Cecilia Wichmann is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker who believes life is meant to be lived boldly, loudly, and on purpose. Known for her honesty, warmth, and straight-shooting style, she has a gift for bringing people together and turning big ideas into real-world action. Networking is not just something she teaches, it is how she lives.

She is the founder of Wichmann & Co, a publishing company created to support independent authors who want more than a one-size-fits-all path. Through Wichmann & Co, Cecilia helps authors bring their stories to life and into the hands of readers. She also runs Willa’s Bookstore, an online signed-book bookstore built on the love of stories, community, and supporting indie voices.

Cecilia published her debut novel The Ticket in 2025, and her second book, Beneath The Surface, is set to release in March 2026. Storytelling is at the heart of everything she does, whether it is on the page, on stage, or in conversation.

Originally from Sweden and now rooted in Texas, Cecilia’s journey is anything but ordinary. She is a two-time cardiac arrest survivor, a truth that shaped her life and her message. Her keynote, “Recovery From Death,” is not about fear, it is about second chances, resilience, and choosing to live fully even when life gets hard.

Whether she is speaking on networking, personal branding, entrepreneurship, or survival, Cecilia brings humor, heart, and real talk. She does not just motivate people. She gives them permission to take their next bold step and reminds them that their story matters.