Grenoble Ecobiz

What Grenoble Ecobiz does

Grenoble Ecobiz is a private business networking organization serving companies in the Isère department of southeastern France. Operating under the legal name "Grenoble Ecobiz" and marketed as "Ecobiz, 1er réseau des entreprises de l'Isère," it functions as the first business network of the Isère region, with operations institutionally hosted and supported by the CCI de Grenoble (Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie) at 5-7 place Robert Schuman, Grenoble. The organization runs four themed professional communities — Commercial/Marketing & Communication, RH/Management & RSE, Performance Durable & RSE, and Entrepreneuriat — alongside a job portal, a partner service marketplace, and an events calendar anchored by the Innotrophées innovation awards (17th edition scheduled for 2026). It engages roughly 35 partner/customer entities spanning SMBs, startups, and regional enterprises (e.g., Koelis, Empreinte Humaine, Teledyne, Microoled, E.N.R. Energy, Village by CA).

Ecobiz's core offering, branded "Réseau Ecobiz," is a directory plus community-and-event platform rather than a proprietary software product; the underlying delivery is a web-based portal with job board listings, event registration, and partner-content publishing. No proprietary technology stack, APIs, SDKs, or app presence is disclosed. Membership-based participation forms the primary commercial relationship (a recurring subscription orientation is indicated, though pricing is not publicly disclosed), supplemented by partner-service offers, sponsored workshops, and event-driven engagement. The small team (~5 employees), CCI sponsorship, and community-led GTM motion (themed communities, workshops, employer-side job postings, and regional visibility through LinkedIn, YouTube, newsletter, and events) suggest a lean organization whose economics rely on institutional backing and partner-sponsor monetization rather than scaled SaaS revenue.

Strategic posture is that of a stable regional ecosystem convener rather than a venture-scale company: greenfield signals include a new AI workshop cycle (2026), RSE labels and electronic-invoicing webinars, and deepening partnerships with Teledyne, Empreinte Humaine, Village by CA, UGA, and Groupe BBM. No acquisitions, funding events, geographic expansion beyond Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, or executive-team disclosures are present in the source material.

Name

Grenoble Ecobiz

Legal name

Grenoble Ecobiz

Website

https://grenobleecobiz.biz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Grenoble Ecobiz is a private business networking organization for SMBs and enterprises in the Isère department of France, operating themed professional communities, a job portal, and events — including the Innotrophées innovation awards — under institutional backing from CCI de Grenoble.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Networking Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

ESG Governance, Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Advisory (BPAHAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sustainability & ESG Consulting (BPAHACAK)

Keywords

• Business networking services
• Professional communities
• Regional business network
• B2B networking events
• Chamber of Commerce affiliation

Headquarters

HQ city

Grenoble

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership/Subscription: Ecobiz operates as a business network with membership-based participation. Companies join through a membership form (formulaire d'adhésion) to access communities, events, and partner services. The specific revenue model mechanics are not explicitly disclosed.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grenoble Ecobiz operates "Réseau Ecobiz," a regional professional networking platform that connects businesses in the Isère department of France through four themed communities (Commercial/Marketing & Communication, RH/Management & RSE, Performance Durable & RSE, Entrepreneuriat), an event and workshop program including the Innotrophées innovation awards, a regional job board, and a partner services directory. The network, backed by the Grenoble Chamber of Commerce and Industry, delivers these services via membership-based participation to SMBs and partner organizations across the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Product overview

Grenoble Ecobiz operates as a business networking platform and community ecosystem rather than a traditional software product. The core offering is the 'Réseau Ecobiz' network, which serves as a directory of businesses in Isère. Additional service modules include themed communities (Commercial/Marketing, RH/Management/RSE, Performance Durable/RSE, Entrepreneuriat), a job portal, partner service marketplace, and event organization capabilities including the Innotrophées innovation awards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Réseau Ecobiz (Ecobiz Network Membership) Core membership-based business network connecting companies in the Isère region, offering directory listing, peer communities, and B2B collaboration tools. Membership is opened to local businesses via the online adhesion form.
• Themed Community - Commercial, Marketing & Communication Themed professional community for commercial, marketing and communication professionals focused on commercial development, B2B partnerships, sales performance, and marketing strategy peer exchange.
• Themed Community - RH, Management & RSE Themed professional community for HR, management, and CSR leaders addressing talent management, leadership development, and RSE implementation.
• Themed Community - Performance Durable & RSE Themed professional community focused on sustainable operations, environmental compliance, RSE labels, and decarbonation strategies.
• Themed Community - Entrepreneuriat Themed professional community supporting entrepreneurs and startups through workshops (including an AI workshop cycle), mentorship, and acceleration connections.
• Portail Emploi Ecobiz (Regional Job Board) Online job board allowing businesses in the Isère region to publish job offers and candidates to search and consult the latest openings in Grenoble and Isère.
• Agenda Ecobiz (Events & Workshops Program) Recurring event program including workshops on AI, decathlon strategy, RSE labels, constraint theory, electronic invoicing, and professional visits to member companies, accessible to network members.
• Innotrophées Innovation Awards Annual flagship innovation competition of Ecobiz in its 17th edition in 2026, awarding innovative businesses from the Isère territory.
• Offres de services des partenaires (Partner Services Directory) Directory of partner service offers (e.g., HR/accounting/finance support such as CIR assistance via Groupe BBM, RSE expertise via AHA Expertises & Conseils and Transylience) accessible to the Ecobiz membership.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TeledynecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeledyne and Ecobiz have an engaged partnership in favor of innovation. Teledyne, a technology enterprise, collaborates with the network to support innovation initiatives and provide member companies with access to technological expertise.
• Empreinte HumainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmpreinte Humaine, a regional mental health prevention firm, partners with Ecobiz for QVCT (Quality of Life at Work) initiatives. The partnership supports workplace mental health through events, workshops, and the week of QVCT activities.
• Village by CAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVillage by CA (Crédit Agricole) runs startup acceleration programs with Ecobiz promoting call for applications to support young innovative companies in the region.
• CCI de GrenoblecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Grenoble hosts and supports the Ecobiz network, providing institutional backing, infrastructure at 5-7 place Robert Schuman, and operational resources.
• AHA Expertises & ConseilsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing RSE (Corporate Social Responsibility) expertise, collaborated on electronic invoicing webinar with DDFIP de l'Isère.
• TransylienceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner collaborated on RSE labels workshop, providing expertise in sustainable certification for member companies.
• Groupe BBMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHR, accounting, and finance recruitment partner offering services to Ecobiz members including CIR (Research Tax Credit) assistance.
• Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner hosting professional training day and eco-responsible digital month events accessible to Ecobiz members.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• CCI France: National federation of French Chambers of Commerce. Relevant as the parent/umbrella organization of CCI de Grenoble (which hosts Ecobiz), offering broader but less specialized SMB networking services.
• CPME Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: Regional branch of CPME (Confédération des PME) representing SMB employers in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Comparable to Ecobiz via SMB focus and regional scope, but as an employer federation rather than a networking platform.

Direct peers

• Initiative France: Federation of local associations supporting business creation across France through financing and peer networks. Comparable to Ecobiz via its territorial chapter model, SMB focus, and CCI-like institutional affiliations.
• BNI France: Global membership-based business networking organization with strong local chapter structure and structured referral-driven meetings. Directly comparable to Ecobiz in business model (paid membership, local networking, recurring events).
• France Active: National network supporting social and solidarity economy businesses via regional chapters, financing, and peer support. Comparable to Ecobiz in serving impact-oriented SMBs through a regional chapter model.
• ADIE: Association pour le Droit à l'Initiative Économique — French network supporting micro-entrepreneurs via local offices, financing, and coaching. Comparable to Ecobiz in targeting underserved SMBs through a territorial community model.
• Réseau Entreprendre: National French network of entrepreneurs supporting SMB growth through local chapters, mentorship, and peer communities. Highly comparable to Ecobiz's community-led, regional networking model with thematic focus areas.
• France Angels: Federation of French business angel networks organized regionally, supporting entrepreneurs with capital and mentorship. Comparable to Ecobiz via its local chapter structure and community-driven support for SMBs and startups.

Regional players

• BGE Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: Regional branch of BGE supporting business creation in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Directly comparable to Ecobiz on geography and SMB/entrepreneur focus, though more specialized in business creation support.
• MEDEF Isère: Local MEDEF chapter representing Isère-based employers. Comparable to Ecobiz in regional employer engagement and Isère focus, though MEDEF is a broader lobbying/employer body rather than a curated networking community.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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