The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on inclusion depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, and not solely on the general topic being addressed. Among the must-have speakers are Virginie Delalande, Delphine LUGINBUHL, Florence Alix-gravellier, Marine Pétroline Soichot, and Tiffany Mazars. This guide does not present a Top 5 ranking, but rather offers a comparison of the different perspectives: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human factors, etc. The table below details for each speaker their preferred angle, targeted objective, and main audience. This will help you identify the speaker best suited to your expectations and the dynamic you wish to bring to your event.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want a powerful testimony on resilience and transforming diversity into collective strength. →
Virginie Delalande — to change the way we view differences - If you want to engage your teams around diversity as a driver of connection and efficiency. →
Delphine LUGINBUHL — to strengthen cohesion and collective engagement - If you want to explore how inclusion and equality are redefining performance within organizations. →
Florence Alix-gravellier — to unlock collective performance through inclusion - If your goal is to understand and take action against sexism in all its forms. →
Marine Pétroline Soichot — to dismantle everyday sexism in the workplace - If you want to open up dialogue about the often-overlooked realities of invisible disabilities and inclusive innovation. →
Tiffany Mazars — to raise awareness of invisible disabilities and their impacts
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginie Delalande Français | Angle Give up? Never! Objective Changing the way we see difference Target Large companies, managers, inspiring conventions, diversity awareness events | Give up? Never! | Changing the way we see difference | Large companies, managers, inspiring conventions, diversity awareness events |
| Delphine LUGINBUHL Français | Angle Diversity, optimism, and humanity in action: what if our differences were your teams’ most underutilized resource? Objective Strengthen cohesion and collective engagement Target Operational teams, team-building seminars, SMEs and mid-cap companies | Diversity, optimism, and humanity in action: what if our differences were your teams’ most underutilized resource? | Strengthen cohesion and collective engagement | Operational teams, team-building seminars, SMEs and mid-cap companies |
| Florence Alix-gravellier Français | Angle Vision of collective performance inspired by athletic experience and diversity. Objective Unleashing collective performance through inclusion Target Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, sports organizations or those undergoing transformation | Vision of collective performance inspired by athletic experience and diversity. | Unleashing collective performance through inclusion | Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, sports organizations or those undergoing transformation |
| Marine Pétroline Soichot Français | Angle Everyday sexism: understanding it fully and taking action for greater equality Objective Deconstructing everyday sexism in the workplace Target HR, managers, companies committed to gender equality | Everyday sexism: understanding it fully and taking action for greater equality | Deconstructing everyday sexism in the workplace | HR, managers, companies committed to gender equality |
| Tiffany Mazars Français | Angle Invisible disability, differently abled Objective Making invisible disabilities and their impacts visible Target Companies wishing to address invisible diversity, awareness workshops | Invisible disability, differently abled | Making invisible disabilities and their impacts visible | Companies wishing to address invisible diversity, awareness workshops |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Give up? Never!
For which audience / event: Large companies, managers, inspiring conventions, diversity awareness events
Choose if… Choose if you want a powerful testimony on resilience and turning diversity into collective strength.
Conference to watch: The Power of Difference
Angle: Diversity, optimism, and humanity in action: what if our differences were your teams’ most underused resource?
For which audience / event: Operational teams, team-building seminars, SMEs and mid-sized companies
Choose if… Choose if you want to engage your teams around diversity as a driver of connection and efficiency.
Conference to watch: Diversity, optimism, and humanity in action: what if our differences were your teams’ most underused resource?
Angle: A vision of collective performance shaped by athletic experience and diversity.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, sports organizations or those undergoing transformation
Choose if… Choose if you want to explore how inclusion and equality are redefining performance within organizations.
Conference to watch: REVERS GAGNANTS - Unleashing human potential to unlock collective performance.
Angle: Everyday sexism: understand it fully and take action for greater equality
For which audience/event: HR, managers, companies committed to gender equality
Choose if… Choose if your goal is to understand and take action against sexism in all its forms.
Conference to watch: Everyday sexism: understand it fully and take action for greater equality
Angle: Invisible disability, differently abled
For which audience/event: Companies looking to address invisible diversity, awareness workshops
Choose if… Choose if you want to open up dialogue about the often-overlooked realities of non-visible disabilities and inclusive innovation.
Conference to watch: Invisible disability, differently abled
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to my audience’s profile?
First, identify your audience’s expectations and level of knowledge regarding inclusion. For example, Virginie Delalande is great at raising awareness among a broad audience, while Delphine LUGINBUHL offers talks with a stronger focus on workplace psychology.
What format should I choose to maximize the impact of the message?
Depending on your goals, opt for an interactive conference, a participatory workshop, or a round table. Florence Alix-gravellier, for instance, offers formats designed for discussion and co-creation.
How can I ensure the technical level of the talk matches my event?
Specify from the briefing stage whether you want a simplified or expert approach. Marine Pétroline Soichot tailors her talks for both beginners and professionals in the field.
What information should I provide the speaker for an effective briefing?
Share key details about the event context, participant profiles, and your specific objectives. This will allow Tiffany Mazars or another speaker to personalize their presentation.
Where can I find speakers specializing in inclusion?
Platforms like Lespeakers list experts such as Virginie Delalande or Delphine LUGINBUHL, making it easy to compare backgrounds and topics covered.
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 inclusion.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, see also our selection of speakers on inclusion.