Chrystele Bruel

Many business leaders constrain themselves in international contexts, as the pursuit of linguistic perfection is their greatest barrier to authentic communication. The Speakers empowers executives to break free from this perfectionist trap, helping them embrace their natural voice, prioritise substance over form & engage confidently in global markets where genuine connection matters more than grammatical precision:

• 1:1 in-person or video coaching in foreign language communication
• Founder of 'The English Lunch' group English conversation sessions
• Communication training according to sector
• General or targeted communication (eg. with media)
• Presentation and keynote techniques
• Conversation linked to an artistic project to regain confidence

• Convinced that lack of confidence in foreign languages originates in childhood, I created a method that combines English practice with art project creation, thus complementing language teaching at school:-
• For little ones to express themselves with confidence (painting, origami, collage, multimedia)
• For teens & adults for more in-depth exchanges (painting, collage)

• Created original artworks using diverse media (oil, acrylic, watercolor), applying color theory & lighting techniques to enhance artwork depth
• Participated in regional exhibitions to display artistic creations.
• Researched contemporary art trends to inform new creative projects.
• Sourced art supplies while adhering to budget constraints.

• Analysed the market to inform product positioning.
• Formulated partnership & communication strategies to increase brand awareness in target markets.
• Conducted training sessions (project management, presentation) to enhance team capabilities in international marketing tactics.

• Designed functional and aesthetic interior spaces for residential projects in Spain and England.
• Created detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspectives for client presentations, maintaining accurate specifications for each project.
• Advised clients on optimal space utilisation & material selection to enhance functionality.
• Coordinated with contractors & vendors to ensure adherence to plan.

• Supervised company identity strategy (logo, uniforms, vehicles...).
• Organised the sales team conferences & technical team training

Collaborated with clients and provided ongoing support during project implementation to ensure success:

• Coached 90 executives of 19 companies in French, German, English.
• Implemented marketing plans, presentations, case studies for Incentive Direct Ltd.
• Managed sales-generating telemarketing activities for MPBA agency.
• Organised international marketing conferences at Spartacus American University, London.

• Developed strategic partnerships with IBM & Microsoft to enhance collaborative opportunities for software license sales.
• Coordinated joint marketing campaigns to elevate brand visibility and reach new audiences.
• Created and delivered internal seminars and client conferences.
• Facilitated the company participation in international key trade events.

• Created & developed strategic partnerships with British Telecoms, IBM
• Managed plans, budgets, market studies & sales-generating activities.
• Designed product packaging, manuals and CDs.
• Oversaw the design of annual reports.

• Rolled out international marketing events.
• Managed a demo space of company products used during client visits.
• Communicated product activities to trade press.
• Implemented 'How to deal with the press' training for executives.

Internship as part of the 'Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) International public relations'

• Organised seminars, conferences & sales training
• Managed company participation in international trade shows (CeBIT, GITEX)
• Implemented and followed-up direct mail activities, training, press packs

• Engaged with trade press and organised Press Conferences for coverage.
• Performed impromptu simultaneous translation using 3 languages of an interview between 2 French journalists & a German engineer
• Managed press releases and info-product packs for journalists

Managed correspondence and phone calls on behalf of owner.

• Managed correspondence, including emails and phone calls, effectively.
• Assisted in preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes during discussions.

Internship as part of the 'BTS Office Automation & Trilingual' program