The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on human resources depends above all on the objective pursued during the event, and not solely on the topic addressed. This guide compares five renowned speakers: Denis ATLAN, Caroline Loisel, Philippe Pierre, Lali Dugelay, and Pierre Monclos. This is not a ranking of the best profiles, but rather an analysis of the different perspectives offered, whether they relate to strategy, management, operations, decision-making, or the human dimension. The table below details, for each speaker, the preferred angle, the intended objective, and the target audience, to help you choose the one that will best meet your expectations.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want to understand and concretely test the impact of AI on recruitment, training, and skills management. →
Denis ATLAN — to integrate AI into HR practices - If you want to boost engagement and cooperation in a context of transformation or hybrid work. →
Caroline Loisel — to reinvent engagement and cooperation - If you’re looking to strengthen your employer brand and incorporate diversity and interculturality into your HR practices. →
Philippe Pierre — to highlight diversity and retain talent - If you want to equip your managers to better identify and support employees with invisible disabilities. →
Lali Dugelay — to raise awareness about inclusion and invisible disabilities - If you want to understand and implement AI in your HR practices, with a focus on current and future challenges. →
Pierre Monclos — to integrate AI into HR strategy
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denis ATLAN Français | Angle Demystifies AI applied to HR with concrete case studies and real-world feedback. Objective Integrate AI into HR practices Target HR Directors, training managers, recruitment teams, HR innovation seminars | Demystifies AI applied to HR with concrete case studies and real-world feedback. | Integrate AI into HR practices | HR Directors, training managers, recruitment teams, HR innovation seminars |
| Caroline Loisel Français | Angle Individual vitality at the heart of workplace engagement Objective Reinventing engagement and cooperation Target Managers, HR teams, corporate seminars, interactive workshops | Individual vitality at the heart of workplace engagement | Reinventing engagement and cooperation | Managers, HR teams, corporate seminars, interactive workshops |
| Philippe Pierre Français | Angle Attract and retain talent Objective Valuing diversity and retaining talent Target COMEX, HRD, diversity managers, large companies, institutional conferences | Attract and retain talent | Valuing diversity and retaining talent | COMEX, HRD, diversity managers, large companies, institutional conferences |
| Lali Dugelay Français | Angle Provides authentic testimony and tools to better integrate people with DYS disorders and ADHD in the workplace. Objective Raising awareness about inclusion and invisible disabilities Target Managers, diversity officers, HR teams, inclusion workshops | Provides authentic testimony and tools to better integrate people with DYS disorders and ADHD in the workplace. | Raising awareness about inclusion and invisible disabilities | Managers, diversity officers, HR teams, inclusion workshops |
| Pierre Monclos Français | Angle New ways of managing HR Objective Integrate AI into the HR strategy Target HR managers, innovation departments, SMEs, practical workshops, webinars | New ways of managing HR | Integrate AI into the HR strategy | HR managers, innovation departments, SMEs, practical workshops, webinars |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Demystifies applied AI in HR with concrete cases and hands-on field experience.
For which audience / event: HR Directors, training managers, recruitment teams, HR innovation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to truly understand and test the impact of AI on recruitment, training, and skills management.
Conference to watch: HR and ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: Recruiting, Training in the Age of Generative AI
Angle: Individual vitality at the heart of workplace engagement
For which audience / event: Managers, HR teams, corporate seminars, interactive workshops
Choose if… Choose if you want to energize engagement and cooperation in a context of transformation or hybrid work.
Conference to watch: Individual vitality at the heart of workplace engagement
Angle: Attracting and retaining talent
For which audience / event: Executive committees, HR directors, diversity managers, large corporations, institutional conferences
Choose if… Choose if you are looking to strengthen your employer brand and integrate diversity and interculturality into your HR practices.
Conference to watch: Attracting and retaining talent
Angle: Offers an authentic testimonial and practical tools to better integrate people with DYS disorders and ADHD in the workplace.
For which audience / event: Managers, diversity officers, HR teams, inclusion workshops
Choose if… Choose if you want to equip your managers to better identify and support employees with invisible disabilities.
Conference to watch: DYS DISORDERS AND ADHD IN THE WORKPLACE
Angle: New Ways to Manage HR
For which audience / event: HR managers, innovation departments, SMEs, practical workshops, webinars
Choose if… Choose if you want to understand and implement AI in your HR practices, with a focus on current and future challenges.
Conference to watch: AI for HR, in practice
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my HR conference?
First, define the main goal of your event (inspire, train, debate, etc.). Then, select a speaker such as Caroline Loisel or Philippe Pierre, whose expertise matches this objective.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of HR managers?
For an audience of managers, prioritize a speaker with hands-on management experience, such as Denis ATLAN or Pierre Monclos, to ensure relevant and tailored discussions for their daily challenges.
How can I adapt the conference format to the speaker’s profile?
Some speakers, like Lali Dugelay, excel in interactive formats or workshops, while others are more comfortable with keynote presentations. Look into their previous engagements to choose the most relevant format.
How do I assess the technical level required for the target audience?
Identify your audience’s level of HR knowledge. For an informed audience, an expert like Philippe Pierre can delve deeper into concepts, while a more generalist speaker will be suitable for a less specialized audience.
How can I properly prepare the brief for an HR speaker?
Write a detailed brief including the context, expectations, and audience profile. You can also seek advice from Lespeakers to refine your request and optimize the speaker’s contribution.
What’s next?
Once the angle is clarified, the simplest approach is to formalize your brief (objective, audience, format, duration, constraints). We can help you match with the right speaker on human resources.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also see our selection of speakers on human resources.