About Cher
Human connection is at the heart of everything Cher does and what she speaks and writes about. Whether on stage, online, or in person, she creates experiences that resonate deeply and leave a lasting impact. Explore below to see how Cher’s unique background and diverse skill set can help make your next event truly unforgettable.
Speaker and Professional Communicator
Cher Knebel is a dynamic speaker, author and human connection catalyst with more than 30 years of experience in corporate and healthcare communications. Since 2010, she has been an advocate on social wellness.
Her path as a speaker was launched after being a keynote speaker at a large women's leadership event on the topic of curbing Christmas chaos and how being with friends and family make it a joyful season. She is on a mission to ignite the lost art of having real, face-to-face connections with others to combat the current loneliness epidemic.
Cher's presentations blend science, storytelling, and soul. She delivers practical, research-based strategies that inspire audiences to prioritize social connection - both personally and professionally. With warmth, vulnerability and just the right touch of humor, she creates a safe, engaging environment where audiences feel seen, uplifted and motivated to take action.
Writer and Content Creator
I addition to her work on stage, Cher is a seasoned writer and researcher whose published work and digital platforms extend the reach and impact of her speaking engagements. Cher is the author of two heartfelt and insightful books. Her first book shares her personal journey of blooming again after a storm, and the following depression - thanks in large part to the power of social connection. Her newest release, Your Social Connection Guidebook, offers science-backed strategies and exercises to build connections in everyday life.
Cher is also the founder of the Living Happily Connected.com website and blog (homepage shown), which she launched after obtaining a certificate in Happiness Studies in 2013. Known for her ability to translate complex concepts into clear, relatable content, Cher creates infographics, handouts and worksheets that can enhance any speaking engagement. This added value makes her an ideal speaker for organizations looking for not just a compelling talk, but also meaningful follow-up materials to extend their audience's learning and spark ongoing conversations.
Creative Event Planner
Cher Knebel's love for bringing people together began early - long before her professional career took shape. Her passion for event planning was sparked in college when she organized a Women's Career Day, hosting speakers who helped communications students explore their future paths. That early success set the stage for a lifelong commitment to creating welcoming, purpose-driven events where people connect, learn and grow.
Throughout her career, Cher has planned and executed a wide range of events, from small gatherings to large-scale community and corporate experiences. She has managed corporate webinars and town hall meetings, city-wide grand openings, and hospitality and wellness events like the opening of the Cedar Wellness Centers (shown). These events are always focused on engagement, inclusivity, and impact. This hands-on event planning background gives Cher a unique perspective as a speaker - she understands what it takes to make an event successful.
