Representative Engagements

Our work supports high-stakes decisions—from immigration petitions to capital raising and business transactions.

IMMIGRATION CASE - E-2 VISA PETITION

Structuring a USCIS-Aligned E-2 Business Plan for U.S. Expansion

CASE SNAPSHOT

  • E-2 visa expansion from Ecuador to the U.S.

  • USCIS-aligned business plan and 5-year financial model

  • Submission-ready case coordinated with immigration counsel

Client Profile

Founder and CEO of an Ecuador–based company expanding into the United States through an E-2 visa, relocating with family to establish and grow a service-based business in Houston, Texas. The client was working with immigration counsel and required a business plan and financial projections capable of withstanding USCIS scrutiny.

The Challenge

While the client had:

  • an established business abroad

  • committed capital for U.S. expansion

  • legal support from immigration counsel

the case required translating an existing operation into a credible, U.S.-focused business plan and financial framework.

Key challenges included:

  • Adapting the business model to the U.S. market context

  • Developing financial projections aligned with a new operational footprint

  • Structuring a realistic hiring plan tied to growth

  • Ensuring full consistency between narrative, projections, and USCIS expectations

The objective was not just to present a viable business, but to build a coherent, defensible case under USCIS review.

Our Approach

We worked closely with the client and immigration counsel to develop a fully integrated business plan and financial model, aligned with both operational reality and petition requirements.

1. U.S. Market & Business Model Structuring

  • Adapted the existing business model for the U.S. market

  • Refined pricing, positioning, and service delivery

  • Defined a clear operational setup for launch in Houston

2. Financial Model Development

  • Built a 5-year projection model

  • Aligned revenue assumptions with market entry and capacity

  • Structured cost base, hiring plan, and cash flow dynamics

3. Hiring & Growth Alignment

  • Developed a phased hiring plan tied to revenue growth

  • Ensured staffing levels were both realistic and supportive of scale

  • Connected hiring strategy directly to financial projections

4. USCIS-Aligned Documentation

  • Structured the business plan to support:

    • investment deployment

    • operational launch

    • economic impact

  • Ensured full consistency across all sections: narrative, operations, and financials

5. Attorney Coordination

  • Incorporated feedback from immigration counsel

  • Addressed case-specific requirements

  • Delivered a submission-ready document package

The Outcome

The engagement resulted in:

  • A comprehensive E-2 business plan aligned with USCIS expectations

  • A fully integrated financial model tied to real operations

  • A clear articulation of:

    • growth trajectory

    • hiring plan

    • economic contribution

The case was positioned as credible, structured, and ready for submission

Key Takeaways

  • Expanding an existing business into the U.S. requires reframing the model—not copying it

  • Financial projections must be grounded in operational reality

  • Consistency across narrative and numbers is critical under USCIS review

Planning an E-2 or L-1 Visa Case?

We work with entrepreneurs and immigration attorneys to develop:

  • E-2 and L-1 business plans

  • Financial models aligned with visa petitions

  • Investor-ready, defensible documentation

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FINANCIAL MODELING CASE - INFRASTRUCTURE PPP

Financial Model for a PPP Infrastructure Project at a Major U.S. Port

CASE SNAPSHOT

  • Shore power PPP at a major U.S. port

  • Cross-border SPV with structured capital and financial projections

  • Investor-grade model supporting evaluation and partner alignment

Client Profile

A special purpose vehicle (SPV) formed to participate in a public-private partnership (PPP) for the implementation of shore power infrastructure at a major U.S. port.

The structure included partners from the United States and Latin America, requiring alignment across capital contributions, governance, and financial expectations

The Challenge

The engagement required building a robust, investor-grade financial model for a complex infrastructure opportunity tied to a high-traffic port.

Key challenges included:

  • Translating a technically complex infrastructure project into financial drivers

  • Structuring a model appropriate for a PPP environment

  • Aligning cross-border partners with different financial expectations

  • Modeling long-term adoption and utilization dynamics

  • Creating outputs suitable for investment evaluation and partner discussions

The objective was to develop a model that could support both PPP participation and informed investment decisions

Our Approach

We developed a structured financial model tailored to infrastructure and PPP dynamics, with a focus on clarity, flexibility, and defensibility.

1. Revenue & Utilization Modeling

  • Defined revenue drivers based on port activity and shore power adoption

  • Modeled utilization scenarios reflecting operational ramp-up

  • Linked technical assumptions to financial performance

2. Capital Structure & Funding Framework

  • Modeled equity contributions from U.S. and Latin American partners

  • Incorporated timing of capital deployment

  • Structured funding aligned with project phases

3. Cost & Infrastructure Modeling

  • Structured CAPEX for shore power installation

  • Modeled operating costs tied to utilization and maintenance

  • Integrated long-term cost dynamics

4. Scenario & Sensitivity Analysis

  • Developed base, upside, and downside scenarios

  • Tested key variables (utilization, pricing, timing)

  • Provided visibility into risk and return

5. Investor-Ready Outputs

  • Integrated financial statements

  • Key metrics (returns, payback, capital requirements)

  • Clear outputs for partner and investor discussions

The Outcome

The final model provided:

  • A clear and structured view of project economics

  • Alignment across cross-border stakeholders

  • A framework to support PPP participation and investment evaluation

The model became a central tool for analysis, coordination, and decision-making

Key Takeaways

  • Infrastructure models must translate technical complexity into financial clarity

  • PPP structures require alignment across stakeholders and assumptions

  • Scenario analysis is essential to evaluate risk and long-term viability

Evaluating an Infrastructure or Investment Opportunity?

We build financial models for:

  • Infrastructure and PPP opportunities

  • Capital raising and investor evaluation

  • Strategic and cross-border business planning

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VALUATION CASE - LBO TRANSACTION

Valuation and LBO Modeling for the Acquisition of a Chilean Media Company

CASE SNAPSHOT

  • Acquisition of a Chilean television network

  • LBO model incorporating cash flow, working capital, and financing structure

  • Framework supporting valuation, deal structuring, and negotiation

Client Profile

Advisory support provided in connection with the due diligence process for the potential acquisition of a television network in Chile.

The engagement involved collaboration with stakeholders evaluating the transaction, requiring a structured financial framework to assess value, financing, and deal feasibility.

The Challenge

The transaction required developing a defensible valuation and leveraged buyout (LBO) model to support investment decisions in a complex media asset.

Key challenges included:

  • Assessing cash flow generation and sustainability in a media business

  • Structuring a working capital framework aligned with operations

  • Modeling sources and uses of funds for the transaction

  • Incorporating financing assumptions and leverage dynamics

  • Translating due diligence findings into a coherent valuation framework

The objective was to build a model that could support both valuation analysis and transaction structuring

Our Approach

We contributed to the development of a comprehensive financial and LBO model, integrating operating performance with transaction-level assumptions.

1. Cash Flow Analysis

  • Developed forward-looking cash flow projections

  • Evaluated revenue stability and cost structure

  • Assessed sustainability of operating performance

2. Working Capital & Operating Drivers

  • Structured working capital assumptions

  • Linked operational drivers to cash flow generation

  • Ensured consistency across projections

3. Sources & Uses of Funds

  • Modeled transaction structure

  • Defined capital allocation and funding requirements

  • Aligned uses of capital with acquisition strategy

4. Financing & Leverage Structure

  • Incorporated debt and equity assumptions

  • Modeled leverage impact on returns

  • Evaluated repayment capacity and risk

5. LBO & Valuation Framework

  • Built an integrated LBO model

  • Derived valuation ranges based on projected performance

  • Assessed returns under different scenarios

The Outcome

The final model enabled:

  • A clear view of transaction economics and feasibility

  • A structured framework for valuation and financing decisions

  • Alignment between operational performance and deal structure

👉 The model served as a decision-making tool for evaluating the acquisition and negotiating terms

Key Takeaways

  • Valuation in transactions depends on cash flow quality and structure

  • LBO models require tight integration of operations, financing, and returns

  • Clear sources and uses are critical to understanding deal feasibility

Evaluating a Transaction or Acquisition?

We support transactions through:

  • Valuation analysis

  • LBO and financing models

  • Due diligence financial structuring

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