Entrepreneuri'Elles

What Entrepreneuri'Elles does

Entrepreneuri'Elles is a non-profit association (Association loi 1901) founded in 2005 and headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, France, that operates the leading women's entrepreneurship network in the PACA region (Provence-Alpes-C\u00f4te d'Azur). It serves women business owners, executives, project carriers, and association leaders across Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Salon-de-Provence, and Toulon, with a community of 150-170+ active members annually. The association runs a structured program portfolio including mentorship (Mentori'Elles), a nine-month coaching program (Regards Crois\u00e9s), a startup pathway (Parcours des Cr\u00e9atrices), and five sector-specific professional commissions (I'Elles de la Com, Conseil en Gestion, Bien-\u00catre, Habitat, RSSE), complemented by an annual event cadence of recurring networking events (Tables Ouvertes, Ap\u00e9r'Ose, Conf\u00e9renci'Elles) and large flagship evenings (Soir\u00e9e de l'Ét\u00e9 Indien, Soir\u00e9e Étoil\u00e9e, Soir\u00e9e des Victoires, Grandi'Ose).

The organization is governed by a board of directors led, as of January 2026, by Pr\u00e9sidente Nathalie Durand, with Vice-Pr\u00e9sidente Emmanuelle Clouet, Tr\u00e9sori\u00e8re Anne Cintrat, and Secr\u00e9taire G\u00e9n\u00e9rale Christel Cap\u00e9ran. It operates through a small team of 12 employees, sustained by individual membership dues, event participation fees, and a broad sponsorship ecosystem including financial partners (Cr\u00e9dit Mutuel Aix Mirabeau, Toyota Autosprinter, Agir Financement, Novalfi, Lisia Conseils, Expansi, CSFC) and recurring in-kind supporters. The core technology stack is conventional (WordPress, Google Site Kit, Brevo, HelloAsso), and there is no proprietary software product; the organization's value is delivered through in-person programming, peer relationships, and curated events rather than technology.

The association's mission is to counteract professional isolation, underrepresentation in economic networks, and limited mentorship access for women entrepreneurs in southern France. Its competitive position rests on 20 years of brand history, regional density across four cities, and a multi-program ecosystem that founders and executives cite as instrumental in launching and growing their businesses. Revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the model is best characterized as a community-driven membership and event-sponsorship operation with institutional and media legitimacy rather than a high-growth venture.

Name

Entrepreneuri'Elles

Legal name

Entreprenenuri'Elles

Website

https://entrepreneurielles.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Entrepreneuri'Elles is a non-profit association founded in 2005 in Aix-en-Provence, France, running the leading women's entrepreneurship network in the PACA region with 150-170+ members. It serves women business owners, executives, and project carriers through mentorship, sector commissions, and recurring events across four cities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Women's Entrepreneurship Network/Association

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Workforce Programs (EDAAAOAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affinity, Membership & Association Referral Programs (FSAEAMAL), Executive Summits & Invitation-Only Forums (MPAGAGAK)

Keywords

• Women entrepreneurship network
• Business mentorship programs
• Professional networking events
• Entrepreneur support community
• Female business association

Headquarters

HQ city

Aix-en-Provence

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership dues (Adhésion): Women entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, and project carriers pay an annual membership fee to join the association. Membership provides access to the network, events, commissions, mentorship program, and member directory.
2. Event participation and ticketing: Revenue is generated through ticket sales and sponsorship fees for the association's numerous events including Tables Ouvertes, Apér'Ose, Regards Croisés workshops, Conférenci'Elles, and large annual evenings. Sponsorship packages from partner companies are a significant revenue component.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Entrepreneuri'Elles is a non-profit women's entrepreneurship association (Association loi 1901) founded in 2005 in Aix-en-Provence that operates a regional network for female business owners, executives, and project carriers in the PACA region. Its core offering is the annual membership (Adhésion), which provides access to a mentorship program (Mentori'Elles), a nine-month business reflection program (Regards Croisés), a startup pathway program (Parcours des Créatrices), sector-specific professional commissions (Commissions Métiers), regular networking events (Tables Ouvertes, Apér'Ose, Conférenci'Elles), large annual gala evenings, and an online member directory. The association is member-funded with additional revenue from event ticketing and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Entrepreneuri'Elles is a single, unified networking association (not a software platform) that provides women's entrepreneurship support services across the PACA region. The core offering is the Entrepreneuri'Elles Network itself, which connects female business owners, executives, and project carriers through structured programs including Mentori'Elles (mentorship), Regards Croisés (coaching), and Parcours des Créatrices (business development pathway). Supplementary services include professional commissions organized by industry sector, regular networking events (Tables Ouvertes, Apér'Ose, Conférenci'Elles), and an online member directory.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mentori'Elles: Mentorship program within the association pairing experienced entrepreneurs with newer members for professional development and support.
• Regards croisés
• Parcours des créatrices
• I'Elles de la Com
• I'Elles du Conseil en Gestion d'Entreprise
• I'Elles du Bien Être
• I'Elles de l'Habitat
• I'Elles de la RSSE

Products and services

• Entrepreneuri'Elles Network Membership (Adhésion) Annual membership in the PACA-region women's entrepreneurship association, providing access to networking events, mentorship program, professional commissions, member directory, and visibility through member spotlight articles. Designed for women business owners, executives, and project carriers in the Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Salon-de-Provence, and Toulon area.
• Mentori'Elles (Mentorship Program) Structured mentorship program pairing experienced women entrepreneurs (mentors) with newer members (mentorées) for personalized business development support, covering areas such as financial management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Regards Croisés Nine-month coaching and reflection program that helps members examine and develop their entrepreneurial projects through peer exchange and structured workshops.
• Parcours des Créatrices Structured pathway program providing workshops and personalized guidance for women who are creating or developing their businesses, from early-stage idea to active creation.
• Commissions Métiers (Professional Commissions) Set of sector-specific professional commissions for members: I'Elles de la Com (marketing/communication), I'Elles du Conseil en Gestion d'Entreprise (business consulting), I'Elles du Bien-Être (wellness), I'Elles de l'Habitat (housing), and I'Elles de la RSSE (social responsibility and health in entrepreneurship). Each commission provides peer learning and visibility within its sector.
• Networking Events (Tables Ouvertes, Apér'Ose, Conférenci'Elles, Annual Gala Evenings) Program of regular networking events including Tables Ouvertes (open-table lunches), Apér'Ose (networking evenings), Conférenci'Elles (conferences), workshops, and large annual gala evenings (Soirée de l'Été Indien, Soirée Étoilée, Soirée des Victoires, Grandi'Ose) for members and guests.
• Adhérentes Directory (Online Member Directory) Online member directory connecting the network's 150+ female entrepreneurs and facilitating business relationships among members.

Quantifiable outcome

• The association has supported 150+ women entrepreneurs annually since its founding in 2005.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

28 partnerships are on record, tiered key event supporter, minor and core.

• Domaine de la Galinièrekey event supporterOthers · 1 June 2025Domaine de la Galinière hosted the Grandi'Ose 20th anniversary celebration. The venue, set among vineyards and Provençal charm, provided an exceptional setting for the evening.
• Vecteur Marketingkey event supporterStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Vecteur Marketing, a specialist in tourism communication, coordinated the surprise Dominican Republic trip giveaway at the 20th anniversary, which involved coordination with multiple travel partners.
• Office du Tourisme de la République DominicaineminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025The Dominican Republic Tourist Board provided a dream trip prize as part of the 20th anniversary celebration, contributing to the event's highlight surprise moment.
• Viva Resorts by WyndhamminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Viva Resorts by Wyndham, a hotel chain committed to sustainable tourism, donated an all-inclusive resort stay as the main prize of the Dominican Republic trip giveaway at the 20th anniversary.
• EuroAirlinesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025EuroAirlines, a European airline, facilitated transportation for the Dominican Republic trip prize at the 20th anniversary celebration.
• Radio StarminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2025Radio Star conducted live interviews at the 20th anniversary event, providing broadcast visibility to the association and its milestone.
• La ProvenceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2025La Provence newspaper published a dedicated article about the association's 20th anniversary, providing regional press coverage.
• ID Événementskey event supporterImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2025ID Événements, specialists in organizing exceptional evenings, managed the logistics and orchestration of the 20th anniversary Grandi'Ose celebration.
• SmartCommkey event supporterImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2025SmartComm, a printing broker, managed all logistical organization of the 20th anniversary event alongside its printing services. Led by Nathalie Durand, who also serves as association Vice-President.
• e-nergizkey event supporterImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2025e-nergiz, a digital strategy consultancy, was responsible for all communication for the 20th anniversary event, from preparation to acknowledgments. The company also provides ongoing web development and digital marketing services for the association.
• Le Comptoir de l'Administrationkey event supporterImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2025Le Comptoir de l'Administration, a solidarity structure operated by Linda Petit (also Treasurer of the association), managed extensive logistical coordination, coordination, and execution for the 20th anniversary event.
• Château de la GalinièreminorOthers · 1 June 2025Château de la Galinière donated wines for the 20th anniversary celebration.
• Signorini TartufiminorOthers · 1 June 2025Signorini Tartufi provided truffle product tastings at the 20th anniversary event.
• La Cave ParallèleminorOthers · 1 June 2025La Cave Parallèle provided creative non-alcoholic cocktails for the 20th anniversary celebration.
• Le Roy RenéminorOthers · 1 June 2025Le Roy René, a renowned Provençal confectioner famous for calissons, provided sweet treats for the 20th anniversary event.
• Nathalie Vialars (Natcrea)key event supporterOthers · 1 June 2025Nathalie Vialars, illustrator and graphic artist operating as Natcrea, created the illustration identity for the 20th anniversary event and designed the commemorative tote bag. She has been a recurring creative partner for the association.
• Infinita Prod. (Angelika Benkucs)key event supporterOthers · 1 June 2025Angelika Benkucs of Infinita Prod., photographer and videographer, discreetly and talentedly captured the 20th anniversary event, producing both photos and video coverage.
• Célia TorresminorOthers · 1 June 2025Célia Torres provided ground-level and drone photography coverage of the 20th anniversary celebration.
• Haribo FranceminorOthers · 1 June 2025Haribo provided candy sachets for guest gift bags at the 20th anniversary event.
• VOOX (Lydia Biskri)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 September 2024VOOX, the media influence agency founded by Lydia Biskri, produces Ambition Le Podcast and regularly serves as master of ceremonies and media partner for association events, amplifying the network's visibility across the territory.
• Pierrine Burgarellakey event supporterOthers · 17 September 2024Pierrine Burgarella, a Marseille-based soul/jazz/pop vocalist, has been a recurring performer and entertainment provider at association events for multiple years.
• Owl DroneminorOthers · 31 May 2022Owl Drone provided aerial photography and videography using drone technology at the Soirée Étoilée 2022 event.
• La Fabrique d'Étoiles FilantesminorOthers · 31 May 2022La Fabrique d'Étoiles Filantes, a concept store combining boutique and florist studio, provided floral decorations for the Soirée Étoilée 2022 event.
• Les Créations d'AlizéaminorOthers · 31 May 2022Les Créations d'Alizéa, artisan creator of soy wax candles and fragrant melts from Grasse fragrances, provided products for gift bags at the Soirée Étoilée 2022.
• Cookie QueenminorOthers · 31 May 2022Cookie Queen, artisan biscuit creator, provided personalized cookies for gift bags at the Soirée Étoilée 2022.
• Air CaraïbesminorOthers · 31 May 2022Air Caraïbes, the regular Caribbean airline specialist, provided travel-related prizes at the Soirée Étoilée 2022 event.
• Cowork'in Aix (Bénédict Dammann)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCowork'in Aix, an 800+ sqm coworking space in Aix-en-Provence, is a long-standing member and partner (10+ years). A 10% discount on all coworking services is offered to fellow members, and Bénédict Dammann serves as a vocal advocate for the network.
• L'Occitane en ProvenceminorOthersL'Occitane provided gift products (perfumes and moisturizers) as prizes and gift bag items at association events.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Force Femmes: French non-profit association supporting women aged 45+ in professional transitions, including entrepreneurship. Directly comparable as a French women-focused membership association offering mentorship, networking, and career support programs.
• Femmes Business Angels: First French women business angel network supporting female entrepreneurs through investment and mentorship. Directly comparable women-focused entrepreneurship support organization with member-based structure and event programming.
• Pionnières: French network dedicated to women entrepreneurs, providing incubation, acceleration, and networking. Directly comparable membership association for women business creators with regional chapter structures.
• Les Premières: French non-profit supporting women entrepreneurs in underserved territories with incubation and mentorship programs. Directly comparable in mission, format (Association loi 1901), and entrepreneurship support programs.

Broad incumbents

• France Active: French solidarity finance network supporting entrepreneurs, with a specific focus on inclusive entrepreneurship including women. Comparable as a French associative network supporting entrepreneurship, though financially focused rather than community-driven.
• Initiative France: Leading French network of associative financing platforms supporting business creation, including dedicated women-entrepreneur programs. Comparable as a French regional-anchor entrepreneurship support network, though much larger in scale and scope.
• Women in Tech France: French branch of a global non-profit supporting women in technology, including founders and entrepreneurs. Comparable as a women-focused professional association, though it concentrates on the tech vertical and has a broader national scope.
• BGE Réseau (Boutiques de Gestion): National French network supporting business creation and entrepreneurship, including specific programs for women entrepreneurs. Comparable as an associative entrepreneurship support network with regional footprint and event-driven engagement.

Regional players

• WILLA (Women in Leadership and Lifestyle Association): French women's professional network focused on leadership development and entrepreneurship support. Comparable as a women's professional membership organization with events and mentorship, though operating in different French regions.
• Réseau Entreprendre PACA: PACA-region chapter of national Réseau Entreprendre, supporting entrepreneurs with mentoring, financing, and networking. Directly comparable regional entrepreneurship support association in the same geographic territory (PACA).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/etp_elles
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@entreprenenurielles933
• Facebookfacebook.com/Entreprenenurielles
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/entrepreneurielles
• Instagraminstagram.com/entreprenenurielles

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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