Unleash Your Voice: Empowering Audiences through Storytelling for Impact
Engaging Keynotes, Inspiring Panels, and Public Speaking Coaching Sessions
🎙️ Keynote Speeches 🎤 Panel Moderation 👨🏫 Coaching
⚡ Laser Sessions 🔎 Case Studies 💬 Testimonials
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Seeking engaging, inspiring, and thought-provoking speakers for businesses, conferences, leadership summits, or any gatherings? Look no further. Our compelling and insightful keynotes not only energize teams but also align with organizational values, fostering a culture of innovation and change. Tailored to your needs, our speeches cover CSR challenges, digital transformation, customer experience, B2B Sales & Marketing, and authentic leadership.
Emmanuel, a former Chief Product and Marketing Officer for major software leaders, brings a unique blend of energy, passion, and experience, along with his jargon-free approach, making his speeches instructive and impactful. The repeat engagements with top-tier companies speak to the quality and impact of his keynotes from IBM, Sun Microsystems, Sage, Salesforce, and Oracle, to Festival of Marketing, CRM Solutions, Highspot, and Kingfisher.
Looking for public speaking coaching? Look no further, this is the right place to engage as well.
Services
Keynote Speeches
Step onto the stage and let Emmanuel take your audience on a transformative journey of inspiration and impact. With his engaging keynotes, he has had the privilege of captivating audiences worldwide, igniting minds, and leaving a profound impression. Whether in intimate 1-to-1 settings, dynamic 1-to-few gatherings, or powerful 1-to-many conferences, his storytelling energy knows no bounds. Leveraging a rich tapestry of international business and leadership experience, Emmanuel boasts a remarkable track record of delivering keynotes that transcend conventional presentations. Each speech is meticulously crafted to unleash the power of impactful storytelling, maximizing audience engagement, and inspiring action. Whether delivered in person or online, in English or French, he empowers your audience, leaving them inspired, motivated, and ready to conquer new frontiers. We have a wealth of knowledge to share with you on a wide range of topics. Our expertise includes authentic leadership, transformation & innovation, B2B sales & marketing, customer experience, digital transformation, emerging technology trends, successful SaaS business strategies, and corporate social responsibility/sustainability initiatives, among other areas. Book your discovery session
Panel Moderation
Imagine the power of expertly moderated discussions that spark meaningful conversations and drive insightful exchanges. With Emmanuel as your moderator, you can expect nothing less. Drawing from his extensive experience in panel moderation at conferences around the globe, he skillfully guides panelists and engages the audience, creating an environment where diverse perspectives converge. As a seasoned facilitator, Emmanuel adeptly navigates through complex topics, ensuring each participant’s voice is heard, and thought-provoking insights emerge and always with humor building proximity with the audience. From fostering collaboration among panelists to skillfully managing Q&A sessions, in person or online, in Englidh or French, his dynamic approach elevates the panel experience, leaving a lasting impact on attendees. With Emmanuel at the helm, your panels are set to shine, generating valuable takeaways and fostering connections that endure beyond the event. Book your discovery session
Coaching Sessions
Unlock the full potential of your storytelling and master the art of impactful public speaking with personalized coaching sessions led by Emmanuel. Whether you’re an individual seeking to enhance your presentation skills or a brand looking to refine your storytelling, Emmanuel’s coaching expertise will propel you towards success and maximize your impact. Through one-on-one sessions, he delves deep into your unique goals and challenges, tailoring each coaching experience to your specific needs. From crafting compelling narratives and reviewing your slides or video to honing your delivery, Emmanuel’s guidance empowers you to captivate your audience and leave a lasting impression. With his practical and insightful feedback, you’ll gain the confidence to excel in any public speaking engagement, whether it’s an important presentation, interview, or critical meeting. Transform your storytelling abilities and elevate your brand’s narrative with Emmanuel’s transformative coaching sessions. Book your discovery session
Laser Sessions
Need focused, high-impact guidance to prepare for a critical pitch, nail a key presentation, or tackle a specific public speaking challenge? Look no further than Emmanuel’s on-demand Laser Sessions. These targeted coaching sessions are designed to provide concentrated support on specific issues, helping you cut through the noise and gain precise advice and strategies. Whether you’re preparing for an important video, refining your narrative, or seeking last-minute guidance before a critical meeting, Emmanuel’s laser coaching equips you with the tools and confidence to address your specific challenges with clarity and finesse. Maximize your effectiveness in any public speaking situation and achieve your communication goals with Emmanuel’s expert guidance in these high-impact Laser Sessions. Book your discovery session
Case Studies
Empowering Success: Sage ERP X3 Worldwide Launch Unleashed by the Chief Product Officer
In the role of Chief Product Officer at the time, Emmanuel orchestrated the groundbreaking Sage ERP X3 Worldwide Launch, an unparalleled event that reshaped the company’s trajectory and industry standing. With a keen eye for event management and persuasive public speaking, Emmanuel expertly crafted an unforgettable experience, bringing together both competitors and industry leaders on the same stage.
Emmanuel’s skillful persuasion and strategic acumen resulted in a momentous achievement, successfully convincing Microsoft Redmond HQ Exec and Oracle European leader to share the stage despite their companies’ products competing in the same market. This remarkable feat underscored not only the strength of Sage ERP X3 but also Emmanuel’s ability to foster collaboration and unity among influential stakeholders.
A highlight of the event was the keynote address delivered by Chief Executive Paul Walker, a first-ever occurrence for a Sage product launch. This significant decision not only emphasized the importance of Sage ERP X3 but also showcased its potential to disrupt the ERP market.
The event’s impact reverberated throughout the industry, garnering the attention of influential analysts such as Gartner, who attended the launch. As a result, Sage ERP X3 earned its place in the prestigious Magic Quadrant, firmly establishing its position as a market leader and opening new avenues for growth, expanding from 13 countries in 2005 to 53 countries in 2010.
Beyond industry recognition, the event served as a defining milestone for Sage employees, offering a global perspective for the first time. Inspired by the event’s success, most countries’ subsidiaries recognized the vast potential of Sage ERP X3, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation across the organization.
Emmanuel’s role as the architect of this momentous event underscores his ability to drive success and empower businesses to soar to new heights. As a seasoned public speaking expert, Emmanuel understands the art of persuasion and possesses the skill to craft impactful events that leave a lasting impression on the audience. By entrusting Emmanuel with your event, you can elevate its impact and unlock exciting opportunities for your organization’s growth and recognition.
Fueling CSR EngagemenT: Inspiring Kingfisher’s Top 80 Leaders for Sustainable Transformation
Emmanuel took center stage, delivering a thought-provoking keynote to Kingfisher‘s top 80 leaders in France. With the captivating title, “Did you like the digital transformation? You’ll love the impact revolution!”, Emmanuel set the tone for an engaging session. His speech, a unique blend of strategic vision and practical examples, left a lasting impact, praised for its relatable and jargon-free connection with the audience. His approach was refreshingly tangible, devoid of clichés, and infused with humor and warmth. One leader commented, “His concrete speech without blah-blah and his friendly demeanor made the keynote highly appreciated.” His engaging and humorous style made the topic of sustainable transformation accessible, compelling the leaders to see the parallel between digital and CSR transformations. The key takeaway resonated deeply: the need for an underpinning transformation for a sustainable future. Emmanuel’s passion for the subject matter was contagious, fueling enthusiasm and commitment among the audience. A leader remarked, “Emmanuel’s energy and passion are communicative, making this a top keynote!”
The event’s success solidified Emmanuel’s reputation as a trusted partner for Kingfisher. Impressed by his ability to bridge the gap between vision and actionable steps, Kingfisher Plc. eagerly continued their collaboration. A few months later, they invited him to address their top 300 leaders in another keynote. As one leader put it, “His instructive and positive speech about the sustainable transformation left a lasting impact.”
Emmanuel’s speech deeply connected digital and sustainable transformations, offering concrete examples and strategic vision. His impactful storytelling, strategic insights, and practical examples effectively conveyed the significance of CSR and sustainable transformation, leaving a lasting impression on the top 80 leaders.
Testimonials
Sage Will Launch Its New Global ERP Solution Sage ERP X3 V6 on January 20, 2010 – GlobeNewswire
PARIS–(Marketwire – January 15, 2010) – On January 20th in Paris, France, Sage will officially announce the availability of its new global ERP solution Sage ERP X3 V6, and Sage Chief Executive Paul Walker will present the Sage mid-market ERP strategy.
Emmanuel Obadia, Senior Vice-President, Sage ERP X3, comments, “In a market characterized by complexity and limited resources, customers are increasingly looking for solutions that provide value, are simple to use, and are innovative yet pragmatic.” Read More
Avec son ERP X3 v6, Sage s’ouvre à l’international et au Web 2.0 — Le Monde Informatique
Pour la v6 de son ERP X3 destiné aux entreprises de taille moyenne, Sage a revu la plate-forme issue du rachat de l’éditeur français Adonix en 2005.
Paul Walker, PDG de Sage, a expliqué lors d’une conférence de presse à Paris que des moyens très importants avaient été mis en oeuvre pour la v6 de l’ERP X3. Read More
“Emmanuel has a real talent as a speaker and knows how to convey messages to a large audience. His keynote with the top 80 managers in France about CSR challenges was highly appreciated, both for his strategic vision and the operational examples; a concrete speech without blah-blah, all with good humor and friendliness. The parallel traced between digital and sustainable transformations is well articulated; if the topics diverge, the key message about the need for an underpinning transformation did resonate!” — Pierre Royer – Head of Climate & Biodiversity at Kingfisher Plc
Emmanuel Obadia & Partners | Transform & Innovate 