Kate Festle

Kate is the Healthcare M&A Industry Lead at West Monroe, guiding healthcare M&A transactions and helping clients drive growth through technology and strategic insight. A trusted guide in the healthcare M&A space, Kate partners with private equity and strategic buyers to navigate complex transactions. Leveraging her deep expertise in provider, payer, and life sciences technology, Kate delivers value in pre-acquisition due diligence, post-merger integration, and strategic growth planning—positioning clients for success in a dynamic healthcare market.

With a passion for behavioral health, Kate has led more than 50 buy-side, sell-side, and technology transformation initiatives. Recently, she helped a large behavioral health client design a three-year enterprise technology strategy, driving revenue growth and market expansion. She was recognized by M&A Advisor for her work in healthcare M&A and is frequently cited in leading publications, including Axios. Prior to West Monroe, Kate held key roles in healthcare consulting at Guidehouse and R1.

Kate’s All-In Mindset

An outdoor enthusiast, Kate enjoys cycling and skiing, and has biked through the Alps and Pyrenees. She’s also dedicated to fostering female talent through our Women’s Leadership Network and active in community service supporting residents with developmental disabilities.