The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on creativity depends above all on the objective you wish to achieve with your event, and not solely on the topic being addressed. Philippe Boulanger, Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee, Aïna Queiroz, Alice Kara, and Estelle Penain each offer a specific approach, tailored to different needs and audiences. This is not a ranking of the five best speakers, but rather a comparison of their perspectives: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human dimension, etc. The table below details for each one their preferred angle, the objective pursued, and the target audience, to help you identify the most relevant profile for your project.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that matches.
- If you want an immersive keynote that shakes up habits and engages an entire audience to rethink their barriers to creativity. →
Philippe BOULANGER — to spark a collective awakening around innovation - If you want to better understand each person’s creativity drivers and develop creative cooperation within your teams. →
Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee — to strengthen creative collaboration in teams - If you’re looking for a scientific and original perspective on creativity, inspired by nature and research. →
Aïna Queiroz — to draw inspiration from the living world to innovate differently - If you want an offbeat, energetic, and impactful session to take the stress out of creativity and strengthen team cohesion. →
Alice Kara — to unleash creativity by embracing imperfection - If you want to offer an immersive and sensitive interlude that stimulates the imagination and deep creative expression. →
Estelle Penain — to explore creativity through artistic and sensory experience
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippe BOULANGER Français | Angle Understand the boldness of innovation Objective Trigger collective awareness about innovation Target Executive committees, managers, large corporations, transformation seminars | Understand the boldness of innovation | Trigger collective awareness about innovation | Executive committees, managers, large corporations, transformation seminars |
| Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee Français | Angle Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world Objective Strengthen creative team collaboration Target Managers, project teams, companies undergoing change, workshop-conferences | Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world | Strengthen creative team collaboration | Managers, project teams, companies undergoing change, workshop-conferences |
| Aïna Queiroz Français | Angle Biomimicry in business: thriving in the corporate jungle Objective Drawing inspiration from living organisms to innovate differently Target Innovative companies, CSR managers, seminars on sustainable innovation | Biomimicry in business: thriving in the corporate jungle | Drawing inspiration from living organisms to innovate differently | Innovative companies, CSR managers, seminars on sustainable innovation |
| Alice Kara Français | Angle The Praise of Imperfection Objective Unleashing creativity by embracing imperfection Target Companies open to originality, managers, leaders, interactive or informal formats | The Praise of Imperfection | Unleashing creativity by embracing imperfection | Companies open to originality, managers, leaders, interactive or informal formats |
| Estelle Penain Français | Angle Custom Poetry Performances Objective Exploring creativity through artistic and sensory experience Target Inspirational seminars, wellness events, audiences sensitive to art and personal transformation | Custom Poetry Performances | Exploring creativity through artistic and sensory experience | Inspirational seminars, wellness events, audiences sensitive to art and personal transformation |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Understand the boldness of innovation
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, large corporations, transformation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want an immersive keynote that shakes up routines and inspires an entire room to rethink their barriers to creativity.
Keynote to watch: Understand the boldness of innovation
Angle: Know-How to Innovate: The Innovation Mindset to Adapt to a Changing World
For which audience / event: Managers, project teams, companies in transition, workshop-conferences
Choose if… Choose this if you want to better understand the drivers of individual creativity and foster creative collaboration within your teams.
Conference to watch: Innovation Needs All Talents!
Angle: Biomimicry in Business: Thriving in the Corporate Jungle
For which audience / event: Innovative companies, CSR managers, sustainable innovation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you’re looking for a scientific and original perspective on creativity, inspired by nature and research.
Conference to watch: Biomimicry in Business: Thriving in the Corporate Jungle
Angle: In Praise of Imperfectitude
For which audience / event: Companies open to originality, managers, leaders, interactive or informal formats
Choose if… Choose if you want an offbeat, energetic, and impactful talk to lighten up creativity and strengthen team cohesion.
Conference to watch: In Praise of Imperfectitude
Angle: Custom Poetic Performances
For which audience / event: Inspirational seminars, wellness events, audiences sensitive to art and personal transformation
Choose if… Choose if you want to offer an immersive and heartfelt interlude that stimulates the imagination and deep creative expression.
Conference to watch: “LIBRE – Journey into Your Deepest Self”
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my conference on creativity?
First, identify whether your goal is to inspire, provide concrete tools, or spark reflection. For example, Philippe BOULANGER offers practical approaches, while Aïna Queiroz focuses on awakening creativity through nature.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of students or young professionals?
For a younger audience, choose speakers like Alice Kara or Estelle Penain, who know how to make creativity accessible and interactive. Their experience with diverse audiences encourages engagement and participation.
How can I adapt the format of the presentation according to the size of my event?
For large groups, opt for dynamic talks with concrete examples, like those given by Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee. For smaller groups, choose participatory workshops offered by Estelle Penain or Alice Kara.
What level of technicality should I expect depending on the speaker chosen?
Some speakers, such as Philippe BOULANGER, approach creativity from a methodological angle, while Aïna Queiroz offers a more intuitive and sensory approach. Adapt your choice to the creative maturity of your audience.
How can I effectively prepare the brief for the speaker?
Clearly specify your expectations, your audience profile, and the context of the event. Platforms like Lespeakers can help you structure this brief and facilitate communication with the speaker.
What’s next?
Once the angle is clarified, the simplest way is to formalize your brief (objective, audience, format, duration, constraints). We can help you match with the right speaker on creativity.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also check out our selection of speakers on creativity.