Esac S.P.A.

Name

Esac S.P.A.

Legal name

ESAC S.P.A.

Website

https://www.esacformazione.it/it/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational and Professional Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

In-Service Professional Development (Workshops/Institutes/Short Courses) (EDACAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Certification Prep (CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, ISC2/ISACA) (EDANAIAF), Safety, Security & Emergency Services (OSHA, Fire, EMS, Security CE) (EDAAALAK)

Keywords

• Professional training services
• Vocational education courses
• Regional licensing preparation
• Workforce skills development
• Funded corporate training

Headquarters

HQ city

Vicenza

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Registration Fees: Esac Formazione generates revenue through direct course fees paid by participants. Individual course prices range from 450 EUR (81-hour sales agent course) to 860 EUR (150-hour real estate course). Some courses include VAT exemption. Funding from regional and bilateral funds may cover costs for eligible participants, reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Esac S.p.A., through its Esac Formazione division, delivers accredited professional training courses covering administration, finance, marketing, communication, sales, ICT, languages, health and safety, and personal development. It prepares candidates for regulated regional qualifications (Abilitazioni Regionali) such as commercial agents, food service operators, and real estate mediators, and offers specialized academies (AI Academy, E-Commerce Academy, Retail Academy, Cybersecurity). Training is delivered in-person at its Creazzo facility, via distance learning (FAD), and through fully funded programs backed by Fondo FOR.TE., Ente Bilaterale, and the European Social Fund.

Product overview

Esac Formazione is a regional training division of Esac S.p.A., offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional development programs and vocational courses. The company operates a platform-plus-programs model, providing regional habilitation courses (Abilitazioni Regionali) for regulated professions alongside specialized academies (AI Academy, E-Commerce Academy, Retail Academy) and government-funded programs (GOL, Fondo FOR.TE). Training is delivered across multiple categories including administration, marketing, ICT, languages, health & safety, and personal development. The company also runs dedicated initiatives like Parità on Board for gender equality and project-specific programs for youth and women. Course delivery includes in-person, distance learning (FAD), and blended formats, with many programs accredited by the Veneto Region and funded through European and national training funds.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Regional Habilitation Courses (Abilitazioni Regionali) Accredited professional qualification courses required for regulated professions in Italy, including commercial agents and representatives (81 hours, €450), food service operators (120 hours, €750), and real estate mediators (150 hours, €860). Many courses are VAT exempt.
• Administration, Finance & Control Courses Training programs covering accounting, financial management, and business control systems for corporate professionals and managers.
• Commercial & Sales Courses Professional development programs for sales professionals, retail workers, and commercial agents, including LinkedIn optimization and sales techniques.
• Marketing & Communication Courses Digital marketing, content marketing, social media, neuromarketing, and professional writing training programs for business professionals.
• Personal Growth & Development Courses Soft skills, leadership, team building, and personal effectiveness training for professional development of employees and managers.
• Strategy & Organization Courses Business strategy, organizational management, and corporate planning programs designed for executives and managers.
• Language Courses Foreign language training programs including business English and international communication skills for working professionals.
• ICT, Web & Social Network Courses Digital skills training including web development, social media, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and digital marketing tools for business professionals.
• Health & Safety at Work Courses Mandatory workplace safety training programs including first aid, risk management, and emergency procedures for compliance.
• Internationalization Courses Export, international trade, and global market expansion training for businesses seeking to operate across borders.
• AI Academy Comprehensive artificial intelligence training program covering generative AI, AI agents, and AI applications in business operations for professionals.
• E-Commerce Academy Specialized training program for e-commerce operations using platforms like Shopify, covering online sales and marketplace strategies.
• Retail Academy Modern retail management training covering contemporary retail systems, sales techniques, and retail technology for store managers and retail staff.
• NEURAL Cybersecurity Pathway Comprehensive cybersecurity training pathway covering threat detection, digital protection, and risk management for businesses and IT professionals.
• Master Cyber Defense Advanced cybersecurity master program for comprehensive digital security training aimed at security professionals and IT managers.
• GOL Program Training Upskilling and reskilling programs for unemployed individuals, funded by the Italian GOL initiative, covering profiles such as bar technicians, pizzaiolo, sales operators, butchers, and kitchen operators.
• Funded Training Programs (Fondo FOR.TE., Ente Bilaterale, Fondo Sociale Europeo) Subsidized training programs funded by national and regional bodies including Fondo FOR.TE. for employees, Ente Bilaterale for commerce and tourism sectors, and European Social Fund, provided at zero cost to eligible participants.
• Assistente di Studio Odontoiatrico (ASO) Dental office assistant certification course covering clinical support, patient communication, and practice management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000+ courses delivered, 54,000+ training hours, 39,000+ students trained since 2015

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Confcommercio Vicenza (Associazione delle Imprese, delle Attività Professionali e del Lavoro Autonomo)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsac S.p.A. is subject to the direction and coordination of Ascom Vicenza/Confcommercio Vicenza. The two organizations share the same headquarters address (Via Luigi Faccio 38, Vicenza) and operate in joint data controllership (contitolarità) for GDPR compliance purposes. Confcommercio Vicenza represents the business trade association for commerce, services, and professional enterprises in the province.
• Ente Bilaterale Terziario e TurismocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerESAC offers fully-funded training courses financed by the Ente Bilaterale for employees of member companies. Courses are provided at zero cost to eligible participants. The partnership enables training for workers in the tertiary and tourism sectors.
• Fondo FOR.TE.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFondo FOR.TE. is a national interprofessional fund for vocational training that finances 100% of training costs for member companies' employees. ESAC serves as an authorized training provider under this fund, offering courses for new hires and existing staff in both classroom and e-learning formats.
• Regione del Veneto / Fondo Sociale EuropeocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerESAC delivers training programs financed by the European Social Fund (PR Veneto FSE+ 2021-2027). Courses under this program, including the GOL (Garanzia di Occupabilità dei Lavoratori) initiative, are offered free of charge to unemployed individuals meeting eligibility criteria.
• Camera di Commercio di Vicenza (CCIAA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Chamber of Commerce administers professional licensing exams (esami abilitanti) for commercial agents, food service operators, and real estate agents. ESAC prepares candidates for these exams through its regional licensing courses. Candidates must register for and take the exam at the CCIAA in their province of residence.
• Università del GustominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversità del Gusto is another division of Esac S.p.A., alongside Esac Formazione. It focuses on food and wine training and hospitality sector education, sharing the same operational facilities in Creazzo.

Scale indicators3 records

Broad incumbents

• Gi Group Holding: Major Italian staffing and training conglomerate offering professional training, workforce development, and upskilling programs across multiple regions. Overlaps with ESAC's B2B training and labor services orientation, though at national scale and with broader HR services.
• Randstad Italia: Italian arm of global HR services firm providing training, reskilling, and workforce development for enterprises. Comparable to ESAC in delivering funded corporate training and government employment programs, though operating nationally rather than confined to one region.
• ManpowerGroup Italia: Italian subsidiary of global staffing group, offering training and talent development alongside staffing. Competes with ESAC in funded training programs (e.g., Forma.Temp) and corporate upskilling, with similar access to public employment funding mechanisms.
• Adecco Italia: Italian operations of global staffing leader with significant training and workforce development offerings. Comparable to ESAC in participating in funded training programs and serving both individuals and businesses with professional development courses.

Direct peers

• Cegos Italia: Italian subsidiary of global professional training provider offering courses in management, leadership, marketing, and digital skills. Directly comparable to ESAC's professional development catalog (administration, marketing, personal growth) with similar B2B corporate training focus.
• ISTUD Business School: Italian business school and management training provider offering executive education and professional development programs. Comparable to ESAC in delivering accredited continuing education courses in business, management, and digital skills to mid-market Italian companies.
• Talentform: Italian vocational training and professional development provider offering funded courses through Fondo FOR.TE. and other interprofessional funds. Highly comparable to ESAC's funded training model and corporate B2B training delivery, with overlapping course categories in IT, marketing, and administration.
• Centro Studi Ulisse: Italian training and consulting organization offering professional courses in administration, finance, marketing, and workplace safety. Closely comparable to ESAC's catalog breadth and B2B training delivery model, particularly for SME clients in northern Italy.

Regional players

• Fondazione CUOA: Veneto-based business school based in Altavilla Vicentina, offering executive education, management training, and professional development. Highly comparable to ESAC in geographic focus (Vicenza/Veneto) and training categories (strategy, management, leadership), with similar association-driven governance model.

Emerging players

• Generation Italy: Italian arm of global nonprofit employment program offering free, fast-track training for unemployed individuals. Directly comparable to ESAC's GOL program offerings and unemployed-targeted training, with similar public-funding dependencies and reskilling mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/EsacFormazione
• Facebookfacebook.com/esacformazione
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/esac-formazione

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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