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March 2025
Air France-KLM at Top Afep 2025: A Strong Commitment to Employment and Regional Development
On March 15, Air France-KLM took part in the 7th edition of Le Top, an event organized by Afep (French Association of Private Companies) at the Palais d'Iéna in Paris. This initiative aims to strengthen the commitment of major corporations to employment and economic development, generating over 1,600 meetings between 50 top executives from large companies and 300 SMEs, mid-sized businesses, and startups.
A strategic dialogue for business growth
Throughout the day, discussions revolved around key topics such as strategy, innovation, international expansion, industrialization, and more.
Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President of Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance, represented the Group alongside other major corporate leaders, emphasizing the importance of direct dialogue to support the economic players of tomorrow.
"Through these direct and concrete exchanges, the Air France-KLM Group is very proud to support SMEs and mid-sized businesses in their strategic development and growth, fostering a positive impact on the local economy and regional development," stated Anne Brachet.
A strong commitment to regional development
Events like Top Afep are a priority for the Air France-KLM Group. With an annual contribution of over €70 billion to the French and Dutch economies and 820,000 direct and indirect jobs supported, Air France-KLM is a key driver of local, national, and European economic growth. The Group is also the largest private employer in the Île-de-France region, making it a crucial asset for regional economic vitality. (Learn more about our socio-economic impact: full study here.)
Top Jeunes: Bridging the gap between companies and schools
In addition to Top Afep, Air France’s employer brand teams also participated in the Top Jeunes event on March 14, an initiative co-organized with the French Ministry of National Education. The goal: to strengthen ties between businesses and schools to better prepare young people for the jobs of the future.
Through its active participation in Top Afep and Top Jeunes, Air France-KLM Group reaffirms, year after year, its commitment to employment, economic development, and innovation, alongside SMEs and young talent.
