About Jean Paul Giudicelli
Born in San José, Costa Rica, on October 17, 1962, Jean Paul Giudicelli is today the COO of Casapan, a renowned bakery business in Honduras. With a rich background in television, sports, and coffee shop entrepreneurship, and now leading in the food business, his journey is a testament to the adaptability and ambition that he carries with him. Beyond his professional pursuits, Giudicelli is known for his dedication to charity, love for reading, and passion for seeking knowledge and peace.
Returning to Honduras in 2018, Giudicelli assumed the mantle of COO at Casapan. Under his leadership, the business witnessed an integration of fresh ideas, the incorporation of modern technologies, and an ambitious vision for both local and international expansion.
Commencing his career in broadcasting, Giudicelli joined Corporacion Televicentro in Honduras as a sportscaster. He co-hosted the popular “5 Deportivo” and led his show, “Micro Deportivas.” After enhancing his skills in TV production in Venezuela, he returned to Honduras, contributing to Vica Television and Antenna Producciones. Parallelly, his voice echoed on the radio through his sports show on Suprema FM.
In the early 2000s, Giudicelli ventured into the coffee business, opening his first two cafeterias named “Cafetto´s” in 2001. By 2005, he expanded his coffee empire to seven shops, all strategically located in Costa Rica’s main shopping centers.
Giudicelli’s foundation was laid at the Methodist High School, where he excelled in sports, especially volleyball, and showcased leadership skills as the Vice President of the student government. His academic journey later took him to Venezuela to study TV production.
Giudicelli’s heart for giving is evident in his contributions to various charities. From supporting initiatives like the Red Cross, assisting with flood relief in the US, and backing the Catholic Church, his philanthropic pursuits span wide and far.
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