Benjamin COSTARepresentative Director & General Manager

Benjamin Costa took the lead of La Maison du Chocolat Japon in 2020. Prior to this role, he founded and led his own international business development agency named JB&B, based in Osaka, for nearly 4 years. He also managed the development of CCIFJ outside of Tokyo from 2015 to 2017, while based in Kansai. Previously, he built extensive experience in the retail and online sectors. He developed and managed stores and websites as a GM in action sports industry in France for 13 years.

With a broad and diversified experience, Benjamin has cultivated a solid entrepreneurial mindset. He consistently challenges himself to redefine strategies that enhance the development and performance of the companies he is involved with. His leadership is marked by guiding his team to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.