The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on team cohesion depends first and foremost on the specific objective of your event, and not just the general theme being addressed. This guide compares five renowned speakers: Domitille Kiger, Laurent BERNAT, Laurent COMBALBERT, Eric MESNIER, and Delphine LUGINBUHL. This is not a ranking of the best speakers, but rather a comparison of their complementary approaches: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human dimension, etc. The table below will help you identify, for each speaker, their preferred angle, targeted objectives, and intended audience. This way, you can choose the speaker best suited to your expectations and the dynamic you wish to inspire in your team.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want to inspire your teams to work together in high-stakes environments and synchronize their efforts to achieve collective success. →
Domitille Kiger — to strengthen collective performance under pressure - If you want to illustrate team cohesion through crisis situations and rebuilding after a major shock. →
Laurent BERNAT — to inspire through collective resilience - If you want to equip your teams to act together in uncertainty and complexity. →
Laurent COMBALBERT — to develop collective agility in complex contexts - If you want to explore team cohesion through trust and risk management in unpredictable environments. →
Eric MESNIER — to strengthen trust for collective intelligence - If you want to rebuild connections and reignite collaborative energy in teams that have lost their sense of purpose or engagement. →
Delphine LUGINBUHL — to boost engagement and break down silos
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domitille Kiger Français | Angle Transposing world record parachuting methods to team cohesion in the workplace. Objective Strengthening collective performance under pressure Target Managers, operational teams, company conventions seeking to break down silos | Transposing world record parachuting methods to team cohesion in the workplace. | Strengthening collective performance under pressure | Managers, operational teams, company conventions seeking to break down silos |
| Laurent BERNAT Français | Angle Convey the strength of the group in the face of extreme adversity through military experience. Objective Inspired by collective resilience Target Managers, teams in transformation, cohesion seminars | Convey the strength of the group in the face of extreme adversity through military experience. | Inspired by collective resilience | Managers, teams in transformation, cohesion seminars |
| Laurent COMBALBERT Français | Angle Bring the strategies of intervention and crisis negotiation teams to strengthen cohesion and collective effectiveness. Objective Develop collective agility in a complex context Target COMEX, managers, project teams, organizations in uncertain environments | Bring the strategies of intervention and crisis negotiation teams to strengthen cohesion and collective effectiveness. | Develop collective agility in a complex context | COMEX, managers, project teams, organizations in uncertain environments |
| Eric MESNIER Français | Angle Show how trust saves lives and underpins collective performance in extreme environments. Objective Strengthening trust for collective intelligence Target Executive committees, project teams, corporate conventions | Show how trust saves lives and underpins collective performance in extreme environments. | Strengthening trust for collective intelligence | Executive committees, project teams, corporate conventions |
| Delphine LUGINBUHL Français | Angle It reveals the power of the human connection to revitalize collective engagement. Objective Strengthen engagement and break down silos Target Managers, operational teams, corporate seminars | It reveals the power of the human connection to revitalize collective engagement. | Strengthen engagement and break down silos | Managers, operational teams, corporate seminars |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Applying world record parachuting methods to team cohesion in the workplace.
For which audience / event: Managers, operational teams, corporate conventions looking to break down silos
Choose if… Choose if you want to inspire your teams to work together in high-stakes environments and synchronize their efforts to achieve collective success.
Conference to watch: Achieving Together: The Large Formation World Record Method
Angle: Conveying the strength of the group in the face of extreme adversity through military experience.
For which audience / event: Managers, teams undergoing transformation, team-building seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to illustrate team cohesion through crisis situations and rebuilding after a major shock.
Conference to watch: DEFLAGRATION AND RECONSTRUCTION: THE ART OF BOUNCING BACK
Angle: Bringing the strategies of intervention and crisis negotiation teams to strengthen cohesion and collective effectiveness.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, managers, project teams, organizations in uncertain environments
Choose if… Choose if you want to equip your teams to act together in uncertainty and complexity.
Conference to watch: Collective Agility
Angle: Demonstrating how trust saves lives and underpins collective performance in extreme environments.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, project teams, corporate conventions
Choose if… Choose if you want to explore team cohesion through trust and risk management in unpredictable environments.
Conference to watch: Trust, the Foundation of Collective Intelligence and Performance
Angle: She reveals the power of human connection to revitalize collective engagement.
For which audience / event: Managers, operational teams, corporate seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to rebuild connections and reignite collaborative energy in teams that have lost their sense of purpose or engagement.
Conference to watch: La force du lien: how to rekindle engagement, break down silos, and help your teams take off thanks to what truly connects us
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my team cohesion conference?
First, identify the main goal of your event: strengthening collaboration, motivating teams, or developing leadership. For example, Laurent COMBALBERT addresses collective negotiation strategies, while Domitille Kiger focuses on collective performance in extreme environments.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of experienced managers?
For a knowledgeable audience, opt for a speaker like Eric MESNIER, who shares concrete feedback from crisis management, or Laurent BERNAT, a specialist in complex organizational challenges. Their technical and pragmatic approach will capture the attention of experienced managers.
What types of formats do speakers on team cohesion offer?
Speakers such as Delphine LUGINBUHL or Domitille Kiger offer interactive conferences, practical workshops, or round tables. Specify your time and logistical constraints to choose the format best suited to your event.
How can I ensure the speaker’s message is accessible to all participants, regardless of their technical level?
During the briefing, clearly indicate your audience’s level of knowledge. Some speakers, like Delphine LUGINBUHL, know how to adapt their message to ensure understanding and engagement from all participants.
Where can I find profiles of speakers specialized in team cohesion?
Platforms like Lespeakers list numerous speakers, including Laurent COMBALBERT and Eric MESNIER. You can filter profiles according to your needs and review the topics covered by each speaker.
And then?
Once the angle is clarified, the easiest way is to formalize your brief (objective, audience, format, duration, constraints). We can help you match with the right speaker on team cohesion.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also see our selection of speakers on team cohesion.