When a topic as central as well-being at work takes centre stage at a company conference, the perspective of an external expert can transform the atmosphere. Opening a plenary session or workshop with a speaker on well-being at work adds substance to your discussions and reframes your HR challenges from a fresh angle. Your teams leave not just informed, but genuinely equipped to evolve their daily practices.
Whether you want to energise a seminar, support a transformation, or unite people around concrete initiatives, each speaker on well-being at work brings their own approach: inspiring stories, proven tools, and practical feedback. This overview helps you compare a range of profiles and choose the one who will bring constructive energy to your event. Take the time to identify the voice that will help your teams move forward on this key topic.
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When the coffee break becomes a well-being laboratory
Forget ready-made solutions: the dynamic of a seminar changes as soon as a well-being at work conference brings the discussion into the realm of everyday experience. Here, the message isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s put into practice through the details that shape your working environment: trust, listening, and the right to disconnect. Inviting a speaker on well-being at work creates a space where everyone can question what fuels (or hinders) collective energy, far from the clichés of ‘positive thinking’.
The impact is seen in how teams leave: more relaxed, but above all more aware of their own influence on the company’s climate. This approach gives your events a valuable signature, far different from a simple social moment, and turns well-being into a truly shared topic.
Well-being is more than yoga and table football
Well-being at work is often reduced to a few pleasant but superficial initiatives. A speaker on well-being at work goes much further: they highlight the real levers for lasting engagement, such as recognition, stress management, or the quality of leadership. That’s when the session becomes memorable—because it breaks down stereotypes and invites people to rethink their habits at a deeper level.
The best talks on this topic spark unexpected, sometimes even unsettling, but always constructive realisations. They provide that spark which, after the event, leads to real changes within teams and management—well beyond a fleeting boost in motivation.
From HR to frontline managers: who really shapes the internal climate?
Well-being at work is no longer just an HR issue. A successful well-being at work conference involves the entire human chain of the company, from leaders to frontline staff. Everyone, in their own way, influences the atmosphere and overall health of the organisation.
This cross-functional approach gives a whole new dimension to the speaker’s message: it encourages each participant to take ownership of the subject and see themselves as an active part of the collective climate. For organisers, it’s the assurance that the conference will resonate with a wide, engaged audience, ready to start sometimes unexpected conversations about quality of life at work.
Your search, our compass: finding the speaker who will make an impact
At Lespeakers, every request around well-being at work is unique: some want to ease tensions, others to kick-start a new management culture, or to support health prevention. We help organisers identify the most suitable tone, so we can recommend the speaker on well-being at work who will truly connect with your teams and your context.
Our approach is based on listening to real needs and selecting speakers who can deliver concrete messages with clarity and authenticity. Because the success of a well-being at work conference depends above all on the sincerity of the exchange, and on the ability to inspire people to take action—together.
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Biliana Todorova
International Speaker • Doctor of Science • Expert in Individual and Collective Performance • Passionate about the Brain
- Spoken languages
- French, English
Many people are interested in the brain and neuroscience, but no one in the world has submitted their own brain to more than 100 clinical studies. Biliana has done it! She has been so obsessed with understanding this powerful yet misunderstood organ that she has undergone dozens of MRI scans, electroencephalograms (EEG), and magnetoencephalograms (MEG). She even agreed to take two medications - Ritalin and Ketamine…
Ben Campagna
Multidisciplinary expert in chronic stress and sustainable performance, Ben Campagna supports leaders and management teams from exhaustion to resilience and alignment.
- Spoken languages
- French, English
Ben Campagna is an international speaker, executive coach, and specialist in human behavior, sustainable performance, and human optimization. With an academic background in psychology and sports sciences, combined with advanced training in behavioral change, neuroscience, emotional intelligence, physiology, and performance coaching, he has spent over 12 years working with executives, management teams, and high-perf…
Laurent Pellet
Take control of your time for a sustainable balance between performance and serenity.
- Spoken languages
- French, English
- Speaking locations
- Dans le monde entier
Companies and their leaders are facing increasing pressure: ambitious goals, heightened mental load, days fragmented by emergencies and constant demands... In this context, time has become a critical factor for performance and balance. Yet, we often feel like we are subjected to it rather than mastering it. After 28 years of career at Accor and Edenred, including 22 years of expatriation across several continents (…
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Denis Pennel
Recreating collectivity at work without denying the individual - Well-being at work is good, taking care of work is better! - How to boost energy at work?
- Spoken languages
- French, English
Denis Pennel is a recognized specialist in work transformations and their impacts on managerial practices. His conviction is that work must regain its promise of emancipation in order to support the performance of companies. He is the author of several bestselling books (including "50 Tips to Regain Energy at Work" Eyrolles 2024 and "Work, the Thirst for Freedom" Eyrolles, 2017) and numerous articles on the labor…
Noémie Sylberg klugman
Author, podcaster, and speaker on employee vulnerabilities in the workplace
- Spoken languages
- French, English
After a 10-year career as a lawyer, Noémie Sylberg-Klugman became known with "Living After Marc", an autobiographical account prefaced by Delphine Horvilleur, which she published following the death of her husband from cancer, in which she asserts that one can be happy after going through a tragedy. The success of this book led her to a first podcast - RESOURCES - in which she invited personalities to share the reso…
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Thanh Agullo
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist · Survivor of the boat people · The only trilingual French-speaking child psychiatrist in the world
- Spoken languages
- French, English, Vietnamese
I was born in Saigon in 1975. At 3 years old, my family fled Vietnam — boat people, political refugees. We almost didn’t make it. I grew up in France, studied medicine in Lyon, and became a child and adolescent psychiatrist. It took me 47 years to find my way back to my homeland — and I return today as an international speaker. I am the only trilingual French-speaking child psychiatrist in French, English, and Vie…
Amelie Bridot
Cultivator of Happiness at Work!
- Spoken languages
- French, English
A pure product of Generation Y, I have worked in 10 different companies and changed careers 4 times over the last 12 years. One could say that I have often questioned the concept of Happiness at Work. Trained in the science of Happiness at the Fabrique Spinoza and the University of Berkeley, I share my knowledge on the subject to (re)awaken employees' enthusiasm at work by helping them experience positive emotions.…
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Frequently asked questions about speakers on well-being at work
What budget should I plan for a speaker on well-being at work?
The budget for a speaker on well-being at work mainly depends on the speaker’s profile and the format you want (in-person, remote, workshop or keynote). In practice, for a one-hour session, fees usually range from €2,000 to €6,000 excluding VAT, plus travel and accommodation costs. Prices can rise if the speaker customises the content or leads an interactive session. To avoid surprises, always specify your budget from the start: this helps guide the search and prevents disappointment during selection.
How do I choose a speaker on well-being at work who suits my audience?
Beyond the CV, what really matters is the ability of the speaker on well-being at work to speak your audience’s language. A group of managers will expect practical tools and real-life experience, while a team under pressure may be looking for positive and reassuring stories. Ask to see recent video clips to check their tone and approach. A good brief, shared in advance, helps the speaker tailor their examples to your sector and context, which maximises engagement on the day.
What mistakes should I avoid when choosing a speaker on well-being at work?
One of the most common mistakes is choosing a speaker on well-being at work based only on their reputation or a ‘trendy’ topic, without checking if it’s relevant for your situation. A talk that’s too general or disconnected from your reality can leave the audience unsatisfied. Another pitfall: neglecting logistics, especially timing or room setup, which can affect interaction. Finally, make sure to allow time for discussion at the end of the session: this turns a passive presentation into a shared experience.
What format should I choose for a well-being at work event?
It all depends on your goal: to raise broad awareness, a 45- to 60-minute talk with time for questions works well. If you want to change practices, an interactive workshop in small groups allows you to go deeper, especially for audiences already familiar with the topic. Some organisers alternate between talks and workshops on the same day to avoid fatigue. Consider a round-table format if you want to bring together different perspectives, for example HR, occupational health, and an external expert.
Can a speaker on well-being at work adapt to a difficult or sceptical audience?
Yes, as long as you brief them honestly about the internal climate. An experienced speaker on well-being at work knows how to adjust their message for a less receptive or sceptical audience. They will focus on concrete examples, sometimes even stories about resistance encountered elsewhere, to create a sense of connection. Speaking openly about obstacles, without minimising them, often has more impact than a bland, consensus-driven talk. Share some feedback from the field in advance to help them target their message.
How long does a speaker on well-being at work usually speak for?
The standard format is around 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, including questions, as this is the optimal attention span for most audiences. For more participative formats, such as workshops, allow 1.5 to 2 hours. Some speakers also offer very short formats (20 to 30 minutes) for busy conferences, but in that case you need to focus on a key message and avoid spreading too thin. If you’re including the talk in a full-day event, avoid scheduling it right after lunch or during low-energy times.
How can I measure the impact of a well-being at work session after the event?
The impact of a session isn’t measured only on the day itself. To go beyond the usual satisfaction survey, you can, for example, track participation in follow-up activities (additional workshops, internal surveys, etc.). Some clients also collect informal feedback a month later or organise team meetings to see if certain messages have been picked up or turned into concrete initiatives. This simple follow-up often brings positive surprises, even with audiences who are usually less expressive.
Can I organise a well-being at work session via videoconference?
Yes, a speaker on well-being at work can present remotely, with a few useful adjustments. It’s important to keep the session lively (breaks, chat interactions, quick quizzes) as attention drops faster online. Some speakers even offer short sessions spread over several weeks to maintain engagement and allow for real learning. On the technical side, always test your video platform with the speaker beforehand to avoid issues on the day. Lespeakers can also help with logistics if needed.