Choosing a speaker for a neuroscience conference depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, and not just on the topic being discussed. Indeed, whether your goal is to inspire, train, raise awareness, or mobilize, the ideal profile will vary. This guide compares the approaches of Biliana Todorova, Ben Campagna, Hermès Garanger, Pierre-marie Lledo, and Mathieu Grant. This is not a ranking of the top five speakers, but rather a comparison of their respective perspectives: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human factors, and so on. The table below details for each speaker their preferred angle, intended objective, and target audience, to help you identify the most suitable speaker for your needs.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want an interactive, engaging, and hands-on conference to boost engagement and collective performance. →
Biliana Todorova — to strengthen engagement through neuroscience - If you want practical solutions for stress management and sustainable performance within your leadership teams. →
Ben Campagna — to prevent burnout and develop lasting resilience - If you want to explore managing emotions and stress through meditation and understanding the nervous system. →
Hermès Garanger — to cultivate mental well-being through meditation and neuroscience - If you’re looking for a high-level scientific talk to enlighten and inspire managerial transformation. →
Pierre-marie Lledo — to optimize management with insights from neuroscience - If you want an immersive experience to raise your teams’ awareness of cognitive biases and emotional intelligence. →
Mathieu Grant — to strengthen cohesion through neuroscience
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biliana Todorova Français | Angle Conference-Experience: Neuroscience at the Service of Engagement Objective Strengthening engagement through neuroscience Target Managers, teams seeking cohesion, corporate conventions looking for energy and active participation | Conference-Experience: Neuroscience at the Service of Engagement | Strengthening engagement through neuroscience | Managers, teams seeking cohesion, corporate conventions looking for energy and active participation |
| Ben Campagna Français | Angle Chronic Well-being — The Science of Sustainable Leadership and Performance Objective Prevent burnout and build lasting resilience Target Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, companies undergoing transformation | Chronic Well-being — The Science of Sustainable Leadership and Performance | Prevent burnout and build lasting resilience | Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, companies undergoing transformation |
| Hermès Garanger Français | Angle How can we reduce "stress, fear, and anxiety" by understanding our nervous system (Vagus Nerve)? Objective Cultivating mental well-being through meditation and neuroscience Target Companies, teams seeking meaning, wellness workshops, personal development seminars | How can we reduce "stress, fear, and anxiety" by understanding our nervous system (Vagus Nerve)? | Cultivating mental well-being through meditation and neuroscience | Companies, teams seeking meaning, wellness workshops, personal development seminars |
| Pierre-marie Lledo Français | Angle Neuro-sympathetic management Objective Optimize management through the contributions of neuroscience Target Executive committees, managers, large companies, institutional conferences | Neuro-sympathetic management | Optimize management through the contributions of neuroscience | Executive committees, managers, large companies, institutional conferences |
| Mathieu Grant Français | Angle Brings cognitive biases and perception to life through interactive magic and mentalism. Objective Strengthening cohesion through neuroscience Target Team seminars, conventions, interactive in-company workshops | Brings cognitive biases and perception to life through interactive magic and mentalism. | Strengthening cohesion through neuroscience | Team seminars, conventions, interactive in-company workshops |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Conference-Experience: Neuroscience at the Service of Engagement
For which audience/event: Managers, teams seeking cohesion, corporate conventions looking for energy and active participation
Choose if… Choose if you want an interactive, fun, and practical conference to boost engagement and collective performance.
Conference to watch: Conference-Experience: Neuroscience at the Service of Engagement
Angle: Chronic Well-being — The Science of Sustainable Leadership and Performance
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, leadership seminars, companies undergoing transformation
Choose if… Choose if you’re looking for practical solutions for managing stress and achieving sustainable performance within your leadership teams.
Conference to watch: Chronic Well-being — The Science of Sustainable Leadership and Performance
Angle: How to reduce "stress, fear, and anxiety" through understanding our nervous system (Vagus Nerve)?
For which audience / event: Companies, teams searching for meaning, wellness workshops, personal development seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to explore managing emotions and stress through meditation and understanding the nervous system.
Conference to watch: What if our well-being depended on good mental health?
Angle: Neuro-sympathetic management
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, large corporations, institutional conferences
Choose if… Choose if you are looking for a high-level scientific presentation to shed light on and inspire managerial transformation.
Conference to watch: Neuro-sympathetic management
Angle: Experience cognitive biases and perception through interactive magic and mentalism.
For which audience / event: Team seminars, conventions, interactive corporate workshops
Choose if… You want an immersive experience to raise your teams’ awareness of cognitive biases and emotional intelligence.
Conference to watch: Beyond Our Perceptions
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my neuroscience conference?
First, identify the message or impact you’re aiming for: popularization, inspiration, or in-depth expertise. For example, Pierre-marie Lledo is ideal for a thorough scientific approach, while Biliana Todorova can make neuroscience accessible to a wide audience.
Which speaker should I prioritize based on my audience profile (students, professionals, general public)?
For a professional audience, Hermès Garanger or Mathieu Grant can provide technical and practical insights. If your audience is broader or made up of students, Ben Campagna offers educational and interactive presentations.
How do I adapt the format of the session (conference, workshop, round table) to the choice of speaker?
Some speakers, like Biliana Todorova, excel in participatory workshops, while others, such as Pierre-marie Lledo, are more comfortable with keynote lectures. Specify your preferred format when making contact to ensure the relevance of the session.
What technical level should I choose based on my expectations and those of the participants?
If you want an accessible presentation, choose speakers experienced in popularization, like Ben Campagna. For a more knowledgeable audience, opt for recognized specialists such as Mathieu Grant or Hermès Garanger.
How do I effectively prepare the brief for the chosen speaker?
Provide the speaker with a detailed brief including the audience profile, event objectives, and chosen format. You can also rely on Lespeakers to facilitate introductions and help prepare the session.
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 neuroscience.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also check out our selection of speakers on neuroscience.