How do you stay impactful when every word counts? Public speaking for executives isn’t just about delivering a message – it shapes reputation, trust, and leadership. With close attention from media, stakeholders, and the public, every word carries weight. This session explores how to communicate confidently, authentically, and strategically under pressure.
Join us for an exclusive alumni-only evening, where we’ll dive into practical strategies for reducing stress and maximizing impact when speaking on behalf of a company. Topics include:
- Why is public speaking becoming increasingly complex for executives nowadays?
- What techniques do top executives use to stay composed and confident? Lessons from real-world cases and common pitfalls.
- How can you structure messages that are clear, authentic, and resonant?
- What preparation methods help anticipate reactions and perform under high-stakes pressure?
Meet the Speakers:
Christelle Bitouzet – Affiliate Professor at HEC Paris, former Head of Communication and Local Stakeholder Relationships at Lafarge Group, and partner at a consulting company specializing in sustainable development and strategic stakeholder engagement. Christelle brings over a decade of experience guiding executives through complex corporate communication challenges, helping them navigate acquisitions, divestments, and stakeholder relations across multiple cultures.
Paul Vialard – has been training high executives, managers, high civil servants and staff of various companies in Public Speaking for nearly 20 years, in France and internationally. He is a teacher at Sciences Po Paris and at the Military School, and an Associate Professor at HEC Paris.
Together, our speakers will share actionable insights, real-world examples, and hands-on advice to help you communicate with confidence and clarity.
This is your chance to reconnect with fellow alumni, learn from seasoned experts, and gain practical tools to excel in high-stakes public speaking.
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