Gulf South Advisory Firm

Technology Strategy.
Community Roots.
Measurable Outcomes.

Becnel Consulting Group helps municipalities, economic development organizations, and businesses across Louisiana and the Gulf South navigate connectivity infrastructure, AI adoption, and workforce strategy — with the credibility of a local insider and the depth of a national-caliber consultant.

20+
Years Enterprise Experience
5
IBM Certifications
$1.3B
BEAD Funding in Louisiana
4
Core Service Lines

Insider Expertise.
Community Commitment.

BCG was founded by George P. Becnel II — an MBA-holding, IBM AI-certified professional with deep roots in the Gulf South and 20+ years at AT&T, Comcast Business, and Ochsner Health.

Mission

To accelerate economic growth and community resilience across the Gulf South by connecting organizations with the technology strategy, connectivity infrastructure, and employer engagement frameworks they need to compete in a modern economy.

Vision

To become the most trusted technology and economic strategy firm in Louisiana and the Gulf South — known for delivering measurable outcomes with deep community roots and national-caliber expertise.

George P. Becnel II, MBA

Baton Rouge, LA

  • 20+ years enterprise B2B sales & account management at AT&T and Comcast Business
  • Employer partnership & population health strategy
  • MBA, Southern University and A&M College
  • B.S. Business Administration, Southern University at New Orleans
  • IBM Certified: Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Design Thinking

Four Service Lines.
Immediate, Funded Demand.

Each service line targets a distinct client segment with specific, measurable outcomes — and the proven expertise to deliver them.

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Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity Advisory

Most clients overpay or underutilize their technology contracts. We level the playing field with insider carrier knowledge, vendor-neutral guidance, and data-driven recommendations.

  • Telecom contract review & renegotiation
  • Broadband access planning
  • Connectivity gap analysis
  • Vendor selection support
  • BEAD program strategy & positioning
$5,000 – $15,000 / engagement
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AI & Technology Readiness

We assess your current technology posture, identify opportunities for AI and data-driven decision making, and build practical roadmaps your team can actually execute.

  • AI readiness assessments
  • Data strategy consulting
  • Technology adoption roadmaps
  • Staff training on AI tools & data literacy
  • Process automation identification
$3,000 – $10,000 · $125–$175/hr
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Podcast & Media Production

From concept to distribution, we help organizations and professionals launch and grow their audio and video podcast presence — with expert consulting and hands-on editing support.

  • Podcast strategy & brand development
  • Audio recording & editing
  • Video podcast production & editing
  • Distribution & platform setup
  • Content planning & episode coaching
Custom pricing per project
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Employer Relations & Workforce Strategy

From opportunity identification to stakeholder engagement, we help organizations navigate government contracting, economic development incentives, and employer partnership strategy.

  • Government contracting readiness
  • LED FastStart & SBA incentive identification
  • Stakeholder mapping & engagement
  • Pitch & proposal development
  • Employer partnership frameworks
$2,500 – $8,000 / engagement

What Sets Us Apart

BCG occupies a unique position — the credibility of a local community insider combined with the technical depth of a national-caliber consultant.

01

Telecom Insider Advantage

We know exactly how AT&T, Comcast, and others price, negotiate, and structure contracts. Clients typically lack this knowledge and overpay. We bring that insider leverage to every connectivity engagement — immediately.

02

Community-Connected Network

Deep Louisiana roots and active leadership in 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge, Alpha Phi Alpha, and the AHA Legislative Committee — trusted in the exact networks that generate consulting clients and partnerships.

03

Rare AI & Technology Credentials

IBM-certified in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Design Thinking — credentials that are uncommon among community-rooted Gulf South consultants. Applied to real problems, not theory.

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Vendor-Neutral, Client-First

No vendor kickbacks. No undisclosed conflicts. BCG's value is built on honest, transparent counsel — bringing Fortune 500-level expertise to organizations that can't afford Fortune 500 firms.

The Gulf South Is at a
Pivotal Moment.

Federal investment, AI adoption pressure, and workforce transformation are creating immediate, funded demand across every BCG service line.

~$1.3B

BEAD Broadband Funding

Louisiana's BEAD program allocation represents a once-in-a-generation investment in digital infrastructure — and organizations need strategic guidance to position for it.

$120K+

Year 1 Revenue Target

BCG projects $120,000–$190,000 in Year 1 revenue across three service lines, scaling to $400,000–$600,000 by Year 3.

EDO & Gov

Underserved Client Segment

Municipalities, EDOs, nonprofits, and small businesses are consistently underserved by large consulting firms — exactly the clients BCG was built to serve.

Who We Serve: Small and mid-size municipalities and parish governments · Economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, and regional planning commissions · Nonprofits and CDFIs · Minority-owned and small businesses navigating technology and government contracting · Health systems and employer partnership programs.

Personal & Small Office IT Services

Beyond strategic advisory work, BCG also offers hands-on personal technology support for individuals, families, and small offices in the Baton Rouge and Houston areas.

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Smartphone & Device Setup

New device setup, data transfer, troubleshooting, and ongoing device management.

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Home & Office Networking

WiFi setup and optimization, router configuration, and small office network design.

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General Tech Support

One-off troubleshooting, software setup, smart home devices, and general IT questions.

Pricing is hourly or per-visit — contact us for a quote.

Ready to Start a Conversation?

Whether you need a telecom contract review, an AI readiness assessment, or help navigating government contracting — let's talk.

George P. Becnel II, MBA

BCG offers initial consultations to understand your needs and identify where we can deliver the most value. No pressure, no vendor agenda — just honest strategic conversation.