Aran Chaiyawat

About

Aran Chaiyawat is the Group Chief Executive Officer of the firm, leading its global strategy and operations across Southeast Asia and Latin America. He brings over 20 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate transformation, and cross-border expansion, with a particular focus on emerging markets. Prior to founding the firm, Aran held senior leadership roles at top-tier consulting organizations including McKinsey & Company and Boston Consulting Group, where he advised Fortune 500 companies, sovereign wealth funds, and leading Southeast Asian conglomerates. Aran is widely recognized for his ability to bridge high-growth markets, helping clients navigate complex strategic decisions across Asia and Latin America. His work spans industries such as energy, telecommunications, consumer goods, and digital platforms. He is passionate about building a new generation of consulting firm rooted in emerging markets, combining global rigor with local insight.

Expertise

Key Achievements

• Founded and scaled a cross-regional consulting platform connecting Southeast Asia and Latin America

• Led over 100+ strategy engagements across 15+ countries

• Advised on multi-billion-dollar market entry and expansion strategies

• Built long-term partnerships with leading conglomerates in Thailand and Brazil

• Recognized as a trusted advisor to C-level executives on high-stakes transformation initiatives

Education

• MBA, Strategy & Finance — INSEAD
• Bachelor of Economics — Chulalongkorn University