Bertrand Piccard

Bertrand Piccard

Keynote Speaker: Serial Explorer, Psychiatrist & Clean Technology Pioneer; Chairman of the Solar Impulse Foundation & Climate Impulse; First to Circumnavigate the Globe Non-Stop in a Hot Air Balloon

Bertrand Piccard Biography

Bertrand Piccard is a Swiss explorer, psychiatrist, and environmentalist recognized for achievements in sustainable aviation and clean technology advocacy. As the initiator, chairman, and pilot of the Solar Impulse project, Piccard completed the first successful round-the-world flight in a solar-powered airplane, demonstrating the viability of renewable energy in aviation. This accomplishment, achieved with André Borschberg, involved flying more than 40,000 kilometers without fuel, setting multiple world records and highlighting the potential of clean technologies.

Piccard’s career includes completing the first non-stop balloon flight around the globe, building on a family legacy of scientific exploration. With a background as a medical doctor and explorer, Piccard advocates for sustainability, addressing international audiences and decision-makers to promote the integration of ecological solutions with economic development. He is the founder and chairman of the Solar Impulse Foundation, which identifies and promotes profitable solutions that protect the environment.

Piccard has received several honors, including the United Nations Environment Programme’s Champions of the Earth Award and the Royal Scottish Geographical Society’s Mungo Park Medal. His public engagements, such as keynote addresses and discussions with world leaders, demonstrate his expertise in global environmental challenges. Piccard’s initiatives, including the World Alliance for Clean Technologies, reflect his commitment to innovation in sustainability and his ability to motivate audiences to pursue ambitious environmental goals.

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Bertrand Piccard Speaking Topics

Themes Bertrand Piccard Can Explore In His Speeches:

  • How to achieve the impossible
  • The pioneering spirit for inventing the future
  • Changing altitude in the winds of life
  • Running a business like flying a balloon
  • Crisis management
  • Failure and success: two sides of the same coin
  • The economic profitability of the ecological transition

Bertrand Piccard Videos

Bertrand Piccard -- Climate Impulse | REVEAL
André Borschberg & Bertrand Piccard - Google Zeitgeist
André Borschberg & Bertrand Piccard - Google Zeitgeist

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How much does it cost to book Bertrand Piccard for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Bertrand Piccard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Bertrand Piccard are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bertrand Piccard, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Bertrand Piccard speak about?

Bertrand Piccard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, European Heritage, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Adventure, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Motivational, Energy, Environment, Author, Research & Exploration, Innovation, Futurism, Technology, Sustainability and Crisis Management.

Where does Bertrand Piccard travel from?

Bertrand Piccard generally travels from Lausanne, Switzerland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Bertrand Piccard?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bertrand Piccard for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bertrand Piccard for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bertrand Piccard or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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Bertrand Piccard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Overcoming Adversity, European Heritage and Human Resources. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bertrand Piccard for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Bertrand Piccard generally travels from Lausanne, Switzerland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Doc Hendley, Sir Richard Branson and Robert Ballard. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bertrand Piccard for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/09/2025.

Bertrand Piccard Speaking Topics

  • Themes Bertrand Piccard Can Explore In His Speeches:

    • How to achieve the impossible
    • The pioneering spirit for inventing the future
    • Changing altitude in the winds of life
    • Running a business like flying a balloon
    • Crisis management
    • Failure and success: two sides of the same coin
    • The economic profitability of the ecological transition

Bertrand Piccard Videos

Bertrand Piccard -- Climate Impulse | REVEAL
André Borschberg & Bertrand Piccard - Google Zeitgeist
André Borschberg & Bertrand Piccard - Google Zeitgeist
Interview de Bertrand PICCARD : solar impulse
Bertrand Piccard - 2012 World Future Energy Summit Intervention Excerpt
  • How do I book Bertrand Piccard to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bertrand Piccard for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Bertrand Piccard, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Bertrand Piccard or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Bertrand Piccard for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Bertrand Piccard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Bertrand Piccard are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bertrand Piccard, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Bertrand Piccard speak about?

  • Where does Bertrand Piccard travel from?

    Bertrand Piccard generally travels from Lausanne, Switzerland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Bertrand Piccard?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bertrand Piccard for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bertrand Piccard for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bertrand Piccard or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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