Software Spotlight

Software Spotlight

Are you looking to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of B2B SaaS? Software Spotlight delivers weekly insights from the frontlines of software innovation. Join host Michael Bernzweig, founder of Software Oasis since 1998, as he brings you exclusive conversations with industry titans, innovative leaders, and game-changing executives in the SaaS space. Each episode unpacks winning strategies, emerging trends, and actionable insights you can implement immediately. From scaling your SaaS business to mastering digital transformation, discover the tactics that drive success in today's competitive landscape. Whether you're a founder, executive, or ambitious professional in the B2B SaaS world, this podcast delivers the strategic intelligence you need to thrive. Subscribe now to join our community of forward-thinking tech leaders and get weekly episodes packed with data-driven insights, expert analysis, and exclusive interviews that will transform your approach to B2B SaaS.

Episodes

October 21, 2026 • 81 mins

Introduction

  • Michael introduces the episode and guest Ev Kontsevoy.
  • Overview of Ev's journey and his focus on building tools for engineers.
  • Mention of the live recording at the Software Oasis AI Summit.

Interview

  • Ev's background, starting from National Instruments to founding Teleport.
  • Insights from working at Rackspace and observing hyperscaler innovation.
  • The challenges and opportunities in building security solut...
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Introduction

  • Noe Ramos' background in tech and AI operations at Agiloft
  • Importance of governance in AI
  • Episode recorded live at Software Oasis AI Summit

Interview

  • Noe's journey to AI operations
  • Challenges in AI deployment and governance
  • Non-traditional career paths in tech

Presentation

  • Silent failure at scale in AI
  • Designing accountability models
  • Human oversight vs. accidental governance

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Introduction

- Aditya Ganjam's unique start at Carnegie Mellon

- Conviva's journey from research to commercialization

- The move from peer-to-peer streaming to focus on user experience

Interview

- Conviva's founding story and co-founders' roles

- Evolution from a tech demo to a business solution

- Importance of measuring streaming quality

Presentation

- Expanding focus to AI agent experiences

- Challenges in current evaluation tool...

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Introduction

  • Alexis Moyse's unexpected start in cybersecurity
  • Founding Clarity Security
  • The urgency of AI governance

Interview

  • Alexis's journey from college to head of security
  • Building a solution to fill a market gap
  • The challenges of bootstrapping a startup

Presentation

  • Missing layer in AI governance
  • Real-world examples of AI risks
  • Strategies for proactive security measures

Panel Q&A

  • Audi...
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Introduction

  • Ziyad's early career in software development
  • Discovery of underutilized customer data
  • The impact of language models like GPT-3

Interview

  • Ziyad's journey in tech
  • The importance of AI governance
  • Challenges in deploying AI agents

Presentation

  • AI governance frameworks
  • Addressing data gaps and inaccuracies
  • Practical implementation of AI systems

Panel Q&A

  • Audience questions on AI dep...
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Introduction

  • Yakov Filippenko's journey and challenges launching Intch
  • Importance of network connections in startup success
  • The impact of the pandemic on professional networking

Interview

  • Yakov's initial challenges with limited connections
  • How network realization transformed his business approach
  • Insights from Yakov's previous startup experiences

Presentation

  • Data-driven insights on generational workforce...
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Introduction

- Arvind Parthasarathi's journey from nonprofit to Cygnus

- The global research initiative leading to Cygnus

- Recorded live at Software Oasis AI Summit

Interview

- The chaos of cyber incidents and need for a software solution

- Pivot from prevention to resilience in cybersecurity

- Challenges faced during the early days of Cygnus

Presentation

- Explanation of Cygnus' platform for cyber incident management

- Importance...

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Introduction

  • Vito's career beginnings at JD Edwards
  • Founding of Nextworld sparked by a reunion conversation
  • The evolving role of platforms in enterprise software

Interview

  • Vito's journey from Rutgers to Nextworld
  • Lessons learned at JD Edwards and Oracle
  • The concept of rebuilding with new knowledge

Presentation

  • Focus on AI security being rooted in enterprise platforms
  • Examples of AI security failures
  • Impor...
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Introduction

  • Bill Hewitt's early career at Hyperion
  • The role of data in enterprise applications
  • Transition to contract lifecycle management

Interview

  • Bill's journey to Linksquares
  • Understanding the importance of master data
  • The launch of the agentic platform

Presentation

  • The impact of Agentic technology
  • Real-world applications within Linksquares
  • How AI creates value beyond cost reduction

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Introduction

- Nishat Mehta's unique career journey

- Applying a coder's mindset to business challenges

- The promise of AI in traditional industries

Interview

- Nishat's transition from data analytics to legal services

- The importance of a tech transformation for Lexitas

- Insights from sales on delivering client value

Presentation

- How Lexitas uses AI in legal services

- The four pillars of human adoption of technology

- Case s...

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Introduction

  • Overview of decision intelligence in supply chain management
  • Importance of addressing data challenges
  • Promise of empowering knowledge workers

Interview

  • Mike Romeri's insights on decision intelligence
  • Challenges in current supply chain systems
  • Role of AI in improving decision-making

Presentation

  • Explanation of decision orchestration
  • Real-life examples and impacts
  • Integration with existing syst...
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Introduction

  • Gidi Cohen's early start in tech
  • Journey through startups and lessons learned
  • Introduction to Bonfy.AI and its mission

Interview

  • Gidi's experience with the Israeli military and startups
  • Challenges faced in the startup world
  • The need for simplicity in sophisticated systems

Presentation

  • The growing risks in AI data security
  • Importance of business context in data management
  • Bonfy.AI's context-aw...
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Introduction

- Blaine Dawson's unique career path combining finance and human connection

- The role of mentorship in Blaine's journey

- Overview of Worth AI's impact on financial onboarding

Interview

- Blaine's background and early career influences

- Transition to Worth AI and the challenges faced

- Explanation of Worth AI's pre-fill technology

Presentation

- Importance of setting clear goals in business

- Historical analogy with ...

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Introduction

  • Barr Moses' unique journey to founding Monte Carlo
  • The mission of Monte Carlo to ensure trusted AI
  • The rise of AI and the importance of data quality

Interview

  • Barr's personal journey and founding Monte Carlo
  • The significance of choosing the right market and cofounder
  • Early challenges and pivots in building a tech company

Presentation

  • The concept of 'garbage data, garbage agents'
  • Survey insigh...
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Introduction

  • Mike's early days in a computer lab
  • The impact of Y Combinator on his career
  • Fleet's mission to revolutionize device management

Interview

  • Mike's journey from startup events to founding Fleet
  • Challenges faced in early entrepreneurship
  • The role of open-source in device management

Presentation

  • Overview of the device management landscape
  • Benefits of open-source solutions
  • How Fleet adapts to moder...
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Introduction

  • Dion's career journey from art to tech
  • The importance of trust and security
  • Overview of Dion's work with Indie Me

Interview

  • Dion's background and transition to technology
  • The role of AI in democratizing capabilities
  • Challenges of protecting digital identities

Presentation

  • Dangers of AI-generated fakes
  • Importance of independent evidence for trust
  • Strategies for implementing multi-channel trust
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Introduction

  • Brian Cute's diverse career path
  • Impact of early Internet experiences
  • Overview of Global Cyber Alliance

Interview

  • Brian's unexpected journey from law to cybersecurity
  • Key experiences during the telecom industry meltdown
  • Role of Global Cyber Alliance in cybersecurity

Presentation

  • The rise of AI in cybercrime
  • Challenges faced by small businesses
  • Effective cybersecurity measures

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Introduction

  • Matthew's realization from working with large companies
  • The challenge of ERP costs for smaller businesses
  • The founding of Wherefour Inc

Interview

  • Matthew's consulting background and insights
  • Initial business ideas and pivots
  • The importance of affordable ERP systems

Presentation

  • How Wherefour uses AI in their products
  • Benefits of AI for the team and customers
  • Maintaining human oversight in AI ...
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Introduction

  • Richard Bird's unconventional career path
  • SingularAI's role in AI governance
  • The importance of creating value in tech

Interview

  • Richard's journey to SingularAI
  • Building a career without a predefined plan
  • Value creation and opportunities

Presentation

  • AI's impact on traditional IT governance
  • Necessity of outcome-based accountability
  • Controlling AI behavior for security and efficiency

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Introduction

  • David Archer's diverse career path
  • Early work on microprocessors and teraflops
  • Introduction to homomorphic encryption

Interview

  • David's career journey from Digital to Intel
  • Challenges in early technology development
  • The decision to co-found Niobium

Presentation

  • The mechanics of fully homomorphic encryption
  • Real-world applications and potential
  • Overcoming challenges in FHE deployment

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