MEET SISI
Sisi Surgant is an inspirational speaker, author, entrepreneur, and creator whose story moves across continents and cultures.
Born and raised in Germany to a Moroccan mother and Tunisian father, she grew up surrounded by the richness of North African tradition, Mediterranean warmth, and German structure. Her childhood was a blend of Moroccan summers, Tunisian heritage, Arabic at home, and German at school — the full experience of a true third culture kid with a global heart.
Learning German from scratch at school taught Sisi one of her earliest lessons in resilience. Years later, relocating to the United States meant learning yet another language — English — which she mastered with confidence, even while carrying an accent. Today, she appears on TV, in magazines, on stages, and across social media, proving that voice and impact are not defined by perfect pronunciation.
Sisi now calls St. Louis home, where she lives with her husband — whom she met while backpacking in Thailand — and their two children, the center of her world. Though well-known in St. Louis for her media presence and community impact, Sisi’s message, audience, and influence reach far beyond Missouri. With a rapidly growing global following and a voice rooted in cultural diversity, she speaks to audiences internationally and is building a worldwide presence as an inspirational speaker.
She is also a competitive bikini bodybuilder, a successful entrepreneur, and the founder of Misajo Sports.
One of the most defining parts of Sisi’s identity comes from a burn accident she survived as a young child.
The scars left behind shaped her self-image for years. Even when she outwardly appeared confident, stylish, and bold, she silently hid the parts of herself she feared others would judge. It wasn’t until she moved to America and launched her fashion and sportswear brands that she began to show her scars publicly — and in the process, free herself from decades of shame.
Modeling her own scars, featuring scarred models in her campaigns, and telling the truth about visibility became the most powerful healing of her life. Her bestselling book, Burn Beautiful, shares that journey with raw honesty, vulnerability, and a sense of humor that reflects her true nature — a lightness that brings comfort to heavy stories and reminds people that hope always exists
To date, Sisi has traveled to 42 countries and speaks multiple languages. Her global experiences, multicultural upbringing, and ability to connect deeply with people give her a unique voice that resonates across backgrounds and generations.
Many recognize Sisi from her recurring TV segment “Styling with Sisi,” magazine features, and her presence in local and international media. She has become a familiar and respected figure — not just in St. Louis, but among a global audience drawn to her authenticity, energy, and humanity.