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Jean-Baptiste Requien

Observer · DISC type ci
Chief Operating Officer at Thesleff Group
📍 London Area, United Kingdom

Jean-Baptiste Requien is the Chief Operating Officer at Thesleff Group, an award-winning executive with over 25 years of experience developing and expanding luxury restaurant brands like The Ivy Asia and D&D London. A graduate of EHL, he specializes in driving operational excellence and international growth.

He is deeply passionate about the hospitality sectors future, frequently advocating for the industry and sharing insights on navigating its challenges. He is focused on building and inspiring strong teams, viewing leadership and effective communication as key drivers of success in the business.

During his tenure at D&D London, he directed operations for a portfolio of 44 distinct venues.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Jean-Baptiste shows up

Value Driven
Example Seeker
Assertive

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince. They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Priorities

Topics Jean-Baptiste cares about

Hospitality Advocacy
Actively voices concerns about the fragility of the hospitality industry, sharing articles and opinions on the need for government support and strategic change.
Luxury Brand Expansion
His career is defined by growing premium restaurant concepts, currently focused on accelerating Thesleff Group's portfolio, including the Los Mochis brand.
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Career

Work history

10-2022
Chief Operating Officer
Thesleff Group
11-2021 - 10-2022
Chief Operating Officer
The Ivy Asia
2-2018 - 11-2021
Director Of Operations
D&D London
8-2016 - 1-2018
Managing Director
Park Chinois
8-2015 - 7-2016
Director Of Operations
Big Easy Restaurants
In the press

Media appearances

Meet the Team | Thesleff Group. Featured in Thesleff Group (official website)
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Thesleff Group (2025 Winner: Visionary Leadership Awards). Featured in SME News
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Education
1997 - 2001
Bachelor Degree
EHL
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Calculativeness (C)

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