The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on self-confidence depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, far more than on the theme alone. Eric MESNIER, Pierre Mastalski, Paul Henri De le rue, Nicolas Felger, and Fabrice Depoorter each offer a unique approach, tailored to different expectations and audiences. This guide is not a ranking of the top five speakers, but rather a comparison of their respective perspectives: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human dimension, and so on. The table below details, for each speaker, their preferred angle, intended objective, and target audience. This will help you select the most relevant speaker according to the purpose of your event.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that matches.
- If you want to illustrate self-confidence through real-life experiences in risk management and collective intelligence in critical situations. →
Eric MESNIER — to strengthen team cohesion and trust - If you want to inspire your teams to step off the beaten path and dare to embrace the unknown. →
Pierre Mastalski — to stimulate boldness and risk-taking - If you want to inspire by the example of an Olympic champion and strengthen trust within your teams. →
Paul Henri De le rue — to transfer the confidence of elite sports to the business world - If you want to make a lasting impression with an interactive keynote-show and transform collective energy. →
Nicolas Felger — to create a positive and interactive shock around trust - If you’re looking for concrete support on energy, motivation, and self-esteem in everyday professional life. →
Fabrice Depoorter — to boost energy and self-esteem at work
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric MESNIER Français | Angle He demonstrates how individual trust is the essential foundation for collective performance in extreme environments. Objective Strengthen team cohesion and trust Target Managers, operational teams, team-building seminars | He demonstrates how individual trust is the essential foundation for collective performance in extreme environments. | Strengthen team cohesion and trust | Managers, operational teams, team-building seminars |
| Pierre Mastalski Français | Angle He conveys self-confidence through entrepreneurial adventure and pushing beyond comfort zones. Objective Encourage boldness and risk-taking Target Managers, teams in transformation, corporate seminars | He conveys self-confidence through entrepreneurial adventure and pushing beyond comfort zones. | Encourage boldness and risk-taking | Managers, teams in transformation, corporate seminars |
| Paul Henri De le rue Français | Angle He shares how self-confidence, trust in others, and belief in the collective enable sustainable performance. Objective Transposing the confidence of high-level sports to the business world Target Executive committees, teams seeking cohesion, performance-focused events | He shares how self-confidence, trust in others, and belief in the collective enable sustainable performance. | Transposing the confidence of high-level sports to the business world | Executive committees, teams seeking cohesion, performance-focused events |
| Nicolas FelgeR Français | Angle It offers an immersive experience where self-confidence is built through collective action and performance. Objective Create a positive and interactive impact on confidence Target Major conventions, teams seeking dynamism, interactive events | It offers an immersive experience where self-confidence is built through collective action and performance. | Create a positive and interactive impact on confidence | Major conventions, teams seeking dynamism, interactive events |
| Fabrice Depoorter Français | Angle He offers insights drawn from real-life experience with leaders to strengthen self-confidence and daily engagement. Objective Boost energy and self-esteem at work Target SMEs, burnout prevention staff, motivational workshops | He offers insights drawn from real-life experience with leaders to strengthen self-confidence and daily engagement. | Boost energy and self-esteem at work | SMEs, burnout prevention staff, motivational workshops |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: He demonstrates how individual confidence is the essential foundation for collective performance in extreme environments.
For which audience / event: Managers, operational teams, team-building seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to illustrate self-confidence through real-life experiences in risk management and collective intelligence during critical situations.
Conference to watch: Trust, the foundation of collective intelligence and performance
Angle: He instills self-confidence through entrepreneurial adventure and pushing beyond comfort zones.
For which audience/event: Managers, teams undergoing transformation, corporate seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to inspire your teams to break new ground and dare to embrace the unknown.
Conference to watch: Dare to Trust Boldly
Angle: He shares how self-confidence, trust in others, and collective trust enable sustainable performance.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, teams seeking cohesion, events focused on performance
Choose if… Choose if you want to inspire with the example of an Olympic champion and strengthen trust within your teams.
Conference to watch: from emotion to performance
Angle: He creates an immersive experience where self-confidence is built through collective action and performance.
For which audience / event: Large conventions, teams seeking renewed energy, interactive events
Choose if… Choose if you want to make a lasting impression with a participative conference-show and transform collective energy.
Conference to watch: CHANGE EXPERIENCE – A Conference-Show That Will Transform Your Team
Angle: He offers insights drawn from real-life experience with leaders to strengthen self-confidence and daily engagement.
For which audience/event: SMEs, employees in burnout prevention, motivational workshops
Choose if… Choose if you’re looking for practical support on energy, motivation, and self-esteem in the professional day-to-day.
Conference to watch: Your Team’s Energy at the Service of Your Company’s Success
FAQ
How can I match the choice of speaker to the objective of my self-confidence conference?
First, determine whether you want to motivate, inspire, or provide practical tools to your audience. For example, Eric MESNIER favors concrete approaches, while Paul Henri De le rue shares inspiring experiences from the world of elite sports.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of managers or executives?
For a managerial audience, choose a speaker like Fabrice Depoorter, who addresses self-confidence in the context of leadership and decision-making. He tailors his talk to professional challenges and team dynamics.
How do I choose a suitable presentation format (workshop, keynote, panel discussion)?
Some speakers, such as Nicolas Felger, offer interactive formats, which are ideal for workshops or participatory sessions. If you prefer a traditional keynote, Pierre Mastalski excels at classic conference presentations.
Can the technical level of the talk be adjusted according to the audience?
Yes, most speakers adapt their language and examples to the audience, whether they are beginners or experienced professionals. It’s recommended to specify the participants’ profiles during the briefing with the speaker.
Where can I find and contact these self-confidence specialists?
You can visit the Lespeakers platform to discover detailed profiles of Paul Henri De le rue, Fabrice Depoorter, or Eric MESNIER and contact them directly to organize your event.
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 self-confidence.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, see also our selection of speakers on self-confidence.