On the occasion of its 12th edition, six “Grand Prix du Made in France” were awarded on Friday November 8 at 6 p.m.
A Jury bringing together:
Anthony VITORINO, President of the Jury and Director of Publication and Editor-in-Chief of Fait en France – TV Presenter
Joel FOURNY, President of CMA France
Jeanne LEMOINE, Vice-President of the FEEF
Alain DI CRESCENZO, President of CCI France
Loÿs MOULIN, Director of Projects and Marketing at CB
Bernard DE LA VILLARDIERE, Journalist – Producer – President at Ligne de front and Reel Media
Gilles ATTAF, President of Origine France Garantie certification
Nathalie GUIRMA, Producer and TV host – Host on Sud Radio
Elisabeth ASSAYAG, Journalist and editor-in-chief Europe 1
Luc LESÉNÉCAL, President of Tricots Saint James – President of the Institute for French Know-How
Yves JEGO, Secretary General of the World Impact Summit
Charles DE BISSCHOP, Made in France project manager at the General Directorate of Enterprises
awarded its favorites in 5 categories: The Product Grand Prize, the Innovation Grand Prize, the Hope Grand Prize, the Entrepreneur Grand Prize and the Export Grand Prize in collaboration with the CCI network. Another award is also awarded following public voting: The Grand Prix du Public.
Discover the details of the 2024 Prize list
Product Grand Prize
BRIOCHIN for its black soap
Founded in 1919 by Raoul Renaud, a wax merchant who traveled the roads of Brittany to offer professionals high-quality soaps and cleaning products, Le Briochin today perpetuates a druggist's expertise dating back more than a century. With a complete range inspired by traditional remedies – timeless products for the home, such as black soap with natural care – Le Briochin embodies the art of artisanal drugmaking, combining authenticity, quality and respect for traditions.
Grand Prize for Innovation
REFRESHMENT
Created in 2019, Qovoltis is an operator of smart charging stations for professionals and individuals. Already present throughout France with more than 1,500 charging points, it links the entire charging value chain, from production to energy supply. Its intelligent terminal for electric vehicles is capable of adapting its power in real time, via a mobile application composed of a consumption optimization system.
Grand Prix of Hope
THE LITTLE BRIDES
Founded in 1963, Les Petites Maries is today one of the last French creators and manufacturers of soft toys. With a precious artisanal heritage, each soft toy is made by hand in their workshop in Châteauroux, in the heart of Berry, under the Les Petites Maries brand. This workshop, formerly known as Blanchet Peluches, perpetuates exceptional know-how transmitted by experienced seamstresses.
Entrepreneur Grand Prize
Philippe RIVIÈRE, President and CEO of ACI Groupe
Founded in 2019, ACI GROUPE is a young industrial group carrying the heritage of nearly 100 years of history through its renowned industrial sites. Although a recent mid-sized company, ACI GROUPE offers industrial solutions with high added value and brings together complementary technological know-how.
Export Grand Prix
AIRPLUM
Since 1947, Airplum has been making slippers and slippers in Périgord. MIF Expo salutes its ability to innovate for more than 70 years in these everyday products. Thanks to its unique know-how and its ergonomic solutions, Airplum has won over a loyal clientele across France and beyond, particularly in the fields of health and well-being.
Public Grand Prize
THE CARTABLIERE
La Cartablière is a French company producing satchels, bags and leather accessories. All manufacturing is carried out in a leather goods workshop in Graulhet, labeled Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant, which highlights the excellence of French manufacturing. A team of 15 leather craftsmen, meticulous and passionate, with traditional know-how, bring La Cartablière’s creations to life. The final touch is provided by Sophie, founder of the brand, in her office in Lisle sur Tarn, which transforms into a workshop as orders come in.
Practical information:
Entrance: free with online pre-registration, otherwise €10 on site, amount refunded on first purchase.
www.mifexpo.fr
Dates: November 8 to 11, 2024
Location: Porte de Versailles – Pavilion 3
1000 companies and 100,000 visitors expected.
