Creactifs

What Creactifs does

CréActifs is a Paris-based professional training organization founded in 2010 that specializes in entrepreneurship education, offering a catalog of more than 30 certification-ready courses organized around five pillars: business creation, finance and accounting, digital marketing and communication, AI and productivity, and specialized sectors (tourism gîtes, wellness practitioners, construction trades, professional trainers, and consultants). The platform serves individuals launching or operating very small enterprises (TPE/PME), freelancers, and career changers in France, with pricing ranging from approximately €1,500 to €7,700 per program.

The company's underlying technology stack combines a proprietary learning management system (LMS) for asynchronous e-learning delivery, Zoom for live virtual classrooms, and a CRM for student tracking. Two notable proprietary features support the learning experience: a 24/7 e-learning space with video modules, exercises, downloadable resources, and interactive quizzes; and an entrepreneur community forum guaranteeing responses within 48 hours. The firm does not develop proprietary AI models; instead it integrates third-party tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Canva Pro) into its curriculum to teach entrepreneurs how to apply generative AI in their businesses.

Revenue is generated primarily through B2C/B2B professional training fees, with 99% of learners benefitting from public financing via the CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) platform and OPCO funding channels; the firm also offers interest-free installment payments (2–10x) through partner Alma. Go-to-market is sales-led, leveraging SEO/content marketing, social media, email campaigns, and the Mon Compte Formation government marketplace as primary distribution channels, supplemented by a strategic partnership with Bpifrance and France Num for free #OsezEntreprendre training programs. The business is structured as a founder-owned SAS (share capital €106,900), bootstrapped with no disclosed external funding, and operates a wholly-owned apprenticeship subsidiary (CFA CréActifs) plus an associated non-profit foundation (Fondation CréActifs Initiatives, est. 2015).

Name

Creactifs

Legal name

CréActifs SAS

Website

https://creactifs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CreActifs offers coaching and training for more effective business executives.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Training & Continuing Education

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Credentialing, Certification Prep & Exam Training (BPACANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Education Professionals (Teacher/Administrator CE, CPD) (EDAAALAE)

Keywords

• Professional training services
• Entrepreneurship education
• Business creation courses
• Digital marketing training
• CPF certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: CréActifs generates revenue primarily through professional training programs for entrepreneurs, covering creation, takeover, and development of businesses. Training is delivered in multiple formats including e-learning, virtual classroom, and in-person sessions. Pricing varies by program duration and complexity, with courses ranging from 1650€ to 7700€. The company offers financing options through CPF, OPCO, and installment payments via partner Alma.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CréActifs is a French professional training organization that delivers over 30 certified, CPF-eligible training programs for entrepreneurs and small-business owners, covering business creation, business acquisition, TPE/PME management, finance and accounting, digital marketing, AI productivity, and trainer certification. Programs are sold directly to learners or employers in e-learning, virtual classroom, and in-person formats, with prices ranging from roughly €1,500 to €7,700 and 99% of learners benefiting from financing coverage.

Product overview

Creactifs is a professional training organization specializing in entrepreneurship education, offering a comprehensive catalog of over 30 certification-ready training programs delivered primarily via e-learning with personalized coaching. The core offerings are organized around five main pillars: (1) Business Creation - including micro-enterprise creation, full business creation, business acquisition, and TPE/PME management certification; (2) Finance & Accounting - covering accounting fundamentals, financial management, and financial forecasting; (3) Digital Marketing & Communication - including web marketing, social media management, Instagram promotion, website creation, and Canva design; (4) AI & Productivity - featuring generative AI for content creation and AI tools for SME efficiency; and (5) Specialized Sectors - covering training for trainers, hospitality (gites/chambres d'hotes), consulting, wellness practitioners, and construction trades. The training delivery combines asynchronous e-learning modules, live virtual classes via Zoom, group workshops, and individual mentorship sessions with entrepreneur-trainers. All courses are certifiable and eligible for CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) financing, with 99% of learners receiving full funding coverage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Formation Conduire un projet de création d'entreprise (5 jours pour créer) Intensive 5-day program guiding entrepreneurs through the complete business creation process, covering legal structure selection, business plan development, and implementation steps.
• Formation Créer sa micro-entreprise Training program focused on micro-enterprise creation, providing essential tools and knowledge specific to auto-entrepreneur status and launching as a sole proprietor.
• Formation Créer et développer son entreprise Extended training program for comprehensive business creation and development, covering all aspects from initial concept through business plan and financial forecasting.
• Formation Reprendre une entreprise Business acquisition training program teaching how to identify opportunities, evaluate risks, negotiate effectively, and manage business transitions successfully.
• Formation Devenir Responsable de TPE/PME Professional certification program (554–596 hours plus personalized sessions) developing comprehensive skills to manage small and medium enterprises including management, finance, HR, marketing, and strategy.
• Formation Réussir la cession de sa TPE/PME Business transfer and exit planning training for entrepreneurs preparing to sell their small or medium-sized business.
• Formation Comptabilité et gestion pour non-comptables Fundamentals of business accounting for non-accountants, teaching essential management mechanisms for daily TPE operations.
• Formation Assurer la gestion financière d'une TPE/PME Comprehensive financial management training covering balance sheet analysis, performance monitoring, financial forecasting, and dashboard creation for small businesses.
• Formation Réaliser un prévisionnel financier solide Financial forecasting training program teaching how to build reliable budget forecasts, estimate revenues, identify expenses, and anticipate cash flow for informed business decisions.
• Formation Élaborer le budget prévisionnel de sa TPE/PME Budget planning training focused on constructing reliable budget forecasts for small and medium enterprises.
• Formation Webmarketing / Marketing Digital Comprehensive digital marketing certification covering all pillars of effective digital strategy including social networks, email marketing, influencer marketing, and SEO.
• Formation Communiquer sur les réseaux sociaux Social media communication training teaching how to select appropriate social platforms for business promotion and create and manage professional accounts.
• Formation Promouvoir son activité sur Instagram Instagram-focused training covering platform features to maximize online presence, differentiate from competitors, engage audiences, and analyze post performance.
• Formation Créer et gérer son site internet Website creation and management training using CMS platforms, enabling entrepreneurs to build and maintain their own business websites without external assistance.
• Formation Canva Pro Graphic design training using Canva Pro for creating professional communication materials including logos, web banners, flyers, posters, social media visuals, and business cards.
• Formation Gérer la communication et la vente dans une TPE/PME Integrated communication and sales management training for small business owners covering both promotional activities and customer acquisition strategies.
• Formation Créer du contenu rédactionnel et visuel avec l'IA AI productivity training teaching how to use generative AI tools for creating impactful texts, visuals, and emails efficiently, including automation of repetitive tasks.
• Formation Améliorer l'efficacité de sa TPE à l'aide de l'IA AI efficiency training specifically designed to help small business owners integrate AI tools into their operations for improved productivity.
• Formation Diriger une structure avec une équipe Leadership and team management training for entrepreneurs and managers responsible for leading structures with employees.
• Formation Créer et développer une activité de formation professionnelle Professional trainer certification program for launching and developing a training business, with personalized mentorship from expert trainers.
• Formation Concevoir, animer et évaluer une action de formation Pedagogical design and delivery training teaching how to create effective training programs, animate sessions, and evaluate learning outcomes.
• Formation Titre professionnel de formateur pour adulte State-recognized professional certification program (RNCP Level III) preparing participants to become certified adult trainers.
• Formation Développer une offre de formation digitale Digital training development program teaching how to create engaging online training offerings, digitize content, design interactive modules, and select appropriate tools.
• Formation Concevoir un parcours pédagogique en intégrant les outils de l'IA AI-integrated pedagogical design training teaching trainers how to use AI tools for structuring educational content, capturing learner attention, and measuring training impact.
• Formation Créer son activité de gîte ou de chambres d'hôtes Tourism hospitality business creation training covering business fundamentals for gîtes and guest rooms including pricing, legal structure, and marketing channels.
• Formation Développer son gîte ou sa chambre d'hôtes Advanced hospitality business development training for existing operators, covering offer optimization, reservation management, client acquisition including international markets, and competitive positioning.
• Formation Accompagner et conseiller les créateurs d'entreprise Professional training for business advisors and coaches supporting entrepreneurs throughout their business creation journey.
• Formation Accompagner les bénéficiaires dans leur bilan de compétences Skills assessment training for professionals guiding individuals through competency evaluations and career development.
• Formation Devenir consultant indépendant Independent consulting career training teaching how to transform professional expertise into consulting revenue, covering client acquisition and service delivery.
• Formation Lancez et développez votre activité dans les médecine Business launch training specifically designed for wellness practitioners and alternative medicine therapists looking to establish and grow their practices.
• Formation Entreprendre dans l'artisanat et le BTP Business development training for tradespeople and construction professionals covering business structuring, risk management, and operational growth.
• Formations Intra et Sur-mesure Customized in-company training programs designed specifically for enterprise clients to address their unique organizational needs and development objectives.
• Formation Bilan de compétences Competency assessment program helping individuals evaluate their professional skills, identify development areas, and plan career transitions.
• #OsezEntreprendre Free Training Free entrepreneurship training program fully funded by the French Ministry of Economy, operated in partnership with Bpifrance and France Num for qualifying business owners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of learners benefit from financing coverage
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fondation CréActifs InitiativescoreOthers · 1 January 2015Foundation established in 2015 dedicated to promoting accessible entrepreneurship, supporting those without adequate training, financial resources, or professional networks. Programs include 'Monte ta boîte en deux mois' (Build your business in two months) and '24H pour entreprendre' (24 hours to entrepreneurship) events.
• BpifrancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Bpifrance and France Num to provide free support programs for TPE/PME businesses with revenue over €15,000 and operating for more than 2 years. Programs cover social media management, website creation, e-reputation, SEO, graphic identity with Canva, email marketing, and management consulting.
• France NumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiative with Bpifrance providing 100% financed digital support programs for TPE/PME as part of the Plan France Relance, funded by the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Recovery.
• AlmaminorOthersPayment partner offering installment financing options for training enrollment: 2, 3, 4, or 10 installments without fees. Alma is ACPR-approved as a payment institution and financing company under the Bank of France.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• OpenClassrooms: French online education platform offering diploma and certification programs for professionals, including SMB and project management tracks. Directly comparable as a France-based, CPF-eligible online training provider with a similar learner base of working professionals and career changers.
• Studi (Galileo Global Education): Large French online higher-education and professional training platform with hundreds of CPF-eligible programs. Comparable for its broad catalog of certified remote training courses targeting SMB owners, freelancers, and career changers.
• Skill and You (formerly Skillsdev): France-based distance-learning provider offering professional training programs across multiple sectors. Comparable for its catalog breadth, CPF funding model, and SMB/freelancer target audience.
• CNFCE (Centre National de Formation Continue et d'Éducation): French continuing education provider offering certified professional training programs across HR, management, and SMB topics. Comparable for its CPF-eligible certification model and SMB/professional learner base.
• ABC Formation Continue: French continuing-education organization delivering customized and certified professional training programs. Comparable for its SME training catalog, CPF-eligibility, and flexible delivery (e-learning plus in-person).
• ENACO (École Nationale de Commerce en ligne): France-based online higher-education and professional training provider offering certified programs in business, management, and SMB topics. Comparable for its online-first certified training model targeting working professionals and SMB owners.

Broad incumbents

• AFPA (Agence nationale pour la formation professionnelle des adultes): France's largest public vocational training organization offering accredited programs nationwide. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the French continuing-education market with similar certification pathways and government-funded learners.
• CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers): Major French public higher-education institution delivering professional degrees and certifications for adult learners. Comparable as a large incumbent in certified adult continuing education, especially in management and entrepreneurship tracks.
• CCI Formation (CCI France): Network of French Chambers of Commerce offering business creation and management training to entrepreneurs and SMBs. Highly comparable for its direct focus on business creation, CPF funding, and entrepreneur learner base.

Regional players

• BPI France (formation programs): French public investment bank running free training and support programs for entrepreneurs and SMBs. Comparable as both a strategic partner and a partial peer, since its #OsezEntreprendre and digital programs overlap with CréActifs' content.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/creactifscom
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCzcLOvrxNUDAKx013fvK-mQ/videos
• Facebookfr-fr.facebook.com/creactifs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cr-actifs
• Instagraminstagram.com/creactifs_

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 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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