Ms Oestmann is an experienced market, strategy, policy and regulatory consultant specialising in telecommunications and media services. From an educational background in media and telecommunications policy and regulation, Ms Oestmann has developed her career in the field of telecommunications services, specialising in market analysis and demand studies, marketing strategy for products and services, and policy issues related to market liberalisation and reform, including universal service and universal access. Ms Oestmann is also responsible for the regulatory aspects of projects, and has in-depth knowledge of policies directed to expand access to telecommunication services in rural areas on a commercial basis such as rural funds. She also has published on commercial telecentre models and is a speaker on the topic.

Ms Oestmann has carried out and managed consulting assignments in due diligence, market analysis, and marketing and business analysis for companies addressing rapid growth emerging markets. This includes experience with satellite, IP telephony, mobile, wireless, broadband and cable TV markets. She has extensive expertise in demand studies, both desk-based and in the field. Her experience includes working with investors, regulators, and companies addressing developing countries and emerging markets, particularly in rural telecom and information services.

Ms Oestmann is the co-owner of Intelecon and the Senior Manager. Ms Oestmann commenced her career in the European Commission’s Telecommunications Directorate General (DGXIII), undertaking assignments related to EU integration of Central and Eastern European countries.