The choice of the ideal speaker for a conference on transformation depends first and foremost on the specific goal of your event, and not solely on the general theme being addressed. This guide offers a comparison of Delphine Zanelli, Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee, Bruno Marion, Sébastien BICHON, and Ben Campagna, to help you identify the one whose approach will best meet your expectations. This is not a ranking of the top five speakers, but rather an analysis of the different perspectives they embody: strategy, management, operations, decision-making, human dimension, etc. The table below details for each their preferred angle, targeted objective, and intended audience, to make it easier for you to choose according to your specific needs.
How to Decide Quickly
Identify the priority of your event, then follow the rule that applies.
- If you want to equip your managers to stay engaged and relevant in a context where AI is disrupting practices. →
Delphine Zanelli — to reinvent management in the age of AI - If you want to boost adaptability and engagement through the development of soft skills and human innovation. →
Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee — to develop leaders’ emotional agility - If you want to give your teams practical tools to navigate uncertainty and complexity. →
Bruno Marion — to make decisions and take action in complex uncertainty - If you want to strengthen engagement and cohesion during periods of difficult transformation or major obstacles. →
Sébastien BICHON — to mobilize collective resilience in the face of adversity - If your goal is to support leaders in managing stress and preventing burnout during organizational transformations. →
Ben Campagna — to strengthen leaders’ resilience
| Speaker | Overview | Angle | Objective | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delphine Zanelli Français | Angle Reveal your managers' leadership Objective Reinventing management in the age of AI Target Managers, executive committees, HR directors, managerial transformation seminars | Reveal your managers' leadership | Reinventing management in the age of AI | Managers, executive committees, HR directors, managerial transformation seminars |
| Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee Français | Angle Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world Objective Develop leaders' emotional agility Target Leaders, COMEX members, executive teams, conventions on cultural transformation | Know-How to Innovate, the innovation mindset to adapt to a changing world | Develop leaders' emotional agility | Leaders, COMEX members, executive teams, conventions on cultural transformation |
| Bruno Marion Français | Angle Le chaos n’est pas le chaos ! — Transformez l’incertitude en opportunités Objective Decide and act in complex uncertainty Target Leaders, managers, teams facing complexity, strategic transformation seminars | Le chaos n’est pas le chaos ! — Transformez l’incertitude en opportunités | Decide and act in complex uncertainty | Leaders, managers, teams facing complexity, strategic transformation seminars |
| Sébastien BICHON Français | Angle Turning the obstacle into a competitive advantage Objective Mobilize collective resilience in the face of adversity Target All teams, company conventions, team-building events, audiences seeking motivation | Turning the obstacle into a competitive advantage | Mobilize collective resilience in the face of adversity | All teams, company conventions, team-building events, audiences seeking motivation |
| Ben Campagna Français | Angle He approaches transformation from the perspective of sustainable well-being and regulated performance, drawing on neuroscience and psychology. Objective Strengthen leaders' resilience Target Executive committees, senior management, leadership seminars | He approaches transformation from the perspective of sustainable well-being and regulated performance, drawing on neuroscience and psychology. | Strengthen leaders' resilience | Executive committees, senior management, leadership seminars |
Angles and Specificities of Each Speaker
Angle: Unleash your managers’ leadership
For which audience / event: Managers, executive committees, HR directors, managerial transformation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to equip your managers to stay engaged and relevant in a context where AI is disrupting established practices.
Recommended talk: Managing in the Age of AI: Becoming the Leader AI Can’t Be
Angle: Know-How to Innovate: The Innovation Mindset to Adapt to a Changing World
For which audience/event: Leaders, executive committee members, leadership teams, conventions on cultural transformation
Choose if… Choose if you want to boost adaptability and engagement through the development of soft skills and human innovation.
Conference to watch: “Know-How to Innovate”: The Leader’s Skill for the New World (presentation)
Angle: Chaos Isn't Chaos! — Transform Uncertainty into Opportunities
For which audience / event: Executives, managers, teams facing complexity, strategic transformation seminars
Choose if… Choose if you want to give your teams practical tools to navigate uncertainty and complexity.
Conference to watch: Chaos Isn't a Mess – Thrive in Uncertainty!
Angle: Turning obstacles into a competitive advantage
For which audience / event: All teams, corporate conventions, team-building events, audiences seeking motivation
Choose if… Choose if you want to strengthen engagement and cohesion during periods of challenging transformation or major obstacles.
Conference to watch: Turning obstacles into a competitive advantage
Angle: He approaches transformation from the perspective of sustainable well-being and regulated performance, drawing on neuroscience and psychology.
For which audience / event: Executive committees, senior management, leadership seminars
Choose if… Choose if the goal is to support leaders in managing stress and preventing burnout during organizational transformations.
Conference to watch: Chronic Well-being — The Science of Sustainable Leadership and Performance
FAQ
How do I choose a speaker suited to the objective of my conference on transformation?
First, identify the key message you want to convey. For example, Delphine Zanelli is known for addressing human and managerial transformation, while Bruno Marion offers a systemic and forward-looking perspective. Select a speaker whose expertise matches your main objective.
Which speaker would be best suited for an audience of executives or managers?
For an audience of decision-makers, prioritize speakers with hands-on experience working with executives, such as Sylvie Brémond Mookherjee or Sébastien BICHON. They will know how to adapt their message to strategic and managerial challenges.
How do I choose the most relevant presentation format with the speaker?
Some speakers, like Ben Campagna, excel in interactive formats and workshops. Others are more comfortable with plenary sessions. Discuss with the speaker to adjust the format to your expectations and the dynamics of the event.
Should the technical level of the conference influence my choice of speaker?
Yes, some speakers offer very accessible presentations, while others are aimed at more knowledgeable audiences. Specify the expected level during your discussions to ensure the content is a good fit—for example, Bruno Marion for complex topics or Delphine Zanelli for more generalist approaches.
How can I best prepare the brief for my speaker?
Write a clear brief with the context, expectations, audience profile, and desired duration. Don’t hesitate to get support from a specialized platform like Lespeakers to refine your request and facilitate the connection.
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 transformation.
For a detailed shortlist with biographies, also check out our selection of speakers on transformation.