Top 5 french speakers on generation z

Here are five must-see speakers for a conference on Generation Z in 2026: Elodie Gentina, P P C 💫, Marjolaine Grondin, Julien Estier, and Christophe Lachnitt. In light of the new challenges in management, recruitment, and engagement brought about by the massive arrival of this generation in organizations, it has become essential for companies to draw inspiration from expert and complementary perspectives. Understanding the expectations, values, and habits of Generation Z allows for the adaptation of management practices and strengthens employer attractiveness. The table below details the focus area of each of these speakers, to help you choose the most relevant profile according to your needs.

Our speakers on the topic

Elodie Gentina

Doctor of Management Sciences and professor-researcher in marketing at IESEG School of Management, Elodie Gentina has been conducting in-depth research for over fifteen years on the behaviors and expectations of younger generations, notably through surveys and field studies in France and internationally. Author of several reference works on generational shifts and intergenerational dynamics, she regularly speaks to companies and in the media to shed light on the managerial and societal challenges linked to the arrival of new generations in the workplace. Her rigorous yet accessible approach provides concrete keys to understanding and supporting the changes driven by Generation Z.

Conference: Societal and Managerial Challenges of Generation Z In this conference, Elodie Gentina invites you to move beyond stereotypes to gain a deep understanding of Generation Z, through an analysis based on extensive international surveys and observations. You will discover the real societal and managerial specificities of this generation, as well as the keys to anticipating their expectations and effectively adapting your management and HR practices.

Topics: bien-etre-au-travail, sante, management, generation-z

P P C 💫

P P C stands out as a leading figure in digital innovation in France, combining solid experience in new technologies with a pragmatic approach to collaborative work. Creator of the podcast “Connected Mate,” he has brought together a large audience around contemporary digital challenges. His infectious energy and mastery of interactive formats make his talks truly memorable moments. His journey sheds light on the current transformations faced by managers and HR leaders in response to emerging trends.

Talk: Young People, AI, and the Workplace—What Changes for Managers and HR Leaders? Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming relationships between young employees and managers within organizations. Through concrete examples and real-life feedback, this talk will provide you with key insights to better understand the expectations of the new generation and adapt your management practices to new uses of AI. Leave with practical solutions to strengthen your leadership and effectively support these changes.

Topics: digital, engagement, conversation, transformation, intelligence-artificielle, management, transformation-digitale, jeunes-generations, recruitment, human-resources, machinelearning, robot, consumer

Marjolaine Grondin

Marjolaine Grondin is the co-founder and CEO of Jam, France’s leading conversational media platform dedicated to young people, bringing together over three million users every month. A graduate of Sciences Po, HEC, and the University of Berkeley, she has successfully combined innovation, entrepreneurship, and commitment to a new, connected generation. Named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, she now shares her experience in business creation and social impact through inspiring talks.

Talk: Becoming a Purpose-Driven Company: Essential for the Young Generation Discover how social engagement has become a vital requirement for attracting and retaining the younger generation—the true drivers of change. Through concrete examples and a pragmatic roadmap, learn how to rethink your company’s mission to meet today’s expectations and build a sustainable, human, and inspiring organization.

Topics: engagement, jeunes-generations, jeunesse, millenials, societe, ethique, enjeux, nouvelles-technologies, processus, experience-utilisateur, humain, innovation, digital, uberisation, disruption, intelligence-artificielle, chatbot, voicebot, conversation, communication, service-client, media, startup, culture-dentreprise, apprentissage, futur-du-travail, bien-etre-au-travail, management

Julien Estier

For over twenty years, Julien Estier has been supporting leaders and managers as they navigate transformation challenges, with a sharp focus on intergenerational dynamics. As an entrepreneur and speaker, he offers interactive sessions that encourage everyone to question their own practices and adopt concrete tools to better understand the evolving relationship with work. His approach, grounded in real-world experience, provides valuable insights for addressing the expectations of new generations.

Talk: Understanding and Managing (Young) Generations Discover the keys to understanding and engaging new generations in the workplace. Through concrete examples and without clichés, Julien Estier unpacks their aspirations, paradoxes, and the drivers of lasting engagement. Leave with practical tools to foster intergenerational cooperation and strengthen retention within your teams.

Topics: management, jeunes-generations, jeunesse, transition-societale, diversite, ressources-humaines

Christophe Lachnitt

Christophe Lachnitt draws on more than twenty-five years of experience leading communications for international groups such as Alcatel, DCNS, and Microsoft, where he spearheaded transformation, engagement, and digitalization strategies. His approach to meaning-driven management, based on rallying teams around vision and values, addresses the new generations’ search for meaning and authenticity. As the author and creator of the Superception website, he shares in-depth insights on perception and the impact of communications within organizations.

Talk: Meaning-Driven Management In a world disrupted by the digital revolution, the relationship between managers and employees is being profoundly redefined. This talk explores how meaning—embodied in vision, strategy, and values—has become the essential lever for leadership and motivation, especially in response to the unprecedented expectations of Generation Z. Participants will leave with practical tools to inspire, unite, and sustainably engage their teams.

Topics: gestion-du-risque, management, optimisme, resilience, motivation, leadership, generation-z, digital, numerique, transformation, strategie