What CCI Hauts-de-France does

CCI Hauts-de-France is the regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the Hauts-de-France region of France, constituted as a public state institution ('établissement public de l'Etat') under articles L 710-1 et seq. of the French Commercial Code (SIRET 130 022 718 00014). It is the regional parent of eight territorial CCIs (CCI Aisne, CCI Amiens-Picardie, CCI Artois, CCI Grand Lille, CCI Grand Hainaut, CCI Littoral Hauts-de-France, CCI Oise) and two operating subsidiaries (Laho-Formation for professional training and CCI International Hauts-de-France for export services), operating 24 physical agencies and 21 training centers across the region with 1,001-5,000 employees.

The institution delivers a comprehensive suite of business-support products across five functional pillars: (i) business creation and transmission (formation certifications RS6923, RS7438, RS5579, Maison des entrepreneurs Hauts-de-France, ARDAN, CCI Entreprendre), (ii) international development (CCI International, the LExport Scan/Move/coaching suite, commercial and export CGV/CGA drafting, market-entry studies, Japan Connect membership at €480/year, Enterprise Europe Network access), (iii) digital and ecological transition (Booster Numérique at €1,200 value, Diagnostic transition écologique, Rev3 program), (iv) formalities management (Guichet Unique, creation/modification/radiation, apprenticeship contract recording via the official national registry function, AGEFICE financing), and (v) economic intelligence (CCI Etudes, Data.Territoire, sector studies including generative AI in retail). Underlying technology is modest: the CCI Business Builder online platform, Guide UTILE catalog of 120+ products, Matomo analytics, and event/registration systems - no proprietary AI/ML capabilities documented.

Revenue combines five streams: (i) public funding from FEDER, Région Hauts-de-France, and other public bodies subsidizing free entrepreneur support; (ii) training services through Laho-Formation and certified programs funded by CPF, France Travail, and OPCO with seats priced €99 to €750; (iii) professional advisory services for export (€425 half-day diagnostics, €850/day coaching, contract drafting from €850 to €1,700+); (iv) recurring subscriptions such as Japan Connect (€480/year); and (v) miscellaneous formalities revenue. GTM is predominantly field-based sales through 24 agencies augmented by event-driven workshops (Atelier du créateur-repreneur, Atelier micro-entrepreneur, Trophées Leadexport ceremony), community programs (Club Afrique Hauts-de-France), and digital channels (website, blog, newsletter 'ICI L'INFO', social media). Customer concentration is dispersed across SMBs, aspiring entrepreneurs, exporters, and job seekers throughout the Hauts-de-France region, with no single customer materially anchoring revenue.

Name

CCI Hauts-de-France

Legal name

CCI de Région Hauts-de-France

Website

https://hautsdefrance.cci.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

CCI Hauts-de-France is a public state institution (établissement public de l'Etat) serving as the regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry for Hauts-de-France, France. It supports SMBs, entrepreneurs, and exporters through 24 territorial agencies, 21 training centers (Laho-Formation), and certified business-creation, international, and training services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lille

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Training services: Professional training programs for entrepreneurs, employees, and job seekers. LAHO-Formation operates 21 training centers across Hauts-de-France offering certifications from CAP to BAC+5 levels. Revenue generated from training fees, with many programs eligible for CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) financing.
2. Business advisory and consulting: Personalized consulting and accompaniment services for business creation, takeover, international development, and digital transformation. Services include legal review, export compliance audits, and contract drafting.
3. Membership programs: Annual membership fees for specialized services such as Japan Connect (480 EUR/year) providing access to CCIFJ events, directory, sector committees, and business matching services.
4. CCI International services: International development services including export compliance, contract drafting, and market entry support, billed per project or daily rates.
5. Public funding and subsidies: Government funding from FEDER, Région Hauts-de-France, and other public bodies supporting free services for entrepreneurs under programs like Maison des entrepreneurs Hauts-de-France.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CCI Hauts-de-France is the regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry providing business support services to companies and entrepreneurs across the Hauts-de-France region. Core offerings include business creation and transmission advisory, certified entrepreneurship training programs, export compliance consulting and international market entry support, business formalities management, professional training and apprenticeships through LAHO-Formation's 21 centres, and economic intelligence studies. Services are delivered through 24 territorial agencies and supplemented by an online platform (CCI Business Builder) and digital resources.

Product overview

CCI Hauts-de-France is a regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry providing a comprehensive portfolio of business support services through its various divisions. The core offerings include Laho Formation (a network of 21 training centers offering apprenticeships and professional development from CAP to BAC+5), CCI International (export and international trade support services including Lexport Scan/Move, contract drafting, and market entry studies), and business creation support programs (certified training courses RS6923, RS7438, RS5579, workshops, and the Maison des entrepreneurs program). The organization also provides specialized services including digital transformation support (Booster Numérique), environmental transition diagnostics, and the Trophées Leadexport awards program. Services are delivered through 24 agencies across 7 local CCIs in the Hauts-de-France region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Laho Formation: Professional training, apprenticeship, and continuing education brand of the CCI Hauts-de-France network, operating 21 training centres across the Hauts-de-France region.
• CCI International Hauts-de-France
• CCI Entreprendre
• ARDAN
• CCI Business Builder

Products and services

• Formation 'Créer et piloter sa micro-entreprise' (RS7438) A 14-hour certified training program (RS7438) priced at 400 EUR net of taxes, helping entrepreneurs understand the micro-enterprise regime, covering business creation processes, financial viability, regulatory framework, and daily management. CPF eligible.
• Formation 'Création entreprise: identifier les points-clés pour un projet réussi' (RS6923) - '5 jours pour entreprendre' A 5-day intensive certified program (part of '5 jours pour entreprendre') priced at 750 EUR net of taxes, helping entrepreneurs discover their entrepreneurial profile, understand the project environment, build and model their project, and launch their business. Fundable via CPF or France Travail. Reported outcomes: 95.09% satisfaction rate, 87.50% certification success rate, 89% business creation rate at 3 years post-formation.
• Formation création/reprise d'entreprise (RS5579) A 20-day certified training program (RS5579) for job seekers covering business creation, takeover, and management skills, with 100% funding through the SFER program.
• Rédaction de contrats commerciaux (international) Custom drafting of international commercial contracts including distribution, agency, partnership, and digital contracts for export businesses, starting from 1,700 EUR HT. Eligible to Compte Individuel Export (CIE).
• Rédaction de CGV/CGA Export Custom drafting of export general terms and conditions (CGV/CGA) adapted to specific sectors, commercial practices, and target markets, starting from 850 EUR HT. CIE eligible.
• Lexport Move A half-day diagnostic audit priced at 425 EUR HT evaluating document compliance for international trade, combining legal and regulatory expertise on Incoterms, payment conditions, and market access requirements. Eligible to Compte Individuel Export (CIE).
• Lexport Scan Comprehensive document compliance assessment for exports identifying risk areas in customs, invoicing, and contracts to secure international expansion.
• Marchés géographiques, clés d'entrée Customized guides and studies providing practical keys for exporting or importing, covering invoicing, customs, Incoterms, payment instruments, and product regulations.
• Membership Overseas - Japan Connect Annual membership program (480 EUR HT) facilitating Japanese market access through CCI France Japon (CCIFJ) activities, including event access, business networking, sector committees, directory listing, 5 personalized business introductions annually, and Drop-In-Desk access for member companies.
• Laho Formation CCI Hauts-de-France's network of 21 training centres across the region offering apprenticeships, professional development, and continuing education from CAP to BAC+5 levels, funded through CPF, France Travail, OPCO, and regional programs.
• CCI International Hauts-de-France Division providing international development support including export consulting, market access, and trade compliance services for businesses in Hauts-de-France, including the LExport suite, contract drafting, and market entry studies.
• Booster Numérique Regional BOOSTER TPE program providing practical digital solutions adapted to business situations, with 1,200 EUR HT value per business, fully funded by Région Hauts-de-France and FEDER.
• Maison des entrepreneurs Hauts-de-France Fully funded personalized support program for entrepreneurs launching business creation projects in the Hauts-de-France region, integrating multiple CCI services under one umbrella with free support funded by FEDER and the Région.
• CCI Etudes - Data.Territoire Commercial attractiveness monitoring service for territories providing economic impact measurements and territory data analytics, including sector analyses (e.g., generative AI in retail) and business diagnostics.
• Diagnostic transition écologique Environmental assessment service helping businesses review environmental practices and identify new cost-saving opportunities as part of the Rev3 sustainable economy transition program.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95.09% satisfaction rate for '5 jours pour entreprendre' training (2025)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CCI France Japon (CCIFJ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJapan Connect partnership enabling CCI Hauts-de-France to offer French companies access to the CCI France Japon network, including events, business directory, sector committees, and 5 personalized business introductions annually. Provides Drop-In-Desk access for member companies.
• CCI France (National CCI Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational network providing shared certifications (RS6923, RS7438, RS5579) and program standards (5 jours pour entreprendre). CCI France is the certifier for all major training programs.
• Norlink FédérationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional business federation network supporting cross-border economic cooperation, particularly with Northern Europe.
• CCI Aisne, CCI Amiens-Picardie, CCI Artois, CCI Grand Lille, CCI Grand Hainaut, CCI Littoral Hauts-de-France, CCI OisecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner8 local territorial CCIs forming the regional CCI Hauts-de-France network, each serving specific geographic territories with business support services.
• Les-aides.frminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational aid platform referenced by CCI HDF for directing businesses to available funding programs across energy, France 2030, treasury, creation, digital, and investment categories.
• CCI International Hauts-de-FrancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialized international development division providing export compliance services, market entry support, and international contract expertise for regional businesses.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BPI France: French public investment bank providing business financing, guarantees, and equity support nationwide. Overlaps with CCI Hauts-de-France's business creation and SME development mission at a national level with comparable public mandate.
• France Travail: National employment agency funding training and supporting job seekers and business creators. Strong overlap with CCI's training and entrepreneurship programs, particularly for unemployed individuals seeking business creation pathways.
• CCI France: National federation of French Chambers of Commerce that sets training certifications (RS6923, RS7438, RS5579) and program standards used by CCI Hauts-de-France. Acts as umbrella body and certifier for the regional network with parallel public service mandate.
• CMA France (Assemblée Permanente des Chambres de Métiers): National body overseeing France's craft chambers with parallel mandate to CCI France. Comparable in providing business creation, apprenticeship, and training services for the artisanal sector across France.

Direct peers

• BGE Réseau: National network supporting business creation and entrepreneurship across France with similar services: advisory, training, and incubation for aspiring entrepreneurs. Direct competitor in the business creation advisory space.
• Initiative France: National network of local associations providing business creation support including financing, advisory, and mentoring. Overlaps significantly with CCI Hauts-de-France's entrepreneur support mission and customer base.
• CCI Île-de-France: Regional CCI serving the Paris region with similar mandates for business creation, training, and export support. Comparable in scale and service portfolio to CCI Hauts-de-France and directly comparable in operating model.
• CCI Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: Major French regional CCI offering comparable business support services, training centers, and international development support for SMEs in its region. Closely mirrors CCI Hauts-de-France's service portfolio and target customers.
• CMA Hauts-de-France (Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat): Regional chamber for craft and artisanal businesses in Hauts-de-France with parallel mandate for business creation support, apprenticeship training, and formalities. Direct overlap in target customers and services within the same region.
• CCI Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur: Regional CCI serving southeastern France with parallel structure of business advisory, training academies, and export support divisions. Directly comparable in mission and service breadth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@laho.formation
• Facebookfacebook.com/CCIHautsdeFrance
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cci-hauts-de-france
• Instagraminstagram.com/laho.formation
• Xx.com/CCI_hdf

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries9 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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