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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 1H 8M

Frank Meltke on Navigating the AI Frenzy: Insights from Contraco's CEO

from Consulting Spotlight · host Frank Meltke, Michael Bernzweig

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. Ready to action this strategy?Connect with this expert now for a complimentary strategy consult or exclusive offer.https://summit.softwareoasis.com/activate-offers/(Claim Your Offer / Schedule Consultation)Apply to Present at our Live Events as an experthttps://experts.softwareoasis.com/expert-introductionsGet Your Networking Passhttps://experts.softwareoasis.com/executive-networking-passClaim your complimentary event pass and attend live:https://bootcamps.softwareoasis.com/https://summit.softwareoasis.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode of Consulting Spotlight, host Michael Bernzweig sits down with Frank Meltke, CEO of Contraco, to explore the parallels between the internet boom of the late '90s and today's AI frenzy. Frank shares insights from his 28 years of experience, highlighting the importance of integrating AI with human expertise and avoiding the rush to deploy without understanding its true business value. Tune in to learn how to navigate the AI landscape wisely and avoid repeating past mistakes.

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