Jean-Pierre Vales

Partner, France

Based in Lyon, Jean-Pierre has 30+ years’ professional experience in various roles within the telecom industry. He is a results driven and resourceful senior executive with a proven track record of developing, driving and managing telecom strategy and change in Europe. 


In 1999, Jean-Pierre joined Colt Technology Services, where he progressed through the company to become Regional Sales Director, covering several countries in the Wholesale Market. His team’s success was incredible, reaching 58% revenue growth year on year and a €34m yearly booking.


He went on to transform Colt’s brand in the wholesale telecommunications industry, re-built a €500m business and was voted the Best Wholesale Team in the World at Capacity Europe


Jean-Pierre is married, has a 20 year-old son and is passionate about sport, especially football. He built his own house and loves travel and cinema.

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