Karen Wickre

Karen Wickre

Keynote Speaker: Veteran Connector, Editor, Communicator & Author of "Taking the Work Out of Networking: An Introvert's Guide to Making Connections That Count"

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Karen Wickre Biography

Karen Wickre is a veteran connector, editor, and communicator with deep roots in Silicon Valley. She has worked in and around the tech industry long enough to have appeared in WIRED 1.4 and even authored one of the earliest guides to what was once called “the World Wide Web”—now a nostalgic relic of a more innocent digital era.

As a corporate writer, Wickre has shaped narratives, styles, and communication strategies for major companies such as Google, Twitter, and numerous startups. An early Googler, she joined the company when it had just 500 employees and remained for nine years as it expanded to a workforce of 50,000. During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in crisis communications, crafting posts on product launches, corporate pivots, organizational shakeups, and company culture. More recently, she has advised a range of companies on messaging strategies, content development, and communications frameworks, offering both strategic guidance and reality checks.

Often introduced as someone who “knows everybody,” Wickre modestly acknowledges that while this isn’t strictly true, she does know who everyone is. Her true strengths lie in her ability to anticipate trends, ask the right questions, and help teams, companies, and individuals navigate their next steps. She detailed her long-standing passion for fostering meaningful connections in her 2018 book, Taking the Work Out of Networking: Your Guide to Making and Keeping Great Connections (Simon & Schuster).

Wickre’s areas of expertise span business communications, corporate social media strategy, change management, and company culture. She is also a strong advocate for journalism and serves on the boards of The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships at Stanford and the News Literacy Project. Additionally, she co-founded Newsgeist, an annual unconference that brings together journalists, technologists, and media professionals to discuss the future of news.

Outside of her professional work, Wickre is an avid art collector (despite running out of wall space), a lover of dark UK crime series, an enthusiastic curator of Spotify playlists, and a devoted fan of pie. She holds onto both slide carousels and terabytes of digital media, making her a proud “modern elder” in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Karen Wickre Videos

EP353: Karen Wickre - How To Take The Work Out Of Networking
Karen Wickre | The Art of Networking for Introverts
Karen Wickre Takes the Work Out of Networking

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What topics does Karen Wickre speak about?

Karen Wickre is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Authors, Business, Networking and Communication.

Where does Karen Wickre travel from?

Karen Wickre generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Karen Wickre?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Karen Wickre 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 Karen Wickre for your next private or corporate function.

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Karen Wickre is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Media, Authors and Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Karen Wickre for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Karen Wickre generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Kelly Waltman, Abigail Posner and Marissa Orr. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Karen Wickre for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 20/03/2025.

Karen Wickre Videos

EP353: Karen Wickre - How To Take The Work Out Of Networking
Karen Wickre | The Art of Networking for Introverts
Karen Wickre Takes the Work Out of Networking

Karen Wickre Reviews

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  • How do I book Karen Wickre to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Karen Wickre 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 Karen Wickre, 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 Karen Wickre or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Karen Wickre for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Karen Wickre, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Karen Wickre, 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 Karen Wickre speak about?

    Karen Wickre is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Authors, Business, Networking and Communication.
  • Where does Karen Wickre travel from?

    Karen Wickre generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Karen Wickre?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Karen Wickre 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 Karen Wickre 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 Karen Wickre 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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