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Updated September 19, 2026

Top 5 french speakers on self-confidence

For a conference dedicated to self-confidence in 2026, five renowned speakers have been selected: Eric MESNIER, Pierre Mastalski, Paul Henri De le rue, Nicolas Felger, and Fabrice Depoorter. In a professional context where boldness, the ability to assert oneself, and managing uncertainty have become essential skills, addressing self-confidence stands out as a key driver of both individual and collective performance. Each of these speakers will bring a unique and practical perspective, tailored to the current challenges faced by organizations. The table below details the angle from which each of them will approach this fundamental topic.

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Our speakers on the subject

Eric MESNIER

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With eighteen years spent in the Peloton de Gendarmerie de Haute Montagne, Éric Mesnier has experienced the demands of rescue operations in extreme conditions, where every mission requires adaptation, commitment, and mutual trust. As an author and leader, he now shares the lessons learned from these unique experiences, particularly on the importance of trust as the foundation of collective performance. His journey illustrates how, when faced with uncertainty, confidence and solidarity make it possible to achieve ambitious goals.

Talk: Trust, the Foundation of Collective Intelligence and Performance Discover how trust, a true pillar of collective intelligence, transforms an ordinary team into a high-performing, united group. In this talk, you will explore individual levers, the key role of leadership, and the importance of alignment with organizational values. Leave with practical tools to establish and strengthen trust in the service of collective success.

Topics: intelligence-emotionnelle, intelligence-collective, confiance-en-soi, management, gestion-du-risque, performance, stress, gestion-des-emotions, motivation, atteindre-ses-objectifs, gestion-de-crise, communication, leader

Pierre Mastalski

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A passionate entrepreneur, Pierre Mastalski has built his career around innovation and boldness, always prioritizing action and the exploration of uncharted paths—whether within major groups like Omnicom or at the helm of an SME. His experience rowing solo across the Atlantic, with no prior experience at sea, illustrates his ability to push boundaries and open up new horizons. Through his talks, he encourages everyone to dare to step outside their comfort zone and fully commit to their projects. His unique journey offers an inspiring perspective on how to infuse courage and determination into both professional and personal challenges.

Talk: Dare to Trust Boldly Drawing on his journey as both a business and sea adventurer, Pierre Mastalski invites you to explore the power of bold confidence to transform your projects and mobilize your teams. Participants will discover how to overcome fear, foster innovation, and create a genuine collective dynamic, inspired by real-life experiences where audacity paves the way for shared success.

Themes: esprit-dequipe, zone-de-confort, motivation, emotion, confiance-en-soi, audace, motivation-des-equipes, aventure, engagement, valeur-humaine, atteindre-ses-objectifs, management, digital, agilite, entreprise-liberee, innovation, intelligence-collective, agile, objectif, reussite-de-projet, valeur-dusage, responsable, reussite, oser, performance, puissance, disruption

Paul Henri De le rue

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Paul-Henri De Le Rue, Olympic medalist in snowboarding, authentically shares the lessons learned from a journey marked by successes, setbacks, and moments of self-reflection. Through his talks, he invites everyone to explore the inner workings of performance, boldness, and resilience. His athletic experience—shaped by managing doubts and the ability to bounce back—offers a valuable source of inspiration for those looking to strengthen their confidence in their own abilities.

Talk: From Emotion to Performance
Through the inspiring story of his Olympic journey, Paul-Henri De Le Rue shares how he transformed his emotions, doubts, and failures into real assets for performance. Participants will discover practical tools for setting ambitious goals, managing pressure, harnessing their emotions, and daring to be fully themselves—both individually and as a team.

Topics: haut-niveau, esprit-dequipe, sport, champion, succes, emotion, oser, performance, audace, peur

Nicolas FelgeR

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Nicolas FelgeR has established himself as one of the most distinctive speakers of his generation, blending extreme adventures with live interactive experiences in his conference-shows. A seasoned adventurer, he has taken on extraordinary challenges, from crossing the Bosphorus to climbing Mont-Blanc, and has supported more than 400 companies in unlocking the potential of their teams. His journey inspires others to push beyond their limits and dare to step outside their comfort zones.

Conference: CHANGE EXPERIENCE – A Conference-Show That Will Transform Your Teams Immerse your teams in CHANGE EXPERIENCE, an interactive and immersive conference-show designed to spark breakthroughs, unlock everyone’s full potential, and boost collective performance. Participants discover how to surpass their limits, embrace a mindset of lasting change, and step out of their comfort zones through unique and inspiring experiences, tested with thousands of professionals around the world.

Topics: changement, motivation, depassement-de-soi, zone-de-confort, atteindre-ses-objectifs, convention, confiance-en-soi, reussite, performance, developpement-personnel

Fabrice Depoorter

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With fifteen years spent alongside top executives as a driver and bodyguard, followed by ten years as a mental coach and physical trainer for entrepreneurs, Fabrice Depoorter shares a practical vision of success and self-improvement. His talk, enriched by observing leaders’ strategies and his experience with Neuro-Linguistic Programming, delivers contagious energy and keys to better mobilize your resources. His lively, humor-tinged approach encourages the adoption of new habits—useful for strengthening confidence and daily commitment.

Talk: Your Team’s Energy at the Service of Your Company’s Success
Discover how to transform your team’s energy into a true driver of performance and success for your company. Through concrete examples drawn from fifteen years of supporting leaders, Fabrice Depoorter will reveal the keys to preventing burnout, boosting engagement, and multiplying collective motivation. Leave with practical tools to sustainably foster well-being and efficiency within your teams.

Topics: motivation, transition-energetique, engagement, self-esteem, self-confidence, taking-action, drive, burn-out, workplace-stress