Crisis communication, an essential discipline for any organization, involves managing and disseminating information during unforeseen or sensitive situations in order to protect reputation and ensure business continuity. In a professional world increasingly exposed to media risks, cyberattacks, and societal challenges in 2026, mastering this art is more crucial than ever. This article highlights five renowned speakers—Eric Mesnier, Vincent Boichard, Emmanuelle Hervé, Commandant Antonin, and Florian Silnicki—who share their innovative perspectives on anticipating and responding effectively to crises. Their expertise provides companies with the keys to turning adversity into opportunity.
Our speakers on the subject
Eric MESNIER
With 18 years spent as a mountain rescue worker in the prestigious PGHM, Eric Mesnier has developed a unique expertise in crisis management and communication. As an author and speaker, he now shares the lessons learned from a world where every decision can save lives, and where communication, trust, and team cohesion are the keys to success. His exceptional experience inspires companies to turn uncertainty into performance and to build robust, effective crisis management strategies.
Talk: The Keys to Optimizing Crisis Management
Discover how to turn uncertainty into opportunity with a proven crisis management method, drawn from 18 years of experience with the PGHM and more than 600 interventions. In this talk, Eric Mesnier will reveal the key steps to master before, during, and after a crisis, as well as the 6A rule, to strengthen both individual and collective resilience.
Themes: risque, reduction-du-risque, performance, analyse, processus-decisionnels
▶️ Vincent Boichard
Vincent Boichard is a recognized expert in crisis communication, with 25 years of hands-on experience at the highest institutional level, both in France and internationally. A former senior officer in civil security and the second-in-command at the Interministerial Crisis Management Operations Center, he has led communication and coordination during major events: natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and health crises. Now a speaker and executive coach, he shares his expertise to turn the pressure of crisis into a driver for mobilization and collective efficiency.
Talk: Leadership in Crisis Situations
Drawing on more than twenty years of command at the heart of major humanitarian and natural crises, Vincent Boichard shares practical insights for making decisions and taking action when everything is on the line. Discover how to strengthen your leadership, unite your teams in adversity, and turn uncertainty into collective strength with field-tested strategies. An essential talk for anyone who must lead in times of crisis.
Topics: stress, uncertainty, crisis, motivation, enthusiasm
Emmanuelle Hervé
An engineer by training, Emmanuelle Hervé has established herself as a leading figure in crisis communication after an international career with the DuPont de Nemours group, where she developed the MENA market. Founder and CEO of the EH&A firm, she now supports executives and major companies in managing sensitive situations, from structuring crisis units to protecting online reputations. As chair of the AFNOR commission on e-reputation and a recognized expert with international organizations, she regularly shares her expertise through conferences and training sessions, illustrating her talks with concrete, real-world examples.
Conference: Leadership in Times of Lockdown Discover how to adapt your leadership during times of crisis and remote work: through practical advice and real-life examples, Emmanuelle Hervé guides you in creating a reassuring framework, maintaining team motivation, and communicating authentically. Leave with immediately applicable tools to support your teams, preserve cohesion, and turn uncertainty into an opportunity for collective progress.
Topics: gestion-de-crise, gestion-du-risque, risques-psycho-sociaux, communication-de-crise, communication-interne
Commandant Antonin
A graduate of Saint-Cyr and a senior officer in the French Army, Commandant Antonin is currently stationed at the Commandement du Combat Futur, the institution’s strategic think tank. With several years of experience leading troops in both foreign and domestic operations, he has developed sharp expertise in crisis management and communication, steering decision-making in emergency situations. For the past eight years, he has shared this experience with companies and top schools, helping leaders and teams face uncertainty with composure and efficiency.
Conference: Crisis Management: What Method for Deciding in Action? In a context where crises are multiplying and demand rapid decisions, this conference offers you a concrete, proven method for managing uncertainty and acting effectively. You’ll discover practical tools to structure your decision-making, lead your team under pressure, and assess your actions to continuously improve your processes and leadership.
Topics: gestion-de-crise, manager, dirigeant, gestion-du-temps, gestion-de-tension
FLORIAN SILNICKI
Florian Silnicki is one of France’s most renowned crisis communication experts, supporting companies, institutions, and public figures facing sensitive situations for many years. Founder of the LaFrenchCom agency, regularly ranked among the top crisis management agencies in France, he has established himself as a leading authority in the field. His strategic and pragmatic approach makes him a sought-after advisor for anticipating, preparing for, and effectively managing crises.
Conference: Crisis Communication—Preparing and Responding Anticipate the unexpected and master the art of communication in a crisis with this conference led by Florian Silnicki. You’ll learn how to develop an effective strategy, structure your messages, manage media relations, and restore trust after the storm. Leave with practical tools to protect your organization’s reputation for the long term.
Topics: communication, communication-de-crise, gestion-de-crise, crise