CCIFEC - French Ecuadorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

What CCIFEC - French Ecuadorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry does

CCIFEC (Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco-Équatorienne) is a non-profit bilateral chamber of commerce founded in 1989 by Total and headquartered in Quito, Ecuador. It serves as the official institutional bridge between French and Ecuadorian businesses, operating through a membership-based model with annual dues, event sponsorship revenue, and fee-based Business Support Services (BSS) including market entry assistance, feasibility studies, and trade facilitation. The chamber serves two primary segments: French companies seeking to enter or expand in Ecuador, and Ecuadorian companies (notably in shrimp, vanilla, cacao, coffee, and renewable energy export sectors) seeking access to the French and European markets.

The chamber operates a community-led, event-driven go-to-market model anchored by signature events including the annual Chocolate, Cacao and Coffee Fair (16 consecutive years, 9,000 visitors), Beaujolais Nouveau galas across Quito, Guayaquil, and Cuenca, French Week celebrations co-organized with the French Embassy, and topical seminars. Its technology stack centers on the CCIFI Connect mobile application (iOS and Android), which provides members with access to the global CCI France International network of 121 chambers across 98 countries, 33,000 companies, 4,000 events, and 1,200 exclusive benefits. Distribution leverages direct membership enrollment at the Quito headquarters, the digital self-serve app, and the global CCI France International network for cross-border reach.

CCIFEC monetizes through three streams: recurring subscription membership dues (annual cadence, pricing undisclosed publicly), event sponsorship revenue from enterprise sponsors across aviation, automotive, banking, cosmetics, energy, food/beverage, hospitality, insurance, and retail sectors, and professional service fees for market entry advisory. A 10-person operational team led by Executive Director Fabien Przylski runs the chamber, with governance provided by a member-elected board under President Carlos Romero (CONSTECOIN), re-elected for the 2026-2028 term. Strategic institutional partnerships with the French Embassy, AFD (Agence Française de Développement), Eurocamaras, the Inter-American Development Bank, and Air France-KLM provide diplomatic, financing, and commercial support for chamber activities.

Name

CCIFEC - French Ecuadorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Legal name

Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco-Equatorienne

Website

https://ccifec.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CCIFEC is a non-profit bilateral chamber of commerce founded in 1989 that connects French and Ecuadorian businesses through membership services, networking events, and business support advisory, serving as the official Franco-Ecuadorian commercial bridge with access to the CCI France International global network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Quito

HQ country

Ecuador

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees providing access to chamber services, networking events, business support, and privileges within the CCI France International network including the premium card and exclusive benefits.
2. Event Sponsorship: Revenue from companies sponsoring chamber events such as Afterwork networking, gala dinners (Beaujolais Nouveau, French Week), seminars, forums, and the annual Chocolate, Cacao and Coffee Fair.
3. Business Support Services (BSS): Fees for business support services including market entry assistance, expert consultations, feasibility studies, and trade facilitation between French and Ecuadorian companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

CCIFEC is a non-profit bilateral chamber of commerce that promotes commercial exchanges between French and Ecuadorian companies. It sells annual memberships providing access to its business support services (market entry advisory, feasibility studies, expert consultations), business networking events (Afterwork sessions, galas, trade fairs, seminars), and privileges within the global CCI France International network of 121 chambers and 33,000 companies worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Carte Premium CCIFI: Premium membership card offering various advantages and discounts within Ecuador for CCIFEC members.

Products and services

• Membership Services (Business Club) Annual chamber membership providing French and Ecuadorian companies with access to the CCI France International global network (121 chambers, 33,000 companies), business networking events, B2B matching, premium card privileges, and event participation.
• Business Support Services (BSS) Advisory and support services for French and Ecuadorian companies interested in the Ecuadorian and French markets, including market entry assistance, expert consultations, and feasibility studies.
• Feria del Chocolate, Cacao y Café The largest chocolate, cocoa, and coffee trade fair in Ecuador, organized annually for 16 consecutive years, attracting 9,000 visitors over three days.
• Noche de Gala Beaujolais Nouveau Annual Beaujolais Nouveau gala celebrated in Quito, Guayaquil, and Cuenca, co-organized with the French Embassy in Ecuador.
• Semana Francesa (French Week) French Week event co-organized with the French Embassy in Ecuador's main cities, featuring gastronomic experiences and cultural programming.
• Afterwork Networking Events Informal monthly networking gatherings for members, allies, and new associates to build business relationships in a relaxed setting.
• Annual Seminars (Waste Treatment, Smart Cities, Water Management, Sustainable Transport) Annual professional seminars held for over 16 years on topics including French negotiation, smart cities, water management, sustainable transport, and waste treatment.
• Webinars Online seminars on relevant topics for the business community, providing learning and knowledge exchange opportunities.
• Sectoral Information Sheets (Fiches Sectorielles) Detailed sectoral publications covering key Ecuadorian export industries including shrimp (Ecuador as first global exporter, 210,000 hectares), vanilla (40-50 tonnes production in 2025), renewable energy, cosmetics, tourism, and wine.
• CCIFI Connect Mobile App Mobile application providing CCIFEC members self-service access to 120 chambers, 33,000 companies, 4,000 events, 300 committees, and 1,200 exclusive benefits across 95 countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Access to 123 French chambers worldwide and 33,000 companies through membership
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, major and minor.

• CCI France InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCIFEC is affiliated with CCI France International, the largest private network of French companies internationally, providing access to 121 chambers in 98 countries, 33,000 companies, 4,000 events, and 1,200 exclusive member benefits worldwide.
• French Development Agency (AFD - Agence Française de Développement)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFD is a key institutional partner providing financing for sustainable development projects. Co-organized the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026 and supports seminars on topics like urban mobility and renewable energy in Ecuador.
• Embassy of France in EcuadorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe French Embassy collaborates on events including French Week, Beaujolais Nouveau galas, and business forums. Ambassador Philippe Létrilliart participates in key chamber events and facilitates diplomatic and commercial relations.
• Eurocamaras (Euros Cámaras del Ecuador)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlliance with German, Spanish, and Italian chambers in Ecuador for joint events such as the tax reform breakfast forum 'Impacto de las reformas tributarias y fiscales para las empresas en 2026'.
• Air France-KLMcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLong-term commercial partnership since November 2008 through Bluebiz/Bluebiz Upfront programs. Collaborate on SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) Bluebiz initiatives with Ecuadorian partners including Universidad San Francisco de Quito and Corporación La Favorita for carbon emission reduction.
• Veolia EcuadormajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-organizer of the 'Treatment and Use of Waste 2026' Seminar and sponsor of multiple CCIFEC events including Afterwork sessions and Beaujolais Nouveau celebrations.
• Banco ProCreditmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of CCIFEC events including the General Assembly 2026 and tax reform breakfast forum, providing banking services and support for the chamber's activities.
• CofacemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCredit insurance company sponsoring CCIFEC events including Beaujolais Nouveau 2024 in Quito and Guayaquil, supporting the chamber's networking activities.
• Novatech GroupmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 'Ecuador 2026: Economic and Tax Challenges Forum' and CCIFEC events, supporting the chamber's professional development and networking activities.
• German Development Agency (GIZ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026 as a co-organizer, contributing expertise in innovation and sustainable development for Ecuador.
• Peugeot EcuadorcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBoard member for 2026-2028 term, sponsor of CCIFEC events, represented by Paúl Chávez on the board of directors.
• ECIJA-GPAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLegal firm represented by Bayardo Poveda as board member 2026-2028, supporting CCIFEC events and professional services for members.
• Puente y AsociadoscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAccounting firm represented by Geovanna Puente as board member 2026-2028, providing professional services expertise to chamber activities.
• ProcosméticoscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCosmetics company represented by María Fernanda León as board member 2026-2028, sponsor of CCIFEC events and networking activities.
• FORVIS MAZARScoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional services firm represented by Ángel Álvarez as board member 2026-2028, supporting the chamber's professional development initiatives.
• INSUCOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of CCIFEC General Assembly 2026, contributing to the chamber's networking and professional exchange activities.
• Universidad Yachay TechminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026 as a co-organizer, contributing academic and technological expertise.
• Ecuadorian Municipalities Association (AME Ecuador)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026, contributing expertise in municipal development and waste management.
• PECS Ambiente y SostenibilidadminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSustainability consulting firm co-organizing the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026.
• GASGREENminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026, contributing to sustainable waste management solutions.
• EP-CONST Empresa PúblicaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPublic enterprise co-organizing the Waste Treatment Seminar 2026.
• Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner joined the SAF Bluebiz agreement with Air France-KLM for sustainable aviation fuel. USFQ has extension in Galápagos, biodiversity station in Amazonia, and international office in Valencia, Spain. Over 4,500 students and dedicated Sustainability Department.
• Corporación La FavoritacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoined SAF Bluebiz sustainability agreement with Air France-KLM for sustainable aviation fuel, demonstrating commitment to environmental sustainability.
• Bismark ComunicaciónminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPhotography and communication agency providing event coverage for CCIFEC activities including General Assembly, Afterwork sessions, and seminars.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cámara Franco-Colombiana: French-Colombian bilateral chamber affiliated with CCI France International, providing the same chamber-of-commerce model, member services, and event programming in a neighboring Andean market.
• Cámara Hispano-Ecuatoriana de Comercio e Industria: Spanish-Ecuadorian bilateral chamber; fellow Eurocamaras alliance member running parallel French chamber style programming (memberships, business forums, events) for Spanish companies in Ecuador.
• Cámara Franco-Peruana de Comercio e Industria: French-Peruvian bilateral chamber under the same CCI France International umbrella; comparable membership-based business services and event-driven GTM focused on French companies entering Peru.
• Cámara de Comercio e Industria Franco-Argentina (CCIFA): Bilateral French-Argentine chamber operating the equivalent membership, networking, and B2B matching model in Argentina, part of the same CCI France International network as CCIFEC.
• Cámara Chileno-Francesa de Comercio: Sister bilateral French chamber under the CCI France International network operating in Chile; offers the same membership, networking, and market-entry services for French-Chilean trade as CCIFEC does for Ecuador.
• AmCham Ecuador: American Chamber of Commerce in Ecuador, the most direct functional equivalent: a bilateral chamber promoting US-Ecuadorian trade through membership, networking events, and business support services in Quito.

Broad incumbents

• Business France: French national agency for international business development; CCIFEC effectively acts as a local-delivery partner for many Business France services in Ecuador, providing comparable market-entry support to French exporters.
• Cámara de Industrias y Producción del Ecuador (CIPE) / Cámara de Comercio de Quito: Local Quito-based trade and industry chambers that compete with CCIFEC for local corporate members and event sponsorship in the same city, though they are not bilateral/international in mandate.

Others

• Eurocamaras del Ecuador: Alliance of European bilateral chambers in Ecuador (German, Spanish, Italian, French); CCIFEC participates in joint forums such as the tax reform breakfast, making Eurocamaras both a partner and an indirect competitive channel.

Regional players

• ProEcuador / Ministerio de Producción, Comercio Exterior, Inversiones y Pesca: Ecuadorian government trade promotion agency that overlaps with CCIFEC's export-market-intelligence and trade-facilitation services, particularly for Ecuadorian companies seeking European market access.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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