John Darling
Strategic Advisor @Atheneum
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WORK HISTORY
Strategic Advisor @Atheneum
London, GB
EDUCATION
Birmingham City University
Postgraduate, Business/Managerial Economics
Oslo Technical College
Electrical Engineer, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
The Open University
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Finance and Financial Management Services
ABOUT JOHN DARLING
Hospitality leader with 25+ years of international experience driving business growth, market entry, brand transformation, and operational excellence across Europe, the US, and the Middle East.I specialise in concept development, openings, turnarounds, and performance improvement across casual dining, fine dining, bars, and nightlife—from inception through to international scale, including delivery at Michelin-star standards.My experience includes: • Full P&L ownership, budgeting, forecasting, governance, and controls • Building high-performing teams through coaching, structure, and talent development • Translating brand vision into scalable operations, guest experience consistency, and commercial results • Launching and revitalising concepts with strong discipline around quality and executionI’m passionate about developing brands that balance integrity, profitability, and culture—and I work best with high-ambition teams who value excellence and accountability.
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