A Global Delivery Organization Built for Modern IT Transformation
Global Scale. Local Results.
Optimus Talentum delivers enterprise-grade Microsoft technology services across the globe through a distributed team of senior consultants.
About Optimus Talentum
Optimus Talentum delivers enterprise-grade Microsoft technology services across the globe through a distributed team of senior consultants. Our specialty is executing complex modernization, security, data, and application programs across regions, languages, industries, and regulatory environments. We provide a comprehensive suite of Microsoft cloud services, including a dedicated global practice in Cloud Licensing, Cost Optimization, and Microsoft Commercial Management.
With delivery teams across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, we ensure consistent quality, regionally aligned execution, accelerated delivery timelines, and optimized cost structures.
Leadership
Optimus Talentum is led by experienced technology executives with deep Microsoft expertise
John Schmelzeis – CEO
Chief Executive Officer
John drives the growth and direction of Colorado River Analytics (CRA), overseeing the Management Consulting Practice, partner alignment, delivery capacity, and go-to-market integration. He leads the talent labeling of CRA's services by a leading global advisory firm and the rapid expansion of technical professional services across the Americas and EMEA, with APAC expansion planned for 2026.
Before founding CRA, John spent 18 years at Microsoft in leadership roles across Product Management and the Global Partner Organization. He brings deep expertise in building and scaling alliances, accelerating joint go-to-market strategies, and delivering measurable business outcomes for customers worldwide.
John Raven ("Raven") – CTO
Chief Technology Officer
Raven leads CRA's technical strategy and solution development across Azure, Security, M365, and Dynamics, serving as the primary technical contact for innovation and solution delivery. He previously led the 1,800-consultant Azure practice for a global services organization, managing more than $250M in services delivery.
Throughout his career, John has architected and delivered mission-critical solutions for many well-recognized U.S. and global enterprises, including commercial and government cloud deployments requiring highest availability and near-zero latency. His work has repeatedly driven millions in efficiency and savings through automation, including infrastructure as code.
A former U.S. Special Forces operator, John applies operational precision and mission-focused execution to every engagement.
How We Deliver Excellence
Senior talent deployed globally
Architecture-led and security-first delivery
Financial and operational governance embedded into every engagement
Alignment with Microsoft's full cloud solution ecosystem
Flexible execution models for enterprise, mid-market, and multi-entity organizations
Standardized methodologies and delivery frameworks across all regions
Empowering Global Transformation
To deliver high-impact Microsoft cloud, security, data, and modernization services globally—empowering organizations to modernize confidently, optimize intelligently, and transform at scale.
A Global Delivery Engine Designed for Consistency, Quality, and Scale
Optimus Talentum provides a globally coordinated delivery architecture that ensures senior expertise, rapid execution, and cost-efficient project delivery across regions. Our teams collaborate seamlessly across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, enabling follow-the-sun execution and continuous progress.
Delivery Features
Senior consultants across all delivery regions
English-forward communication
Multilingual capability where required
Flexible staffing using onshore, nearshore, and offshore teams
Direct PMO and governance integration
Standardized methodologies and global delivery frameworks
Global Scale. Local Results.
Partner with Optimus Talentum
Whether modernizing your cloud foundation, securing your enterprise, deploying Microsoft 365 or Dynamics 365, or leading an AI-enabled transformation, Optimus Talentum delivers the global expertise and senior talent required for success.