B2B Automation Spotlight

In this episode, Michael Bernzweig sits down with Bogomil Stoev to explore the critical decision of choosing between AI agents and simple automations. Bogomil shares his unique journey from being a dentist to founding Borstev, a company at the forefront of AI automation solutions. Recorded live at the Software Oasis AI Summit, this conversation unveils the practical and financial implications of these technology choices. Listeners will gain valuable insights into how to make strategic decisions that enhance business efficiency without unnecessary expense.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, Michael Bernzweig sits down with Brad Levy, CEO of ThetaRay, to explore the transformative power of AI in compliance systems. Brad shares his journey from early fintech days to leading innovations in anti-money laundering technology. Dive into how ThetaRay is pioneering the shift from traditional rule-based systems to dynamic risk-based infrastructures. Gain insights into the future of financial crime detection and the importance of AI transparency and efficiency.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, host Michael Bernzweig sits down with Yoni Michael, co-founder of TypeDef, to explore the challenges AI agents face in enterprise data environments. Yoni shares his journey from his first startup, Coolan, through its acquisition by Salesforce, to the founding of TypeDef in the AI era. He delves into the importance of semantic context and persistent memory for AI agents to function effectively within complex data systems. Recorded live at the Software Oasis AI Summit, this conversation uncovers the key to unlocking AI's potential in data operations.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, Michael Bernzweig interviews Roger Yarrow, CEO and co-founder of Truelook, about his journey from a self-taught programmer to a tech innovator. Roger shares how Truelook uses AI to eliminate business friction and enhance their construction camera products. Recorded live at the Software Oasis AI Summit, this conversation provides valuable insights into AI's transformative potential for businesses.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, host Michael Bernzweig sits down with Pratyush Lal from Baringa, a leader in digital and AI transformation. Pratyush shares his unique journey from mechanical engineering to leading AI initiatives, emphasizing the role of continuous learning and adaptability. The conversation delves into Baringa's approach to AI transformation, focusing on creating adaptable programs that drive real value. Tune in to discover why being an outsider in AI can be an advantage and how businesses can embrace ongoing change.

In this episode, Michael Bernzweig talks with Steve Senterfit from SmartBridge about his career journey and how agentic AI is reshaping business process automation. They explore the significance of understanding industry nuances and the transformative power of AI in modernizing large organizations. Recorded live at the Software Oasis AI Summit, this episode offers valuable insights for technology leaders and founders.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, Michael Bernzweig sits down with Bhupendra Chopra, co-founder of Kanerika Inc., to explore his entrepreneurial journey. Bhupendra shares the ups and downs of transitioning from a product-focused company to a services business, the importance of mentorship, and the strategic decision to partner with Microsoft. The conversation also delves into the challenges of data migration and how automation can streamline processes and reduce costs.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, Michael Bernzweig talks with Niraj Singhal, Group Senior Vice President at NTT Data. Niraj shares his intriguing career journey from managing steel ladles to leading global consulting efforts, emphasizing the rapid pace of technological change and its implications. He discusses the importance of embracing change, reimagining business processes, and adopting an AI-first mindset to drive meaningful outcomes in today's fast-evolving landscape. Recorded live at the Software Oasis AI Summit, this episode provides valuable insights into the transformative power of AI.

In this episode of B2B Automation Spotlight, host Michael Bernzweig chats with Ethan Giffin, the founder and CEO of Groove Commerce. Ethan shares his journey of founding Groove Commerce and the challenges and triumphs faced along the way. He delves into how the pandemic has transformed the B2B landscape, particularly the shift towards direct-to-consumer models. Key topics include the importance of digital channels, aligning internal teams, and adapting to new payment methods.

In this episode, host Michael Bernzweig talks with Zane Frantzen, VP Platform and Operations at SimplyAsk, about why so many AI projects stall out before they deliver business value. Zane shares three common mindsets that sink initiatives, explains how AI amplifies whatever process reality you already have, and stresses the importance of mapping workflows, clarifying owners, and targeting repetitive, high‑volume tasks. He also covers the hidden costs of building custom AI and why human‑in‑the‑loop designs are key for adoption, compliance, and trust.

In this episode, host Michael Bernzweig talks with Ricardo Tosatto, CEO at Esfera Studio and COO at Esfera Studio, about how AI is changing product design and prototyping. Ricardo explains why traditional design teams spend 70–80% of their time inside tools like Figma and still end up with static prototypes that don’t reflect real user behavior. He shares how AI‑powered tools can generate working UI, flows, and states so teams can test multiple functional MVPs quickly, get better feedback, and free designers to focus on customer insight, problem‑solving, and strategy.

In this episode, host Michael Bernzweig sits down with Michael Toguchi, Chief Strategy Officer at Techtonic, to explore how mission‑driven and enterprise organizations can turn chaotic, manual workflows into scalable systems their teams actually use. Michael breaks down why many workflow and automation projects fail—not because of bad software, but because they’re misaligned with mission, culture, governance, and cross‑department realities. He shares a clear framework for assessing current processes, designing around repeatable patterns instead of edge cases, and using configuration plus guardrails to balance flexibility with control, so leaders get trustworthy data and front‑line teams get workflows that support real adoption and AI‑ready operations.

In this episode, host Michael Bernzweig sits down with Dan Charles, founder of Codarity, to unpack why so many B2B agencies and event businesses stay stuck in feast‑or‑famine mode. Dan explains how most teams only market to the 5% of buyers who are actively searching while ignoring the 95% who are quietly forming their shortlists months in advance. He walks through how to map category entry points, stay always‑on in front of future buyers, and build an evergreen demand engine so you become the inevitable first call when budgets and timelines finally open up.