Today we’d like to introduce you to Kattya Distefano.
Hi Kattya , we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Hi, I’m Kattya. I was born in Mexico City and immigrated to the United States when I was five years old. My parents are my heroes, their courage and determination in building a new life shaped who I am today and taught me resilience from a very young age.
I grew up in Katy, Texas, and later pursued a degree in Graphic Design with a focus on product branding. After graduating, I struggled to find a job in my field and took a position as a promotional model at the Offshore Technology Conference. That experience unexpectedly opened the door to a career in sales and marketing within the energy sector.
From there, my path led me into supply chain and logistics, where I worked with heavy-haul trucking companies and later in international logistics, managing large-scale global projects with DHL. Along the way, I felt a strong calling that God had bigger plans for me. Plans that combined my creativity, business acumen, and passion for people.
That calling inspired me to launch my own boutique marketing and corporate events company. Today, my business is a reflection of every chapter of my journey. My strength lies in building brands and helping them shine through experiential marketing that creates meaningful, memorable connections.
Outside of work, I love volunteering for animal rights causes, traveling, taking a great spin class, and staying actively involved in my community.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It has not been easy. I had to start working at a young age, by 15, my mother was struggling to pay the bills, and I learned the value of hard work early on. Along the way, I also faced discrimination in the workplace for being a latin woman, experiences that ultimately made me stronger and more determined. Those challenges taught me not only how to persevere, but also how to set boundaries and learn that saying “no” is just as important as saying “yes.”
We’ve been impressed with Kattya & Co. , but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Kattya & Co. is a boutique marketing and corporate events company built at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and experience. We specialize in experiential marketing, brand positioning, and high-impact trade show and corporate event execution, helping companies and individuals stand out in crowded, competitive spaces.
What sets us apart is our unique blend of creative branding expertise and deep operational experience. With a background spanning graphic design, sales, logistics, and global supply chain management, we understand not only how brands should look and feel, but also how to execute flawlessly behind the scenes. This allows us to deliver experiences that are both visually compelling and strategically sound.
We are especially known for creating purpose-driven, memorable experiences, events and activations that tell a story, build authentic connections, and leave a lasting impression long after the event ends. Whether we’re supporting startups, corporations, or mission-driven organizations, our approach is always highly personalized and hands-on.
Brand-wise, I am most proud that Kattya & Co. is a direct reflection of my journey. Resilient, intentional, and people-centered. Our brand stands for integrity, community, and impact. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions; we believe in helping brands shine by honoring who they truly are.
What I want readers to know is that Kattya & Co. is more than a marketing or events company, we are a strategic partner.
We help our clients elevate their presence, tell their story with confidence, and create experiences that matter.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
Being Resilient, Honest, Brave and Authentic.
Being a good listener is important too and staying Humble! 🙂
Pricing:
- $150/hour
- $5,000 – $25,000 K websites
- Corporate Events – Ranges
- Tradeshows – we help to stay on time and on budget
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.kattyaandco.com
- Instagram: @kattyaandco
- Facebook: @kattyaandco
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kattyadistefano
Image Credits
Kadenco and Visual Impact Marketing
