What Wokine does

Wokine is a privately held French digital agency founded in 2004 by Nicolas Quilliet and headquartered in Lille, with a second regional office opened in Annecy in 2025. The firm designs and develops custom digital solutions, including websites, e-commerce platforms, mobile applications, extranets/intranets, and digital marketing campaigns, primarily for mid-market and enterprise clients across France and Switzerland. Its technology stack centers on modern JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, Nuxt.js, React Native), PHP (Laravel), and leading CMS/e-commerce platforms (WordPress, WooCommerce, PrestaShop), with WebGL used for immersive 3D experiences and headless architectures for content-driven sites. Wokine complements client services with proprietary sub-brands: the Wokine Extranet (a client portal with integrated ChatGPT, SEO, and Google Analytics tools), Wokine Odyssey (digital training), Le Klap (content creation), and the KOWIN Startup Studio (a digital-for-equity incubation program).

The agency's go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven, anchored by in-person consultation meetings, co-construction workshops, and multi-year project contracts. Named long-term clients include Kerialis (insurance, 5+ years), METAROM (food flavorings, 3+ years), ARTFX (education, 4+ years), and multiple Decathlon subsidiaries (ACCRO, Kipsta, Decathlon Switzerland). Pricing is fully custom and quote-based, with no public rate cards. The agency holds an RSE Agences Actives 3-star certification (since 2021), is GDPR- and RGAA-compliant, and participates in CSR initiatives including donating 1% of turnover to local impact associations and full coverage of employee public transport costs.

With approximately 20 employees, Wokine operates as a boutique agency whose value proposition combines creative differentiation (30+ industry awards from Awwwards, CSSDesignAwards, and FWA), long-tenured senior talent, and a responsible-digital positioning. Recent strategic emphasis has shifted toward geographic expansion (Annecy), productized offerings (KOWIN startup studio, Divercity healthcare mobile app), and ecosystem engagement with academic and healthcare partners, suggesting an intent to evolve from a pure services model toward a more diversified agency-plus-product structure.

Name

Wokine

Legal name

Wokine

Website

https://wokine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Wokine is a French digital agency founded in 2004 that designs custom websites, e-commerce platforms, mobile apps, and digital strategies for mid-market and enterprise clients. Headquartered in Lille with a regional office in Annecy (opened 2025), the firm employs approximately 20 people and serves clients across France and Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lille

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Digital Project Services: Project-based professional services for website development, e-commerce, extranet/intranet, mobile applications, digital strategy, and creative design. Revenue is generated through bespoke project contracts with clients requiring full-service digital transformation.
2. Startup Studio Equity: Digital for equity arrangement where Wokine provides expertise, workspace, and ecosystem access to startups in exchange for equity stakes. Startups operate in mobile apps, SaaS platforms, community, and e-commerce domains.
3. Training Services (Odyssey): Digital training and Learning Experience programs for professional development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Wokine is a full-service digital agency that designs, develops and operates bespoke digital solutions for businesses, spanning digital strategy, web design and creative direction, UX/UI design, custom web development, e-commerce platforms, mobile applications, and extranet/intranet systems. Complementary standalone offerings include the Wokine Odyssey training program, Le Klap x Wokine content creation service, the Wokine Startup Studio (KOWIN) for startup co-development with equity, and eco-design services for sustainable digital projects.

Product overview

Wokine is a full-service digital agency founded in 2004 with offices in Lille and Annecy, France, offering an integrated portfolio of digital services. The core offering spans strategy and consulting, creative direction and UX/UI design, and technical web development using modern frameworks and CMS platforms. The agency operates complementary sub-brands including Wokine Odyssey (digital training), Le Klap x Wokine (content creation), and a Startup Studio (incubator program with KOWIN methodology). Client services are supported by an Extranet portal providing project management, training, and AI tools. Specialized offerings include eco-design services for sustainable web development, accessibility compliance (RGAA), and mobile application development including the Divercity inclusive navigation app ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wokine Odyssey: Digital training and Learning Experience program offering professional development courses.
• Le Klap
• KOWIN
• 1 Pourcent

Products and services

• Digital Strategy & Consulting Strategic consulting service including market research, brand positioning, digital strategy development, workshops and training to guide clients through their digital transformation journey.
• Web Design & Creative Direction Brand identity, logo, webdesign, UX, creative writing, photography, motion design and video production services for creating immersive digital experiences.
• Web Development Custom web development using modern frameworks (Laravel, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Next, WebGL) and CMS/e-commerce platforms (WordPress, WooCommerce, PrestaShop, Shopify, headless architectures) for websites, e-commerce sites, extranets, intranets and web applications.
• Digital Marketing & E-commerce SEO/SEA, social media, paid media, CRM, data analytics, e-commerce optimization, marketing automation, storytelling and email marketing services to drive visibility and conversion.
• UX/UI Design User experience research, persona development, wireframing, user testing and interface design placing users at the center of digital product creation.
• Extranet / Intranet Development Custom web applications for internal business process optimization (intranet) and customer relationship management (extranet), ultra-personalized to client processes and brand requirements.
• Mobile Application Development Custom mobile application development using React Native and web technologies, with accessibility compliance and inclusive design features.
• Eco-Design Services Sustainable web development reducing digital environmental footprint through optimized performance, lightweight pages and responsible technical choices.
• Wokine Startup Studio (KOWIN) Startup incubator program offering digital expertise, dedicated workspace and access to an entrepreneurial ecosystem in exchange for equity, delivered through the proprietary KOWIN method with design thinking, prototyping, and 6-month immersive co-development.
• Wokine Odyssey (Digital Training) Digital training and Learning Experience program offering professional development courses in digital skills, marketing and technology for individuals and teams.
• Le Klap x Wokine (Content Creation) Content creation service offering powerful visual and written content to increase client visibility and brand awareness through creative campaigns.

Quantifiable outcome

• 22,290 visits/month for Novelty project (showcasing performance capabilities)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Centre Hospitalier Le Vinatier / iMIND Centre d'ExcellencecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Wokine developed the Divercity mobile application ecosystem for the Centre Hospitalier Le Vinatier's inclusive city initiative. The partnership includes collaboration with iMIND Centre d'Excellence, Shape Med Lyon, Humans Matter, Mengrov, and Orange as supporter.
• Université Lyon 2coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner in the Divercity project, contributing research expertise on neurodevelopmental disorders and autism spectrum conditions.
• OrangeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate supporter of the Divercity initiative for inclusive city navigation.
• EnchanterresminorOthersFood waste recovery partner. Enchanterres collects and processes food waste from the agency as part of sustainable waste management commitments.
• Entrepreneur Ecosystem NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWokine's startup studio provides access to an ecosystem of entrepreneurs and partners who support startup development. This includes Réseau Entreprendre Nord and La French Tech Lille connections through Nicolas Quilliet's speaking engagements.
• Local Schools and UniversitiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelphine Bontemps contributes to educational program development at schools and universities for the next generation of digital professionals. The agency also hosts interns and apprentices regularly.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Dagobert: Paris-based digital creative agency providing custom web development, design, and digital transformation services — directly comparable in offering and creative-award positioning.
• The Refinery: French digital agency specialized in custom web platforms, e-commerce, and digital transformation for mid-market and enterprise clients — closely comparable service offering.
• Clever Age: French digital services firm delivering custom web/e-commerce development, UX/UI, and digital strategy for mid-market and enterprise clients — similar project-based service model.
• 84.Paris: Paris-based independent creative and digital agency delivering custom websites, brand experiences, and digital platforms with strong award profile.
• Hobo: French digital agency focused on custom web design, development, and brand experience for enterprise clients. Similar creative-agency positioning and award-driven portfolio.
• Elan Interactif: French digital agency offering web design, development, and digital strategy with a similar mid-market to enterprise focus. Comparable size and service portfolio to Wokine.

Broad incumbents

• SQLI: European digital services group delivering custom web/e-commerce development, UX, and digital transformation. Operates at materially larger scale than Wokine across multiple countries.
• Ekino: Larger French digital agency within Havas network, offering web development, e-commerce, and digital transformation at greater scale. Comparable service lines with broader portfolio.
• Publicis Sapient: Global digital transformation consultancy competing for the same enterprise RFPs but with vastly greater scale, capabilities, and geographic reach.

Regional players

• Kzen: French digital agency providing web development, e-commerce, and digital strategy. Comparable in scope but operates in different French regions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wokine

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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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