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Consulting Spotlight

Consulting Spotlight

By: Software Oasis
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Ready to master the art of B2B consulting and accelerate your professional journey? Consulting Spotlight brings you weekly insights from the consulting industry's most brilliant minds. Host Michael Bernzweig, founder of Software Oasis, leverages decades of experience connecting top B2B consultants with leading organizations to bring you deep-dive conversations about what really works in consulting today. Each episode features strategic discussions with industry leaders, successful consultants, and decision-makers who share their proven methodologies, challenges overcome, and secrets to building a thriving consulting practice. From winning high-value clients to scaling your consulting business, get actionable strategies you can implement immediately. Whether you're an established consultant or planning to enter the field, this podcast delivers the expert knowledge you need to succeed. Subscribe now to join our community of ambitious consultants and get weekly episodes filled with practical wisdom, real-world case studies, and insider insights.© 2024 - 2025 Software Oasis, LLC Career Success Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership
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  • Frank Meltke on Navigating the AI Frenzy: Insights from Contraco's CEO
    Jun 29 2026

    Introduction

    - Frank Meltke's journey from founding Contraco

    - Parallels between the internet boom and today's AI rush

    - Importance of balancing client work with business development

    Interview

    - Challenges of early entrepreneurship

    - Cultural differences in technology adoption

    - Lessons from the dot-com bubble

    Presentation

    - Failures of current AI projects

    - Importance of integrating AI with human expertise

    - The perception paradox in AI deployment

    Panel Q&A

    - Real audience questions from the AI Summit

    - How to balance AI and human roles

    - Governance in AI-driven telecom restructuring

    About Frank Meltke

    Frank Meltke is the CEO of Contraco, a management consulting firm he founded 28 years ago. With a rich background in international projects and cultural insights, Frank has witnessed firsthand the rise and fall of technology trends and offers a seasoned perspective on AI integration.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Scott Estill on Operational Excellence in Private Equity
    Jun 22 2026

    Introduction

    - Scott Estill's unique career path

    - The role of management teams in value creation

    - Recorded live at Software Oasis AI Summit

    Interview

    - Scott's journey from finance to entrepreneurship

    - Key lessons learned in private equity

    - Importance of management teams over financial models

    Presentation

    - Evolution of value creation in private equity

    - From financial engineering to operational improvement

    - Challenges and opportunities in today's market

    Panel Q&A

    - Audience questions about value creation

    - Insight into operational strategies

    - Real-world applications and examples

    About Scott Estill

    Scott Estill is the Managing Partner at Lancor, where he advises private equity funds on deal origination, due diligence, and executive recruiting. With a background in banking and private equity, Scott brings a wealth of experience in identifying and driving operational excellence in portfolio companies.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Ravi Shankar on Navigating Data Management and AI at Denodo
    Jun 17 2026

    Introduction

    - Ravi Shankar's unique journey from tech to business

    - His role in shaping the Master Data Management market

    - Leading Denodo in data management and AI

    Interview

    - Transition from software development to business roles

    - Insights into product marketing and management

    - The significance of a tech background in a CMO role

    Presentation

    - Importance of trust in AI agents

    - Real-time data and AI agent autonomy

    - Challenges and solutions in data management

    Panel Q&A

    - Live audience questions on data management and AI

    - Discussion on logical data management layers

    - Insights into centralizing data and AI implementation

    About Ravi Shankar

    Ravi Shankar is the Chief Marketing Officer at Denodo, where he leads initiatives in data management and AI. With a background in software development and business leadership, Ravi has been instrumental in shaping the Master Data Management market and driving Denodo's growth across 25 countries.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
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