E-testing acquires MentalO to enhance professional orientation offerings

Deal News | Apr 23, 2025 | Capital Croissance

E-testing has announced its acquisition of MentalO, a company revered in professional orientation and career development since 2014. This strategic move enables E-testing, a specialist in competency testing, to enhance its offering with school and career guidance solutions, adding to its portfolio of over 850 skill, professional behavior, and risk prevention tests. Founded by Armelle Riou, MentalO employs a proven methodology that has been implemented in over 15 countries. The acquisition indicates E-testing's ongoing strategy for external growth, following the successful integrations of Oojob and the Site des Tests. It represents a key strategic development area in professional orientation, aiming to create significant synergies among its entities. This move aligns with a development plan crafted in collaboration with Capital Croissance, which has supported E-testing since March 2024. The acquisition underscores shared ambitions to expedite growth and play a pivotal role in market consolidation. For E-testing's CEO Maud Sarfati, the move addresses a growing client demand for career guidance tools, enhancing the company's expertise in supporting individuals throughout their career paths.

Sectors

  • Educational Services
  • Professional Services

Geography

  • Global – MentalO operates in over 15 countries, indicating a global presence and relevance.
  • France – E-testing and Capital Croissance are based in France, indicating their primary geographic focus.

Industry

  • Educational Services – The acquisition pertains to educational and career guidance services offered by both E-testing and MentalO.
  • Professional Services – Both companies provide services related to professional development, skills assessment, and career advancement.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    E-testingAcquiring CompanyCompanyA specialist in competency testing with a large portfolio of professional development solutions.
    MentalOTarget CompanyCompanyA leading company in professional orientation and career development since 2014.
    Capital CroissancePrivate Equity FirmCompanySupporting E-testing in its expansion strategy since March 2024.
    Armelle RiouFounder of MentalOPersonConsultant and lecturer known for developing and implementing a proven methodology for career guidance globally.
    Maud SarfatiCEO of E-testingPersonLeading E-testing with a focus on expanding the company's offerings to meet client demand in professional orientation.