What 7Speaking does

7Speaking SAS is a French EdTech company founded in 2001 that provides blended language training to enterprises, higher education institutions, and individual learners. The platform combines self-paced digital modules (interactive lessons, video, quizzes, gamification, weekly-updated current-events content) with synchronous face-to-face sessions delivered by a network of 500+ native-speaking trainers across 12 languages. Adaptive learning algorithms personalize difficulty to each learner's level, and the proprietary e-CLIL methodology integrates professional content with language instruction for dual-skill development. The HR-facing MILA© dashboard gives training managers real-time visibility into employee progress, custom learning paths, and reporting.

The business model centers on subscription-based corporate digital learning licenses, supplemented by individual and group face-to-face course hours, a certification preparation module (MyExam, launched 2024 in partnership with PrepMyFuture), and a partner/reseller program for indirect distribution. Enterprise pricing is quote-based; individual pricing is published in tiered CPF-eligible packages (€825–€3,384). Distribution runs through direct enterprise field sales targeting HR and training managers, a formal channel partner program, and the French CPF public funding scheme for individuals. The company holds Qualiopi, ISO 9001, and Ecovadis Silver certifications, and operates from Paris (headquarters), Bihorel/Rouen, and Courbevoie, with an additional Italy office under parent Learnation Group.

7Speaking became a subsidiary of Learnation Group in 2021, formed from the merger of 7Speaking, PrepMyFuture, 1to1PROGRESS (since integrated into 7Speaking), and Educastream, with stated ambition to become the European EdTech leader in language learning. Reported scale includes €15M turnover in 2021, 2,000+ enterprise customers, 600,000+ trained learners, 82,000+ courses delivered annually, and a 97.8% learner satisfaction rate. Leadership rests with CEO Julie Vignaux, who also heads the Learnation Group.

Name

7Speaking

Legal name

7Speaking SAS

Website

https://7speaking.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

7Speaking is a French EdTech company providing blended language training (digital platform plus native-speaker instruction) to enterprises, higher education institutions, and individual learners across 12 languages, with a proprietary MILA© HR dashboard and €15M turnover reported in 2021.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Corporate Language Training Platform

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Training Course Marketplaces (B2B Content Libraries) (EDAFAIAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Language Learning Content (Apps, Online Courses, Mobile-first) (EDAGAHAM), Online Learning Content & Course Publishing Platforms (BPAMAJAL), Learning Content Bundling & Subscription Passes (All-Access Libraries) (MPACALAL)

Keywords

• Corporate language training
• Digital language learning
• Adaptive learning platform
• Language certification prep
• E-learning platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Digital Learning Licenses: Subscription-based corporate licenses for access to the digital learning platform, with pricing varying by organization size and customization needs
2. Individual and Group Courses: Face-to-face pedagogical sessions (individual and collective lessons) with native-speaking trainers, available as add-on to digital learning or standalone
3. Certification Preparation: Preparation modules for language certifications (TOEIC, Linguaskill, CLOE, BRIGHT, DCL, English 360, Ev@lang) with exam registration and study materials
4. Partner/Reseller Model: Partners resell 7Speaking solutions to their clients, generating recurring revenue through subscription commissions and co-branded offerings

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

7Selling provides an integrated corporate language training ecosystem combining a cloud-based adaptive Digital Learning platform, synchronous Face-to-Face Teaching with native-speaker trainers, and the MILA© HR management dashboard, supporting 12 languages with weekly-updated current events content, certification preparation via MyExam, and a Social Learning Community across 18 professional communities. The solution is sold primarily through subscription-based corporate licenses to HR departments, with parallel individual learner offerings funded through French CPF credits.

Product overview

7Speaking is a language training solution for enterprises and HR departments, consisting of three core integrated components: Digital Learning (self-paced online platform with adaptive technology), Face-to-Face Teaching (synchronous sessions with native trainers), and MILA© (HR management and reporting platform). The ecosystem includes MyExam for certification preparation and a Social Learning Community for peer interaction. The solution is part of the Learnation Group, alongside Educastream (individual learners) and PrepMyFuture (exam preparation), all offering multilingual training across 12 languages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MILA©: HR management platform for managing training needs and tracking employee progress in language learning.
• MyExam
• 1to1PROGRESS

Products and services

• Digital Learning Cloud-based self-paced language training platform offering interactive modules, videos, quizzes, games, and weekly-updated current-events content supporting 12 languages with adaptive learning technology. Sold to enterprise HR departments via subscription corporate licences and to individual learners via CPF.
• Face-to-Face Teaching Personalised synchronous sessions with native-speaker trainers (individual or group formats) for intensive practice targeting specific skills or urgent language needs, available as a standalone service or add-on to Digital Learning licences.
• MILA© Proprietary HR reporting and training management platform enabling organisations to manage training needs, customise learning paths, and track detailed employee progress in real time with analytics. Sold to enterprise HR departments as part of the corporate licence.
• MyExam Certification preparation module partnered with PrepMyFuture offering targeted training, methodological guides, adaptive progression, exam simulations, and performance analysis for language certifications (TOEIC, Linguaskill, CLOE, BRIGHT, DCL, English 360, Ev@lang).
• Social Learning Community Collaborative learning space connecting learners with peers and native speakers through linguistic exchanges, group discussions, and collaborative projects across 18 professional communities animated by experts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97.8% learner satisfaction rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• PrepMyFuturecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Partnership to offer MyExam certification preparation platform within 7Speaking's Digital Learning solution. MyExam provides targeted training, methodological guides, adaptive progression, and exam simulations for language certifications. Includes prep for TOEIC, Linguaskill, CLOE, and other certifications.
• ETS GlobalcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized TOEIC test preparation partner providing exercises specifically tailored to TOEIC test types, content aligned with latest TOEIC standards, 7 mock exams, 120 study guides, and 2,400 practice exercises
• Cambridge EnglishcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for Linguaskill certification testing, offering flexible and comprehensive English assessment for reading, writing, listening, and speaking with results available within 48 hours
• CCI FrancecoreTechnology or IntegrationChambre de Commerce et d'Industrie France partner for CLOE certification (RS6435, RS6437, RS6438, RS6439), available through CPF or independently
• Learnation GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company formed from merger of 7Speaking, PrepMyFuture, 1to1PROGRESS (now 7Speaking), and Educastream. Aims to establish itself as European leader in EdTech for language learning with over 20 years of combined experience.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Speexx: Speexx is a direct competitor offering cloud-based language training, business coaching, and skills assessment for global enterprises, mirroring 7Speaking's hybrid digital-plus-human model and HR dashboard reporting.
• goFLUENT: goFLUENT is a direct competitor combining AI-driven language learning with live tutoring for enterprise workforces, competing head-to-head with 7Speaking in corporate language training programs.
• Babbel for Business: Babbel for Business extends the consumer Babbel app into enterprise self-paced language learning, directly competing with 7Speaking's digital learning subscription offering.
• Busuu for Business: Busuu's enterprise plan offers self-paced language courses with progress tracking and admin tools, positioning it as a direct competitor in the B2B language learning space.
• Voxy: Voxy provides customized online language training for corporations and educational institutions with adaptive learning and reporting, comparable in scope and customer profile to 7Speaking.
• LINGODA: LINGODA offers live group classes and self-study with certified teachers across multiple languages, overlapping with 7Speaking's face-to-face teaching plus digital learning hybrid model.

Broad incumbents

• Berlitz Corporation: Berlitz is a long-established global language training and cultural education provider offering both corporate and consumer programs, serving as a broad incumbent comparable to 7Speaking's enterprise language training business.
• EF Corporate Language Training (EF Education First): EF Education First's corporate division delivers global language training and cultural programs for multinational enterprises, positioning it as a broad incumbent in the same category as 7Speaking.
• Rosetta Stone (IXL Language): Rosetta Stone, now part of IXL Learning, offers consumer and enterprise language learning solutions globally, representing a broad incumbent competitor to 7Speaking's enterprise platform.

Emerging players

• Preply Business: Preply's B2B offering delivers 1:1 tutor-led language training with admin reporting, positioning it as an emerging player in the corporate language training space overlapping with 7Speaking.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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