The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on digital topics depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, not just the general theme being addressed. Philippe BOULANGER, Leslie Coutterand, Linda SCHELL, Vincent Caltabellotta, and VIRGINIE PERROT each offer a unique approach to digital, covering a range of perspectives such as strategy, management, operations, decision-making, and the human aspect. This is therefore not a Top 5 ranking, but rather a comparison of the perspectives and expertise offered by these speakers. The table below details, for each one, their preferred angle, the intended objective, and the target audience for their presentation, to help you select the speaker best suited to your needs.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want to rally your teams around digital innovation and remove barriers to change. →
Philippe BOULANGER — to foster a culture of digital innovation - If you want to open a debate on the role of humans and ethics in digital technology. →
Leslie Coutterand — to question the meaning of digital in our lives - If you want to inspire your teams to express themselves authentically on LinkedIn and social media, focusing on personality. →
Linda SCHELL — to energize individual digital communication - If you want to inspire your teams to rethink their business model with digital and managerial innovation. →
Vincent Caltabellotta — to reinvent the company through digital and human-centric approaches - If you want a professional host to streamline and highlight presentations on digital topics. →
VIRGINIE PERROT — to energize and bring together a digital event
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippe BOULANGER Français | Angle Brings boldness and digital experimentation to life through immersive experiences. Objective Instill a culture of digital innovation Target COMEX, managers, teams in transformation, innovation seminars | Brings boldness and digital experimentation to life through immersive experiences. | Instill a culture of digital innovation | COMEX, managers, teams in transformation, innovation seminars |
| Leslie Coutterand Français | Angle REDEFINING SUCCESS IN A WORLD THAT NEEDS US Objective Questioning the meaning of digital in our lives Target Executive committees, strategy seminars, CSR events, or cultural transformation | REDEFINING SUCCESS IN A WORLD THAT NEEDS US | Questioning the meaning of digital in our lives | Executive committees, strategy seminars, CSR events, or cultural transformation |
| Linda SCHELL Français | Angle Values authenticity and personal branding as a driver of performance on social networks. Objective Energize individual digital communication Target Entrepreneurs, sales teams, SMEs, practical workshops | Values authenticity and personal branding as a driver of performance on social networks. | Energize individual digital communication | Entrepreneurs, sales teams, SMEs, practical workshops |
| Vincent Caltabellotta Français | Angle Invent your 21st-century business Objective Reinventing the company through digital technology and human capital Target Executives, sales teams, corporate conventions, manager networks | Invent your 21st-century business | Reinventing the company through digital technology and human capital | Executives, sales teams, corporate conventions, manager networks |
| VIRGINIE PERROT Français | Angle Energizes and enhances discussions to bring your digital topics to life. Objective Energize and unite a digital event Target Conventions, round tables, hybrid or remote events, entrepreneur networks | Energizes and enhances discussions to bring your digital topics to life. | Energize and unite a digital event | Conventions, round tables, hybrid or remote events, entrepreneur networks |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Brings boldness and digital experimentation to life through immersive experiences.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, teams undergoing transformation, innovation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to engage your teams around digital innovation and remove barriers to change.
Conference to watch: Understand the Boldness of Innovation
Angle: REDEFINING SUCCESS IN A WORLD THAT NEEDS US
For which audience / event: Executive committees, think tank seminars, CSR or cultural transformation events
Choose if… Choose if you want to open a debate about the role of humanity and ethics in the digital world.
Conference to watch: REDEFINING SUCCESS IN A WORLD THAT NEEDS US
Angle: Highlights authenticity and personal branding as drivers of performance on social media.
For which audience / event: Entrepreneurs, sales teams, SMEs, practical workshops
Choose if… Choose if you want to inspire your teams to express themselves authentically on LinkedIn and social media, focusing on personality.
Conference to watch: Go Get Yourselves LIKED! Marketing sells tools, but I’m here to talk about the best tool you’ll ever have: You! Content strategy for those who do it for a living
Angle: Invent your 21st-century business
For which audience / event: Executives, sales teams, corporate conventions, manager networks
Choose if… Choose if you want to inspire your teams to rethink their business model with digital transformation and managerial innovation.
Conference to watch: Invent your 21st-century business
Angle: Facilitates and enhances discussions to bring your digital topics to life.
For which audience/event: Conventions, round tables, hybrid or remote events, entrepreneur networks
Choose if… Choose if you want a professional host to streamline and highlight digital presentations.
Conference to watch: Host - Presenter - Master of Ceremonies
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my digital event?
First, define the main goal of your conference: awareness, inspiration, or technical deep dive. For example, Leslie Coutterand is ideal for addressing the societal challenges of digital technology, while Philippe BOULANGER excels at analyzing digital trends.
Which speaker would be best for an audience unfamiliar with digital topics?
For an audience with little background, opt for an educational speaker like Linda SCHELL, who knows how to simplify complex concepts and make digital topics accessible to everyone. This ensures better understanding and active participation.
How can I adapt the conference format to the speaker’s profile?
Some speakers, like Vincent Caltabellotta, excel in interactive formats such as workshops or round tables. Others, like VIRGINIE PERROT, offer inspiring keynote presentations; choose the format based on the speaker’s experience.
How do I assess the technical level required for my audience?
Analyze your participants’ profiles to determine whether they expect a general introduction or more advanced content. If your audience is diverse, choose a speaker who can adapt their talk, like Philippe BOULANGER.
What elements should I include in the brief to send to the speaker?
Specify the event context, audience profile, content expectations, and allotted time. Platforms like Lespeakers can help you prepare an effective and personalized brief.
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 digital speaker.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, see also our selection of digital speakers.