QAPA

Stéphanie Delestre's background includes 15 years at Eurosport, where she eventually managed the company's websites, followed by a role as Director General for the German startup Qype. This experience, contrasted with the employment landscapes in Germany and France, fueled her determination to address unemployment challenges through technology. Olivier Zier brought 15 years of digital sector experience to the venture.

Qapa's core business revolves around a proprietary job-matching algorithm that connects candidates with employers based on skills, location, salary, and availability. The platform, which stands for "Qualified Applicant Pro-active Algorithm," uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to replace traditional CV screening with an algorithmic analysis of competencies. This technology-first approach facilitates rapid placements, primarily for temporary and interim positions across various sectors like logistics, retail, and industry. The business model pivoted in 2016 to focus on becoming a 100% digital and mobile temporary staffing agency. Revenue is generated through this digital interim service, offering transparent pricing for recruitment services to a client base that ranges from small enterprises to large blue-chip companies.

A significant milestone in the company's history was its acquisition by The Adecco Group, announced in September 2021 for an initial consideration of €65 million. This strategic move was part of Adecco's "Future@Work" strategy to enhance its digital capabilities and expand its offering with a fully online solution. At the time of the acquisition, Qapa had a talent base of approximately 4.5 million workers and over 500 corporate clients. The integration allows Qapa to leverage Adecco's extensive client network and candidate database while remaining an independent, complementary service within the group's portfolio.