windows GUI Applications. In 1998 Wayne shipped his first commercial product which was awarded technological innovation from Computer Graphics World. He has a Bachelor of Sciences in Engineering Physics including an exceptional background in mathematics and other engineering fundamentals.

Dane Oldridge - Operations Manager

Dane’s background stems from live event production and technical management. He has been a content producer, event manager and lead technician on productions for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, NFL Entertainment, IronmanLive, The Kansas City Chiefs and the University of Kansas. Utilizing his diverse background in technical management, he oversees the development of vendor relations, hardware certifications, installation procedures and technical support.