Emmanuel Bourguignon has been working as the director of development at the Laboratoire d’Analyses Microbiologiques des Sols (LAMS). This independent laboratory was founded in 1990 by his parents, the Dr Claude Bourguignon and his wife Lydia Bourguignon which are recognised authorities on soil health and protection. For over 20 years,... Read more
Emmanuel Bourguignon has been working as the director of development at the Laboratoire d’Analyses Microbiologiques des Sols (LAMS). This independent laboratory was founded in 1990 by his parents, the Dr Claude Bourguignon and his wife Lydia Bourguignon which are recognised authorities on soil health and protection. For over 20 years, they have been raising awareness that soil is a living medium which is being destroyed on an unprecedented scale by human activities, especially intensive agriculture.
It is easy to see why early on Emmanuel was interested by the complexity and fragility of soil and its role in the health and stability of all terrestrial ecosystems. In 1998, he integrated the University of Aberdeen (UK) and in 2002, he completed his B.Sc. in Soil Science under the guidance of Prof. Ken Killham one of UK’s foremost authorities on soil ecology. He then, joined the LIMOS at the University of Nancy (France) and completed his Master in soil microbiology in 2003. Motivated by the interactions between plants and soil microorganisms with applications to agriculture, he decided to apply for a Ph.D. at the Bio-Protection Research Centre (Lincoln University, NZ). The research focused on the ecology of soil fungi (Trichoderma) in vegetable cropping systems and their ability to naturally reduce pathogens pressure.
In 2008, after successfully defending his thesis, Emmanuel came back to France to join the LAMS as a consultant in soil microbiology, ecology and agronomy for vineyards, farmers, golf course, city councils, botanic gardens. His aim is to help them set up sustainable agricultural practices which respect soils, their biodiversity and the environment. Researches at the LAMS have focused on studying biological activity of agricultural soils by measuring the activity of alkaline phosphatase and studying the biodiversity of the micro-fauna of agricultural soil (collembola, acaria, myriapodes, etc) enabling to quantify soil health. In parallel to his consulting, Emmanuel completed in 2009 a degree of oenology technician at the Université de Bourgogne enabling him to become the chief soil consultant and winemaker for an up and coming vineyard in Turkey. He also gives conferences and training for different types of audiences (vineyard managers, farmers, green keepers, general public).
Emmanuel lives in Dijon (France) and travels between most wine producing countries. When not consulting or speaking, he will most likely be found fly fishing for trout or salmon.
You can book Emmanuel Bourguignon through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Emmanuel's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Emmanuel Bourguignon's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Emmanuel tailored to your event.
Emmanuel Bourguignon speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Emmanuel to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Emmanuel Bourguignon for events worldwide, subject to Emmanuel's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Emmanuel Bourguignon is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Emmanuel can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Emmanuel Bourguignon on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Emmanuel can offer.
Emmanuel Bourguignon delivers keynotes in French. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Emmanuel Bourguignon's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Emmanuel's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Emmanuel Bourguignon can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Emmanuel's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Emmanuel Bourguignon is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Emmanuel Bourguignon, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Emmanuel's current availability for your dates.