The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on emotional intelligence depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, not just the topic being addressed. This guide offers a detailed comparison of five renowned speakers: Hervé FRANCESCHI, Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee, Steve A. Tineo, Eric MESNIER, and Regis Rossi. This is not a ranking or a leaderboard, but rather an analysis of the different perspectives—strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human dimension, etc.—that each of these experts can bring. The table below outlines, for each speaker, their preferred angle, targeted objectives, and intended audiences, to help you make a relevant and tailored choice for your needs.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that matches.
- If you want to spark joy and strengthen cohesion through emotional intelligence. →
Hervé FRANCESCHI — to transform your team’s relational culture - If you want to raise leaders’ awareness of the importance of soft skills and emotional intelligence in driving change. →
Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee — to prepare leaders for human-centered innovation - If you want to equip your teams to better handle pressure, manage conflicts, and bounce back after setbacks. →
Steve A. Tineo — to develop decision-making resilience under pressure - If you want concrete feedback on managing emotions and trust in high-risk situations. →
Eric MESNIER — to strengthen team cohesion under stress - If you want to make a lasting impression with an original and immersive experience on emotional intelligence. →
Regis Rossi — to spark a collective emotional breakthrough
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hervé FRANCESCHI Français | Angle NATURAL LEADERSHIP: BECOME THE STRONGEST LINK! Objective Transforming the team’s relational culture Target Team seminar, managers, companies in search of meaning | NATURAL LEADERSHIP: BECOME THE STRONGEST LINK! | Transforming the team’s relational culture | Team seminar, managers, companies in search of meaning |
| Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee Français | Angle Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world Objective Preparing leaders for human innovation Target Executive committees, leaders, heads of innovation, conferences on the future of work | Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world | Preparing leaders for human innovation | Executive committees, leaders, heads of innovation, conferences on the future of work |
| Steve A. Tineo Français | Angle Turning Failures into Strength: The Power of Resilience Objective Develop decision-making resilience under pressure Target Executive committees, sales teams, managers in high-pressure environments, crisis management workshops | Turning Failures into Strength: The Power of Resilience | Develop decision-making resilience under pressure | Executive committees, sales teams, managers in high-pressure environments, crisis management workshops |
| Eric MESNIER Français | Angle He illustrates emotional intelligence through the management of trust in extreme conditions. Objective Strengthen team cohesion under stress Target Managers, field teams, team-building seminars | He illustrates emotional intelligence through the management of trust in extreme conditions. | Strengthen team cohesion under stress | Managers, field teams, team-building seminars |
| Regis Rossi Français | Angle The power of emotional intelligence Objective Create a collective emotional spark Target Large conventions, motivational seminars, large-scale corporate events | The power of emotional intelligence | Create a collective emotional spark | Large conventions, motivational seminars, large-scale corporate events |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: NATURAL LEADERSHIP: BECOME THE STRONGEST LINK!
For which audience / event: Team seminar, managers, companies seeking meaning
Choose if… Choose if you want to spark joy and strengthen cohesion through emotional intelligence.
Conference to watch: The Secrets of RELATIONAL INTELLIGENCE
Angle: Know-How-to-Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world
For which audience / event: Executive committees, leaders, heads of innovation, conferences on the future of work
Choose if… Choose if you want to raise leaders’ awareness of the importance of soft skills and emotional intelligence in driving change.
Conference to watch: “Know-How-to-Innovate”: The Leader’s Skill for the New World (presentation)
Angle: Turning Failure into Strength: The Power of Resilience
For which audience / event: Executive committees, sales teams, managers in high-pressure environments, crisis management workshops
Choose if… Choose if you want to equip your teams to better handle pressure, manage conflicts, and bounce back after setbacks.
Conference to watch: Turning Failure into Strength: The Power of Resilience
Angle: He illustrates emotional intelligence through managing trust in extreme conditions.
For which audience / event: Managers, field teams, team-building seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want concrete feedback on managing emotions and trust in high-risk situations.
Conference to watch: Trust, the foundation of collective intelligence and performance
Angle: The Power of Emotional Intelligence
For which audience / event: Large conventions, motivational seminars, corporate events with a wide audience
Choose if… Choose if you want to make a lasting impression with an original and immersive experience on emotional intelligence.
Recommended talk: The Power of Emotional Intelligence
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my event on emotional intelligence?
First, define the main goal of your conference (awareness, training, inspiration). For example, Hervé FRANCESCHI is known for his interactive presentations, while Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee approaches emotional intelligence from a neuroscientific perspective.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of experienced managers?
For an audience of experienced managers, opt for a speaker like Eric MESNIER, who offers practical tools and case studies tailored to senior profiles. Be sure to check the speaker’s references with similar organizations.
How can I adapt the conference format according to the speaker chosen?
Some speakers, like Regis Rossi, offer interactive formats or workshops, while others prefer a more traditional lecture. Find out about the formats offered and choose the one that best fits your expectations and your audience.
What technical level should I expect from a speaker on emotional intelligence?
The technical level varies depending on the speaker: Steve A. Tineo covers concepts accessible to everyone, while Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee can delve into more scientific aspects. Specify the expected level when making contact.
How can I properly prepare a brief for the selected speaker?
Provide the speaker with a detailed brief about your audience, your expectations, and the context of the event. Lespeakers can assist you with this step to ensure a perfect match between your needs and the presentation.
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 emotional intelligence.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also see our selection of speakers on emotional intelligence.