Pierluigi Collina is a former Italian football referee, regarded as the best referee of all time. He is still involved in football as FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee. A Business Administration graduate of Bologna University, and a former financial advisor by profession, Pierluigi refereed... Read more
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Pierluigi Collina is a former Italian football referee, regarded as the best referee of all time. He is still involved in football as FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee.
A Business Administration graduate of Bologna University, and a former financial advisor by profession, Pierluigi refereed international matches from 1995 to 2005, including several finals such as the 1996 Olympic Games Final between Nigeria and Argentina, and the 1999 UEFA Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Manchester United.
In 2002, he reached the pinnacle of his career when he was chosen to referee the World Cup Final between Brazil and Germany. He was also referee for the 2004 UEFA Cup Final between Valencia and Olympique Marseille.
Voted FIFA ‘Best Referee of the Year’ for six consecutive years between 1998 and 2003, the French magazine France Football rated him as the best referee in football history.
Named “Commendatore della Repubblica Italiana” by Italian Republic President Ciampi in 2003, Pierluigi was inducted into Italian football’s Hall of Fame in 2011.
Beyond his football and professional life, Pierluigi is a dedicated champion of good causes. He was an International Red Cross Ambassador for the campaign “Children in War” in 2004, and FIFA Ambassador for the SOS Italia Children Villages.
He is the author of The Rules of the Game, published in Italy in 2003 and translated into more than 10 languages and published in 20 countries.
Drawing on his experience at the highest level of international football, Pierluigi speaks about decision-making, leadership, preparation and performing under pressure. His presentations combine lessons from his career with anecdotes and humour, offering insights that are highly relevant to both sport and business.
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Pierluigi Collina'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 Pierluigi tailored to your event.
Pierluigi Collina speaks on Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Sports. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Pierluigi to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Pierluigi Collina for events worldwide, subject to Pierluigi'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 Pierluigi Collina 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 Pierluigi can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Pierluigi Collina 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 Pierluigi can offer.
Pierluigi Collina delivers keynotes in English, Italian. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Pierluigi Collina's areas of expertise include Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Sports. To get a clear sense of Pierluigi'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.
Pierluigi Collina can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Sports is relevant. Details of Pierluigi'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 Pierluigi Collina 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 Pierluigi Collina, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Pierluigi's current availability for your dates.