Havas acquires Unnest to boost data and AI expertise

Havas has acquired Unnest, a French data consulting and engineering firm known for its expertise in designing, building, and deploying data platforms. The move strengthens Havas Media Network’s global data, technology, and analytics arm, CSA, and supports the group’s Converged.AI strategy aimed at helping brands manage transformation challenges.

Founded in 2021 by Nicolas Chollet and Mehdi Moreau, Unnest has become a respected specialist in technology infrastructures and high-value data projects. Its team of experts spans data and cloud engineering across Google Cloud Platform, Azure, Snowflake, and Amazon Cloud, as well as AI. Unnest works with clients across retail, travel, beauty, automotive, and luxury sectors.

Integration will expand Havas’ Business Science capabilities

The acquisition will create a combined team of 120 data experts in France by integrating Unnest with CSA Data Consulting, DBi, and TED Consulting. Supported by CSA’s global network, these Business Science solutions will be deployed in France and internationally.

Unnest will join Havas while maintaining its agility and technological identity, and will benefit from the group’s strategic partnerships and global client relationships.

Yannick Bolloré, Chairman and CEO, Havas: “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.”

Havas aims to advance data and AI transformation for clients

Yoann Denée, Chief Data Officer Havas France and President, Havas Data Business Intelligence: “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: “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.”

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