Artefact wins Special Jury Award at the 2026 CCI France International Awards
Artefact, a global data and AI consulting firm, has been recognised in France for its strong growth, impact, and contributions to advancing the responsible adoption of AI worldwide.
At the CCI France International Awards, which recognizes French companies that have achieved strong success in international markets, Artefact was awarded the ‘Special Jury Award’.
Unlike category-specific awards, this “coup de cœur” distinction recognizes the company that most impressed the jury, regardless of its sector, size, or business model. The jury recognized Artefact for its “unique ability” to bridge business and technology through multidisciplinary teams, its proprietary AI Factory methodology that enables organizations to scale AI effectively, and its ongoing commitment to advancing responsible AI adoption globally.
Founded in 2014 in Paris, Artefact has grown into a global organization of 2,000 employees across 36 offices in 27 countries, serving more than 1,000 clients worldwide. The company has more than doubled its revenue between 2020 and 2025 to around €227 million and achieved unicorn status following its deal with private equity firm Cinven.
The award was accepted by Édouard de Mézerac (CEO) and Arnold Struik (Managing Partner for Northern Europe) at a ceremony held in Paris last week.
Commenting on the recognition, De Mézerac said: “We are deeply honored to receive this prestigious distinction from CCI France International. This award validates the foundational conviction that has guided Artefact since its inception: that data and AI are powerful catalysts for global business transformation when deployed responsibly and at scale.”
“This award reflects the dedication of our global teams and reinforces our long-term vision to pioneer an ethical, high-impact future for the AI economy, ensuring our technological leadership continues to drive meaningful value for organizations worldwide.”
Struik added: “This recognition is a testament to the day-to-day dedication of our regional teams and our commitment to execution.”
A total of 90 applications were submitted for the CCI France International Awards, with Artefact one of the six winners ultimately recognized during the ceremony, which gathered nearly 450 participants from more than 70 countries.
