SERVICES
What We Do
Kattan Consulting operates where large advisory firms cannot — with the direct involvement of a former CEO and board chair who has navigated these situations firsthand.
SPECIAL SITUATION TRANSACTIONS
Strategic Transactions & Capital Advisory
We specialize in complex M&A transactions where traditional investment banks fail to deliver. Our expertise lies in navigating the deals that demand unconventional thinking — distressed assets, cross-border complexities, stakeholder misalignment, and situations where standard approaches break down.
◆ Special situation and distressed M&A advisory
◆ Cross-border transaction structuring
◆ Strategic acquisition orchestration
◆ Post-merger integration planning
◆ Valuation in complex scenarios
Led due diligence, valuation, and integration strategy for the acquisition of DirecTV South America, a top-tier regional media company.
Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience
Born from direct experience leading national cybersecurity strategy, this practice brings government-grade frameworks to corporate boards and infrastructure operators. Cybersecurity is a board-level risk and strategic priority.
◆ SOC (Security Operations Center) as a Service
◆ Cybersecurity strategy and governance
◆ Threat detection and incident response
◆ Compliance and risk assessment
◆ Critical infrastructure protection
Led the cybersecurity strategy for the Republic of Colombia as Presidential Advisor. CISO-certified by Duke University (2025).
ADVISOR PRACTICE
Full Capabilities
Energy Transition
Advisory for companies navigating the energy transition — from oil & gas to renewables. Board-level experience guiding multibillion-dollar investments in hydrogen and decarbonization at Ecopetrol.
Digital Infrastructure & Transformation
From infrastructure modernization to business model innovation. Pioneered Latin America's first city-wide fiber optics deployment and led Colombia's national digital transformation agenda.
Board Advisory & Governance
Strategic counsel on board composition, governance frameworks, and director effectiveness. Experience chairing Ecopetrol ($30B+ NYSE-listed) and serving on 8+ boards across energy, telecom, and infrastructure.
Corporate Turnaround
Transforming underperforming organizations into market leaders. Track record includes ETB's 30%+ EBITDA growth and preparing state-owned enterprises for IPO readiness.
International Transformation
Strategic market entry for companies expanding across borders. Led Café Juan Valdez's U.S. expansion with 20% sales growth and built strategic alliances across North America and Europe.
Strategy & Corporate Finance
Corporate strategies that drive sustainable growth. We work with C-suite leaders and boards to refine positioning, optimize capital allocation, and build durable competitive advantage.
When We Are Called
Kattan Consulting is typically engaged in situations where the stakes are high and the margin for error is low:
◆ Complex transactions
◆ Transformation or turnaround situations
◆ Governance challenges
◆ Strategic inflection points
INDUSTIRES
Critical Infrastructure We Serve
Deep domain expertise across capital-intensive industries, developed through 25+ years of executive leadership and board governance.
Energy Transition
Oil & Gas
Financial Services
Media & Entertainment
Government
Telecom
Consumer Brands
Digital Platforms
Let's Discuss Your Challenge
Every transformation begins with a conversation. Tell us about your situation and we'll outline how we can advise.