S02 E12: Mike Oakman – Co-founder of Content Logistix
Meet Mike Oakman
Before leading 400 engineers at one of America’s largest health and wellness platforms, Mike Oakman was deep in the trenches—managing global tech projects in his twenties and learning how to turn complex systems into engines that scale.
That early exposure to big challenges built a habit: simplify, align, and move. Over a 30-year career, Mike has done just that—across startups, private equity-backed firms, and billion-dollar enterprises. At RVO Health, he helped unite multiple trusted consumer brands into a single platform serving 70 million people a month.
Now, Mike is focused on the future of work—helping industrial and manufacturing leaders bring AI into the real world. For him, AI isn’t about chasing shiny tools. It’s about freeing people to focus on what only humans can do: solve problems, connect with customers, and build companies that last.
In this episode:
- Why most startups aren’t companies—they’re projects
- The difference between communication and real connection
- What “boring” companies get right
- The four gears of AI adoption
- How great leadership turns clarity into momentum
This one’s part playbook, part masterclass, and part gut check for anyone trying to lead in the “real economy.”
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