Matthew John Heath
LATAM Risk and Crisis Analysis and Consulting
Matthew John Heath is an honorably discharged United States Marine Corps veteran, security consultant, and international commentator with deep expertise in risk analysis, crisis response, and geopolitical security dynamics across Latin America. His professional work spans government advisory, corporate strategic risk mitigation, and high-stakes advocacy for wrongful detainees.
After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he specialized in communications and signals intelligence and was decorated for valor during early battles of the Iraq War, Matthew transitioned to global security consulting. He has supported U.S. government programs and private-sector partners with security strategy, situational analysis, and operational planning worldwide.
In 2020, Matthew was arrested and wrongfully detained by Venezuelan authorities on politically motivated charges. During this period, his case became an international human rights and diplomatic focal point, drawing support from U.S. government leaders and advocacy coalitions determined to secure his freedom. In 2022, he was released as part of a prisoner exchange and has since continued his work advocating for others unjustly detained abroad while building his consulting practice.
Core Values
Integrity — Clarity — Commitment
Matthew’s work is guided by a commitment to truth, rigorous analysis, and the ethical responsibilities inherent in protecting people and organizations facing danger or legal-political complexity.
LATAM Risk & Crisis Analysis and Consulting provides tailored services in:
- Strategic Risk Assessment: In-depth analysis of political, economic, and security risks affecting operations in Latin America.
- Crisis Response Planning: Development of contingency frameworks to help organizations prepare for and respond to emerging threats.
- Advisory Services: Guiding multinational corporations, NGOs, and government entities on security strategy and regional threat landscapes.
- Advocacy and Public Commentary: Speaking and publishing on issues of wrongful detention, international law, and diplomatic engagement.
Matthew’s approach blends military-grade operational discipline with nuanced geopolitical insight — supporting clients in volatile environments where uncertainty is the norm.