Benoit Cristou
Influence is more than communication—it’s perception, persuasion, and presence, applied in the moments that matter most. Benoit Cristou brings a structured, real-world approach to high-stakes leadership influence, blending executive coaching, persuasion science, and negotiation strategy.
Hakomi-Certified – Deep expertise in presence and emotional intelligence. Hakomi enhances your listening capacity, allowing you to tune into what truly drives decision-making.
Advisor to global brands – Clients include Sony, Ubisoft, Coca-Cola, Sanofi, GfK, and Hermès.
International expertise – Based in the U.S., working with executives across Europe, North America, and Asia.
15+ years at the intersection of strategy and storytelling – Specializing in executive presence, investor messaging, and high-stakes negotiation.
Benoit’s Approach
Rooted in elite methodology – Trained by Bert Decker, Jerry Weissman, and Stéphane André in leadership communication and storytelling.
Designed for decision-making environments – Applied in keynote speeches, boardroom strategy, negotiations, and media engagement.
Driven by psychology and business acumen – Combining neuroscience, strategic influence, and persuasion psychology for measurable impact.

“With the electric speed of information movement a dramatic change occurs: what had formerly been audience, becomes actor”
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