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Why Organisers Choose Philippe
Real-World Insight.
Not Theory.
With over 25 years of experience in high-stakes communication, Philippe brings field-tested authority to the stage. He has advised governments during health crises, trained hundreds of emergency responders, and supported global institutions through pandemics, disasters, and misinformation storms.
His keynotes are grounded in lived experience, backed by frameworks that have been tested under real pressure, and designed to leave your audience smarter, sharper, and more prepared to lead under pressure.
Want your audience to leave equipped, inspired, and ready to lead under pressure? Let's talk.
Past President, International Public Relations Association (IPRA)
Former Vice President, International Risk & Crisis Communication Association (IARCC)
Strategic adviser to UN agencies, national governments, and multinational corporations
Speaker at global conferences hosted by WHO, IPRA, NCEMA, IAEM and more
Field experience across 40+ countries, including active crisis zones in West Africa and Southeast Asia
Published author and weekly newsletter creator on crisis and risk communication
Speaking Formats
Every Engagement.
Built for Your Audience.
Keynote Address
A high-impact, narrative-driven keynote for conferences and global summits. Typically 45–60 minutes, combining real-world case studies, field-tested frameworks, and actionable takeaways your audience can apply immediately.
Conference Moderation
Expert facilitation of panels, roundtables, and plenary sessions. Philippe brings deep subject-matter authority to keep discussions substantive, on-time, and genuinely useful for delegates.
Executive & In-House Sessions
Tailored briefings and interactive workshops for leadership teams, communications departments, and board-level audiences. Designed to challenge assumptions and build practical readiness — not just awareness.
Virtual & Hybrid Engagements
Fully adapted for online and hybrid formats. Philippe has delivered to global audiences across time zones, maintaining the same level of rigour and engagement as in-person events.
Signature Talks
Five Topics.
One Consistent Standard.
All talks are fully customisable to your audience, sector, and event theme. Philippe works with event organisers in advance to ensure the content is precisely calibrated to your delegates' needs.
Navigating Uncertainty: AI and the Future of Crisis Communication
How artificial intelligence is reshaping the speed, scale, and credibility of crisis response — and what communicators must do now to stay ahead of the curve.
The Polycrisis Imperative: Why Your Crisis Plan is Already Obsolete
An evidence-based case for moving beyond reactive, siloed crisis management to an integrated stability architecture built for cascading, simultaneous threats.
Trust Under Fire: Protecting Institutional Credibility in the Age of Disinformation
Practical strategies for maintaining public trust, countering coordinated disinformation, and preserving your licence to operate when the information environment turns hostile.
From Risk to Resilience: Community Engagement in High-Stakes Environments
Lessons from the field on how governments, NGOs, and corporations can build genuine community trust before a crisis — and leverage it when it matters most.
The First 24 Hours: Crisis Communication in Real Time
A practitioner's guide to the decisions, messages, and actions that determine whether an organisation leads the narrative or loses it in the critical opening hours of a crisis.
Past Engagements
Trusted by the
World's Leading Events.
NCEMA
National Emergency Crisis & Disaster Management Authority
United Arab Emirates
The first world summit of its kind in the Gulf region and the Middle East dedicated to emergency and crisis management. Philippe delivered a keynote on AI and the future of crisis communication.
WHO
World Health Organization
Global
Speaker and facilitator at WHO-hosted events on risk communication and community engagement (RCCE) during public health emergencies.
IPRA
International Public Relations Association
Global
Past President of IPRA. Regular speaker at IPRA World Congresses on crisis communication, reputation management, and the evolving role of AI in public relations.
IAEM
International Association of Emergency Managers
North America & Global
Speaker at IAEM's annual conference — the premier gathering for emergency management professionals from government, public safety, healthcare, and humanitarian sectors.
EMPA
Emergency Management Professionals of Australasia
New Zealand & Australia
Keynote speaker at EMPA conferences, the only emergency management events in the region with an intense focus on communications and community engagement.
P World
Crisis Communication Bootcamps
Global
Recurring speaker and trainer at P World's Crisis Communications Bootcamps — intensive, globally-delivered events focused on reputation protection and real-time crisis response.
What Organisers Say
Trusted by
Event Professionals.
Working with Philippe has been an absolute privilege. He is truly one of the best professionals I've worked with. We've collaborated on trainings many times, covering everything from crisis communications to the evolving role of AI in PR.
Kosta Petrov
Entrepreneur, Conference Organiser · P World
After having attended a European conference moderated by Philippe, we decided to invite him to moderate our European Symposium entitled 'Using New Technologies in the Public Sector in Europe'. And we made a great choice!
Elisa Ciani
Conference Organiser · European University Institute
Phil is an excellent, fascinating, and inspiring speaker. As a consultant and business advisor, he's credible with a ton of integrity. I have learned to trust him and am always looking forward to our next conversation.
Charlie Nordblom
Strategic Communication · Volvo Group
Book Philippe
Ready to brief your audience
on what actually matters?
Request speaking availability for conferences, summits, executive briefings, and in-house sessions. Philippe works globally and adapts every engagement to your audience and context.