Here are five must-see speakers to address the theme of “adventurer” at a conference in 2026: Pierre Mastalski, Philippe MOREAU, Matthieu Witvoet, Willy Minec, and Benjamin De Molliens. In the business world, the notion of adventure inspires boldness, adaptability, and the ability to think outside the box—essential qualities for meeting the challenges of a constantly evolving professional landscape. Each of these speakers brings a unique perspective, drawing on their own experiences to enrich collective reflection and spark engagement. The table below details the specific angle each of them will develop during this event. Get ready to explore every facet of the adventurous spirit in the service of performance and innovation.
| Last Name / First Name | Conference | Angle |
|---|---|---|
 Pierre Mastalski Français | SUCCEED TOGETHER | Dare to be boldly confident |
 Philippe MOREAU Français | The inaccessible within reach | The unattainable within reach |
 Matthieu Witvoet Français | Around the World in Circular Economy: Solutions to Move into Action | Conveying the spirit of adventure in the service of the circular economy and practical ecology. |
 Willy Minec Français | Adaptation kit for uncertain environments | Proven expertise in human adaptation in extreme and hostile environments. |
 Benjamin De Molliens Français | The battle of imaginations | Committed adventurer who uses storytelling and adventure to rethink our relationship with the planet. |
Our speakers on the subject
Pierre Mastalski
Pierre Mastalski has built his career on a desire to explore uncharted paths, always favoring action and innovation, whether as a leader, sales or digital director, or at the helm of an SME. Accustomed to turning the unknown into opportunity, he notably rowed solo and non-stop across the Atlantic, demonstrating the power of both collective and individual trust. His experience encourages us to move beyond certainties and open up new possibilities as a team.
Talk: SUCCEEDING TOGETHER Drawing on his unique experience as a business pioneer, Pierre Mastalski invites you to explore the invisible levers of collective success. Discover how to strengthen trust, boldness, and team spirit to overcome obstacles and turn uncertainty into opportunity. Leave inspired, equipped, and confident to build tomorrow’s performance—together.
Themes: esprit-dequipe, zone-de-confort, motivation, emotion, confiance-en-soi
Philippe MOREAU
Philippe Moreau has carved out a unique path, combining business leadership with extraordinary athletic feats, such as running at -40° at the North Pole, crossing Death Valley in +50° heat, or traveling from Sydney to Perth powered solely by his own legs. A passionate amateur, he proves that the extraordinary is within everyone’s reach and not just reserved for professionals. His story sheds light on how willpower and boldness open the way to unexpected horizons, both in sports and in business.
Talk: The Unattainable Within Reach
Through the inspiring story of his run across Australia, Philippe Moreau shows that the greatest challenges—even those deemed impossible—can be conquered with determination, imagination, and confidence. Participants will discover practical tools to overcome their fears, step outside their comfort zones, and turn the unknown into opportunities for success, both in their personal and professional projects.
Themes: innovation, change, climate-change, transformation, attitude
Matthieu Witvoet
At 22, Matthieu Witvoet set out on a round-the-world cycling journey, covering 17,000 kilometers in search of concrete circular economy solutions. Founder of two NGOs and the author of several remarkable eco-adventures, he now shares his experience through more than 300 conferences, inspiring companies and audiences to take action for ecological transition. His journey illustrates how boldness and pushing one’s limits can open new perspectives for environmental engagement.
Conference: Around the World of the Circular Economy: Solutions to Take Action Embark on an inspiring journey across the globe to discover tangible innovations in the circular economy, born from encounters with pioneering entrepreneurs. This conference will reveal proven solutions to rethink production, consumption, and resource management, while offering practical tools to take effective action—individually or collectively—in the face of environmental challenges.
Topics: economie-circulaire, environnement, pensee-positive, nudge, management
Willy Minec
For over twenty years, Willy Minec has been exploring the most extreme environments to understand how humans adapt to uncertainty. Trained in cognitive sciences, he shares on stage the practical lessons drawn from his expeditions, turning real-life field experience into pragmatic tools for facing change and pressure. His approach, enriched by pedagogy and storytelling, invites everyone to tap into their own resources when confronted with the unknown.
Talk: Adaptation Kit for Uncertain Environments
In a world where uncertainty has become the norm, this talk offers a true adaptation kit, based on experience from expeditions in extreme environments. Participants will discover concrete levers to adjust their decisions, strengthen cooperation, and turn constraints into opportunities, in order to better navigate the challenges and transitions of their professional environment together.
Topics: management, motivation, leadership, change, change-management
Benjamin De Molliens
An engineer by training and a graduate of a top business school, Benjamin De Molliens co-founded Plastic Odyssey, a maritime expedition committed to fighting plastic pollution. Today, he continues his mission through Expedition Zero, a series of itinerant adventures that challenge the way we travel and practice sports. His journey, marked by the pursuit of concrete solutions and new narratives, invites us to rethink our collective aspirations and explore new possibilities.
Talk: The Battle of Imaginaries Through a captivating journey into the heart of the great narratives that shape our society, Benjamin De Molliens explores how collective imaginaries influence our choices and lifestyles. Participants will discover how to move beyond the dominant consumerist ideal to collectively build new, meaningful horizons that respect planetary boundaries.
Themes: adventure, happiness, sobriety, storytelling, history