Find a consultant Catalina Abud CastañoAssociate PartnerChile +56998741437Based in Santiago, Catalina leads the Mining, Engineering, and Natural Resources Divisions, specialising in Executive Search for Board Members and C-Levels. She serves as an ESG and DE&I Ambassador.Get in touch Catalina brings over 16 years of experience in industrial sectors, with a decade specialising in executive and professional search within mining, engineering, and natural resources. As a Principal Associate at Page Executive in Chile, she has successfully partnered with clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations, offering them tailored solutions that address their specific needs.Catalina's postgraduate studies in Project Management and Business Development from the University of Chile, complemented by certifications in coaching and mentoring, equip her to focus on people and organisational development. She is committed to delivering comprehensive solutions, identifying the right opportunities in the talent market across the sectors she specialises in. Catalina thrives on tackling challenges related to talent and business, using her extensive market knowledge and networking abilities to deliver innovative strategies. She excels in strategic planning, decision-making, and supporting C-level clients with a deep understanding of their unique requirements.Outside of work, Catalina is passionate about learning, particularly in areas such as leadership, neuroscience, and people development trends. She enjoys outdoor activities like trekking and road biking with her life partner Emilio and finds joy in exploring new places with his children, her nephew, and their dog Nutella.IndustryIndustryEnergy & Natural ResourcesIndustrialFunctionFunctionBoard LevelOperational & General ManagementSustainabilityEngineering & ManufacturingSalesTrack RecordCEO - Multinational Company with head courts in USACEO and executive Sales Manager - Multinational Company with head courts in GermanyOperational Director - Multinational Company with head courts in USAExpansion Regional Manager - Multinational Company with head courts in PerúMore Principals and Partners in Latin America Ainara OrmazabalManaging Partner ChileIndustrialProfessional Services & ConsultancyIn 2013, Ainara relocated to Chile and her experience includes the recruitment of senior managers across a diverse range of sectors. Humberto WahrhaftigSenior Partner BrazilIndustrialHumberto has extensive experience in Family Business, Boards, and Non-Executive Directors in Brazil. He specialises in C-level recruitment and advisory services, making him a key asset for Jaime Domínguez FloresSenior Partner MexicoConsumerTechnology Media & TelecomsJaime is the Technology and Consumer & Retail Regional Lead at Page Executive. He specialises in CIO, CTO, CISO, CMO, CSO, and CEO roles across tech, retail, FMCG, and consumer Paola PulgarínSenior Partner ColombiaLife SciencesConsumerPaola specializes in C-Level, Board Members and Advisory Services recruitment. She focuses on DE&I, Sustainability, and Family Businesses. She also serves as an ESG Ambassador in Colombia, Patricio GarretónSenior Partner MexicoFinancial ServicesSpecialized on executive-level appointments within banking and financial services. Paulo Rodrigo DiasSenior Partner BrazilEnergy & Natural ResourcesProperty & ConstructionPaulo has extensive experience focused on Global People Board Members, Heads of Energy, Infrastructure, and Construction. He specialises in executive search, assessment, and ESG. Armando VazquezPartner MexicoLife SciencesArmando has been on the lookout for top leaders since 2005, earning his stripes as a consultant in top multinationals. In that time, he curated his knowledge of sectors including Healthcare, Fabiola GonzalezPartner MexicoConsumerOver her career, Fabiola has accumulated a wealth of knowledge in recruitment, first cutting her teeth with operational roles, before making the leap to senior and C-level positions, working Manuel FerreroPartner MexicoLife SciencesManuel is an expert in executive search, leading Healthcare and Life Sciences division in Latam. He also represents PageGroup in the Mexican-Spanish Chamber of Commerce. View all consultantsTestimonials Catalina expertly handled a highly specific position that required extensive market knowledge. She fully understood our needs and provided valuable advice. Her communication was excellent, always available and patient, even as the process took longer than expected. Catalina was transparent about any challenges and delivered on all agreed commitments. Gonzalo Alegría, HR Manager, Equinox
