Steve Poleskey

Steve Poleskey currently serves as Chief of Staff at Gaia AI, where the focus is on utilizing AI and robotics for economically viable carbon sequestration through trees. Prior experience includes a tenure as VP of Business Operations and Partnerships at Hopin, where alignment of sales and product development was crucial to improving customer retention post-COVID, along with leadership in customer strategy and post-merger integration. Steve founded and led Elemental Recycled Products, achieving a $100K annual sales run rate within ten months. Previous roles encompass significant contributions at Google, including the position of Global Head of Online Partner Development for Google Cloud and various managerial roles in consumer operations. Steve's early career includes serving as a Nuclear Submarine Officer in the US Navy. Educational credentials include an MBA from NYU Stern, a fellowship focused on climate change, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University.