Top Consultant with RJ Lumba

In this episode, we speak with Pete Brown, Global Workforce Leader at PwC. Pete advises boards and executive teams on the workforce implications of AI, helping organizations redesign work, accelerate skills development, and navigate large-scale transformation. He also leads PwC’s global Hopes & Fears survey and co-authors the AI Jobs Barometer, two widely cited studies examining how technology...

In this episode, we speak with Arun Shastri, Principal at ZS and a global leader in the firm’s AI practice. Arun advises clients on AI, customer experience, sales effectiveness, and digital transformation across industries including technology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and travel. Arun has worked with AI for much of his career, including research tied to his Ph. D. in decis...

In this episode, we speak with Micah Alpern, Senior Managing Director at Teneo. Micah is part of the firm’s People Advisory team, where he advises organizations and executives on culture, leadership, and talent strategy, particularly in the context of transformation and transactions. Micah brings nearly two decades of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and private equity-backed businesses th...

In this episode, we speak with Sumeet Gupta, Senior Managing Director and Leader of AI and Digital Transformation at FTI Consulting. Sumeet leads the firm’s AI and Digital Transformation practice, advising companies and investors on business model change, operating model redesign, and value creation through AI. Sumeet began his career as an AI researcher, studying deep learning neural networks at...

In this episode, we speak with Paul Edwards, Global Practice Lead at Grant Thornton Stax. Paul leads firm strategy and execution, with a focus on market and commercial work for private equity clients across the deal lifecycle, from acquisition evaluation to value creation and exit preparation. Paul has spent more than two decades advising private equity firms and portfolio companies on diligence,...

In this episode, we speak with Charisma Glassman, Partner, Vice President, and Global Head of Retail, Consumer and E-Commerce Advisory at Genpact. Charisma advises retail and consumer brands on AI, digital transformation, and operating model changes across subsectors including fashion, luxury, grocery, beauty, and e-commerce. Charisma brings more than two decades of experience across business and...

In this episode, we speak with Rachel Barton, Senior Managing Director and Global Lead for Private Equity at Accenture. Rachel works across the deal lifecycle, advising private equity firms and portfolio company executives on technology diligence, value creation, and complex transformation initiatives. With more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of business and technology, Rachel foc...

In this episode, we speak with Dave Seybold, CEO of TTEC Digital. Dave leads TTEC Digital’s customer experience consulting and technology services business, focused on contact center platforms, CRM, and AI-enabled customer interactions. Dave brings more than 30 years of experience in consulting and technology services. Before joining TTEC Digital, he held senior executive leadership roles at IBM,...

In this episode, we speak with Kurt Estes, Principal and Head of Corporate Development at Sikich. Kurt focuses on M&A strategy and execution for Sikich’s growth initiatives. Since joining the firm in 2008, he has overseen more than 20 acquisitions and has led dozens of transactions through Sikich’s investment banking practice. His background spans corporate development, investment banking, ven...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Petra Jantzer, Global Life Sciences Lead at Accenture. Petra oversees one of the firm’s largest industry groups, spanning work across the entire life sciences value chain. She also leads Accenture’s services for a major multinational pharmaceutical client, managing a broad portfolio of engagements across R&D, operations, and commercial functions. Petra began...

In this episode, we speak with Chris Raimondo, Americas Consulting Insurance Leader at EY. Chris oversees the full suite of consulting services EY provides to insurance carriers across property and casualty, life and annuity, reinsurance, and brokerage. Chris has more than 20 years of global experience in the insurance industry, with work spanning business consulting, technology and data implement...

In this episode, we speak with Apurva Nair, a Partner at Oliver Wyman, where he leads post-deal value creation within the firm’s Private Equity practice. Apurva works with private equity firms and their portfolio companies to improve operational and financial performance, often focusing on cost, pricing, and EBITDA growth. Most of his projects take place immediately after an acquisition, helping p...

In this episode, we speak with Phil Dunne, UK Managing Director at Stax, where he leads the firm’s business across the UK and EMEA. Phil brings more than 25 years of experience spanning industry and consulting, with a focus on supporting private equity clients through commercial due diligence, value creation, and exit planning. Before joining Stax, he served as UK Managing Partner at Roland Berger...

In this episode, we speak with Meghan Harris-Ngae, a Partner at PwC Canada, where she leads ESG Strategy, Integration, and Transformation, and serves as Global Sustainability Private Business Leader. With more than two decades of experience across industries and markets, Meghan helps C-suites and boards integrate sustainability into their core business models, guiding organizations through climate...

In this episode, we speak with Manish Mehta, the Business Unit Head of Health and Life Sciences and Telecom, Media, and Technology at Atos. Manish leads a $400 million business unit focused on driving digital transformation across North America’s healthcare and life sciences sectors, including payers, providers, pharma, medical devices, and healthtech. He brings deep expertise in AI, cloud computi...

In this episode, we speak with Brad Boyd, Principal and National Healthcare Consulting Practice Leader at BDO USA. Brad brings over 25 years of experience working with provider organizations, payers, private equity, and IT companies to deliver high-value consulting engagements that improve care delivery, enhance the experience of patients and providers, and drive operational and financial performa...

In this episode, we speak with Vic Svec, the Principal of Svec Consulting. Vic brings 35 years of achievement in ESG, investor relations, and strategic communications, having led initiatives at Fortune 500 companies and top global consultancies. Most recently, he served as a Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal, where he led ESG Advisory Services. His corporate leadership spans three decades,...

In this episode, we speak with Velislava Ivanova, the EY Americas Chief Sustainability Officer and the Global Strategy and Markets Leader for EY’s Climate Change and Sustainability Services practice. Velislava is a recognized sustainability expert with over 25 years of international experience in helping multinational corporations—across energy, manufacturing, retail, consumer goods, and pharmaceu...

In this episode, we speak with Jeff Black, Partner and Global M&A Business Leader at Mercer.  Jeff brings more than 25 years of experience advising on over 300 transactions, offering strategic and financial guidance across global people risks, including commercial due diligence, culture risk mitigation, post-merger integration, and other areas. Jeff was recognized as one of The Top 25 M&A...

In this episode, we speak with Anthony Perrotta, Partner at PA Consulting. Anthony has more than 25 years of experience in sales leadership, FMCG, CPG, retail, and sustainability. He works with clients on growth strategy, sustainability, and regenerative economy initiatives that support progress beyond net zero goals. Anthony was recognized as one of The Top 25 Sustainability Consultants and Leade...

In this episode, we speak with Anuj Shah, a Managing Director and the Head of ESG and Impact Advisory at Stax.  Anuj advises private asset managers, corporations, and investment banks on value-enhancing approaches to ESG integration, sustainability strategy, and impact outcomes.  Anuj was recognized as one of The Top 25 Sustainability Consultants and Leaders of 2024.  Stax is a global consulting f...

In this episode, we speak with John Thompson, the Senior Vice President and Principal of the GenAI Program and AI Products at The Hackett Group. John leads The Hackett Group’s GenAI Executive Advisory Program and guides the development of AI software across industries. He brings over 38 years of expertise spanning all aspects of advanced analytics and information management, including descriptive,...

In this episode, we speak with Anthony Abbatiello, Partner and Workforce Transformation Practice Leader at PwC. Anthony brings deep expertise in human capital strategy, leading PwC’s efforts in workforce transformation and helping clients prepare for the future by driving innovation in talent strategy, HR transformation, behavioral change, and rewards and well-being. Anthony was recognized as one...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Wei Ke, Partner at Oliver Wyman. Wei brings over 15 years of consulting experience helping global financial institutions and consumer brands drive growth through product innovation, pricing strategy, and digital sales effectiveness. Wei was recognized as one of The Top 25 Marketing and Sales Consultants and Leaders of 2024. Oliver Wyman is a global management con...

In this episode, we speak with Mat Zucker, Senior Partner at Prophet who is also serving as the Chief Marketing Officer. Mat brings nearly 30 years of experience in digital marketing, advertising, content, and social strategy, and previously co-led Prophet’s global marketing and sales practice across industries. Mat was recognized as one of The Top 25 Marketing and Sales Consultants and Leaders of...