Mumbai: Havas has announced the acquisition of Unnest, a French data consulting and engineering firm known for its end-to-end expertise in designing, building and deploying advanced data platforms. The acquisition strengthens Havas Media Network’s global data, technology and analytics arm, CSA, and reinforces the group’s Converged.AI strategy to help brands navigate technology and transformation challenges.
Founded in 2021 by Nicolas Chollet and Mehdi Moreau, Unnest has quickly built a strong reputation for delivering high-value technology infrastructure projects and implementing best-in-class solutions across cloud and data ecosystems, including Google Cloud Platform, Azure, Snowflake and Amazon Cloud. The company serves an impressive client base across retail, travel, beauty, automotive and luxury sectors.
By integrating Unnest’s specialist teams in Data & Cloud Engineering and AI, Havas significantly expands its Business Science practice and enhances its ability to deploy data-driven strategies at scale. The acquisition will create a combined force of 120 data experts in France, generating stronger synergies with CSA Data Consulting, DBi and TED Consulting. Supported by CSA’s global network, the enhanced capabilities will be rolled out both in France and internationally.
Unnest will join Havas while maintaining its agility and technological DNA, benefitting from the group’s strategic partnerships and global client portfolio.
Yannick Bolloré, Chairman and CEO, Havas, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Nicolas Chollet, Mehdi Moreau, and the entire Unnest team to the Havas family. Their technological expertise will be a valuable addition to the acceleration of our Converged.AI strategy. They will help drive the adoption of AI solutions across our client base, addressing strategic and operational challenges while maintaining the highest standards of excellence.”
Yoann Denée, Chief Data Officer, Havas France and President of Havas Data Business Intelligence, added, “Integrating Unnest into our Business Science ecosystem enhances our ability to deliver increasingly advanced tech solutions and to address the growing challenges our clients face in transforming their businesses through data, AI, and automation.”
Nicolas Chollet, Co-founder of Unnest, said, “In a rapidly growing data and AI landscape, joining Havas represents a unique opportunity to accelerate our growth and leverage our technological expertise in support of a global vision. We are eager to contribute to the creation of innovative solutions for brands.”
