Who we are

About EMK2

Experienced Advisors. Trusted Delivery Partners.

EMK Squared is a boutique consulting firm helping organisations solve complex business and technology challenges with clarity, experience, and practical execution.

Drawing on decades of experience in business transformation, project delivery, and enterprise technology solutions, we help clients make informed decisions, navigate complexity, and achieve meaningful change. From strategy through implementation, we provide the expertise and support needed to move initiatives forward.

With deep experience across cloud platforms, artificial intelligence, application integration, and data management, we work as a flexible extension of your team, bringing the right expertise to each stage of the journey.

Our Mission

Helping Clients Reach Their Next Peak

Like any successful ascent, meaningful change requires a clear path, the right expertise, and trusted, committed partners. We help organisations overcome complexity, build capability, and achieve sustainable improvements that create lasting value.

Reaching new peaks

Our Values:

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Flexible & Responsive

We adapt quickly to provide the right support, expertise, and engagement as your needs evolve.

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Honest & Transparent

We communicate with candour, clarity, and transparency, helping clients make informed decisions without surprises.

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Pragmatic & Proactive

We cut through complexity to deliver practical, fit-for-purpose solutions while proactively highlighting risks, identifying opportunities, and providing independent advice.

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Accountable & Reliable

We take ownership of our commitments and stand behind our work. Our clients can rely on us to follow through, solve problems, and consistently put in the extra effort.

Our Leadership Team

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Martina Valtchev

Co-Founder,
Director Business Consulting

Martina Valtchev

Martina brings over 20 years of multi-industry experience in enterprise transformation, having held senior leadership roles within high-profile organisations including ALDI, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, and Super Retail Group. Her career spans enterprise‑wide business transformation, operational efficiency uplift, the establishment and leadership of high‑performing PMOs, and the delivery of business‑critical portfolios and programs in environments defined by ambiguity, scale, and rapid change. She combines operational discipline with a pragmatic yet people-centered approach, ensuring that change not only lands effectively but lasts.

Areas of Expertise

Strategic Planning Operating Model Change Business Process Optimisation Digital Transformation Project & Program Delivery Change Management Educational Consulting

Education

  • Master of International Business & Commerce | University of Sydney
  • Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management & Organizational Behavior | University of Sydney
  • Bachelor of International Economics | University of Vienna
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Karsten Oehler

Co-Founder,
Director Technology Consulting

Karsten Oehler

Karsten is an accomplished architect with over 20 years of experience delivering complex solutions for global enterprises and growing mid‑market organisations. He specializes in CRM, Martech, Loyalty, and customer data platforms, combining deep expertise in high‑volume customer data with a collaborative, results‑driven approach.

He has led multiple end‑to‑end enterprise‑scale implementations — from presales and architecture through to delivery and ongoing management — and is known for navigating complex technical environments to deliver secure, compliant, and high‑impact outcomes. His experience spans senior roles in global firms as well as boutique and startup consultancies.

Areas of Expertise

Enterprise Architecture Solution Architecture MarTech Solutions Loyalty Solutions Customer Data Platforms SAP CRM / S4 / ECC SAP Marketing Cloud Salesforce CRM Salesforce Marketing Cloud monday.com SAP Integration Suite Microsoft Azure Integration AWS Make.com

Education

  • Master of Business Information Systems (Equiv. to German Diplom-Wirtschaftsinformatiker) | TH Mittelhessen, Germany
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Diana Ratcheva

Senior Engineer
Front-End and Digital

Diana Ratcheva

Diana is a Frontend Developer with 10+ years of experience building production-grade web applications across iGaming, fintech, and digital marketing. She specializes in AI-driven automation, API integrations, and AI-assisted development, with a strong focus on designing systems that reduce manual effort and scale efficiently.

Combining technical expertise with a practical, business-minded approach, Diana brings hands-on experience with modern tools, including React, TypeScript, Next.js, and AI development environments such as Claude and Cursor — delivering reliable, end-to-end solutions that create real impact.

Areas of Expertise

AI Engineering Claude Code / Cursor IDE HTML5 React Web Design WordPress Development Banner & Ad Design PHP JavaScript

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Web, Digital/Multimedia, Animation and Image Processing | New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria
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Decades of hands-on experience delivering complex business and technology initiatives across industries and organisations of all sizes.

We focus on what will actually move the needle, not big-bang plans or buzzwords.

We can support every stage of the journey, from strategy and planning through to delivery, adoption, and ongoing improvement.

We take a holistic approach, considering business, technology, data, and people to ensure solutions are practical, aligned, and executable.

Flexible, responsive, and straightforward to work with—especially when priorities shift.

Our experience across multiple platforms and technology ecosystems allows us to provide objective, unbiased recommendations. We focus on finding the solution that best aligns with your business needs, rather than promoting a particular product or vendor.

We build long-term relationships based on trust, accountability, and a commitment to going the extra mile.

Let's Start a Conversation

Whether you’re exploring an idea, planning your next initiative, or seeking specialist support, we’d be happy to discuss your goals, challenges, and opportunities.