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Richard Mulholland | |
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| Born | Scotland |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker |
| Known for | Founder of Missing Link; Relentless Relevance |
| Website | https://www.richmulholland.com |
Richard Mulholland is a Scottish-born entrepreneur, author and international keynote speaker based on the Isle of Man. [1] He is the founder of the presentation and communication company Missing Link [2] and is known for his work on business storytelling, leadership communication and the concept of "Relentless Relevance".[3] [4] His work focuses on leadership, communication, adaptability in fast-changing environments and the relationship between human decision-making and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.[5]
Early life
[edit]Mulholland was born in Scotland and later moved to South Africa, where he spent many years before relocating to the Isle of Man. Early in his career he worked as a rock-and-roll roadie and lighting operator for several internationally recognised acts, operating lights for artists such as Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Midnight Oil, Roxette, Chris Isaak and Cliff Richard.[6] His transition from touring production into communication and presentation design laid the foundation for his later work as an entrepreneur and speaker. [7]
Career
[edit]Missing Link
[edit]In 1997, at the age of 22, Mulholland founded Missing Link, a presentation and communication company.[8] [9] The firm specialises in helping businesses and executives structure and deliver persuasive presentations through narrative development, visual communication and audience-engagement strategy. Over more than two decades the company has grown into a well-known presentation consultancy, working with multinational corporations, senior leaders and professional speakers on high-stakes presentations and communication programmes. [10]
Speaking career
[edit]Separate from his work at Missing Link, Mulholland has established an international career as a keynote speaker and presentation coach. He has delivered talks, workshops and training sessions in more than forty countries across six continents. [11] [12] [13] Mulholland has spoken on both the TED and TEDx stages multiple times,[14] and has presented at EO’s Entrepreneur Masters Program hosted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. [15] [16] [17]
Over the course of his speaking career, Mulholland has shared platforms with a range of globally recognised speakers, including Malcolm Gladwell, Seth Godin and will.i.am. [18] [19] His keynote topics include leadership communication, persuasive influence, strategic storytelling, human relevance in the age of automation and adaptive thinking in fast-changing environments.
Additional ventures
[edit]Mulholland has launched or co-launched several ventures, including the innovation consultancy 21Tanks, the stationery and social-enterprise brand HumanWrit.es, The Sales Department and the fractional AI agency Too Many Robots.[20]
Media and commentary
[edit]Mulholland has contributed opinion columns to publications such as the Financial Mail, Playboy and Inc. magazine.[21] He has also appeared on business media platforms including CNBC and Business Day TV.[22] [23] [24] [25]
In addition to his written and broadcast commentary, he has featured on a range of business and leadership podcasts, including The Incredible Machines, ValiantCEO, Smart Business Revolution and PROpulsion Live.[26]
Personal life and interests
[edit]Mulholland has lived in Scotland and South Africa and is now based on the Isle of Man, where he lives with his wife, the painter, sculptor and ceramic artist Jasmine Jagger.[27] [28]
Books
[edit]Mulholland is the author of several business and communication-focused books:
Speaking themes
[edit]Mulholland frequently speaks on topics including:
- Business storytelling and communication
- Leadership and persuasive influence
- Relevance and adaptability in fast-changing environments
- Human skills and artificial intelligence
- Innovation, decision-making and behavioural change
His concept of "Relentless Relevance" explores how individuals and organisations can remain effective, valuable and competitive amid rapid technological and societal change.
External links
[edit]- Official website: https://www.richmulholland.com
- Missing Link: https://msnglnk.com/about-us/
- Too Many Robots: https://toomanyrobots.wtf
- BrainFarm speaker profile: https://brainfarm.us/speaker/RICHARD-MULHOLLAND
References
[edit]- ^ https://www.forbesafrica.com/personal-finance/2018/10/31/from-rock-n-roll-to-corporate-speaker-and-entrepreneur/
- ^ https://www.biznews.com/thought-leaders/richard-mulholland-rock-n-roller
- ^ https://www.businessday.co.za/redzone/news-insights/2018-05-16-innovation-distinguishes-next-generation-marketers/
- ^ https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2010-12-02-how-to-be-a-walking-talking-capitalist-punk-rock-star-rule-1-have-fun/
- ^ "Richard Mulholland – About". Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ "Richard Mulholland Interview – ValiantCEO". ValiantCEO. 7 June 2021. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.forbesafrica.com/personal-finance/2018/10/31/from-rock-n-roll-to-corporate-speaker-and-entrepreneur/
- ^ "About Us – Missing Link". Missing Link. 13 June 2022. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.biznews.com/thought-leaders/richard-mulholland-rock-n-roller
- ^ https://www.forbesafrica.com/personal-finance/2018/10/31/from-rock-n-roll-to-corporate-speaker-and-entrepreneur/
- ^ https://sagea.org.za/speaker-richard-mulholland/
- ^ https://www.orcasound.com/2021/10/11/cathie-wood-rich-mulholland-and-many-more-to-speak-at-mtl-connect/
- ^ "Relentlessly Relevant – Incredible Machines Podcast". iHeartRadio. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ "Richard Mulholland – TEDx Talk". TED. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.ted.com/talks/rich_mulholland_steps_vs_leaps_jan_2019
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZECSleZcqeM
- ^ "EO Entrepreneur Masters Program". Smart Business Revolution. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2010-12-02-how-to-be-a-walking-talking-capitalist-punk-rock-star-rule-1-have-fun/
- ^ "Richard Mulholland Profile". BrainFarm. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ "Too Many Robots". Too Many Robots. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ "Richard Mulholland – Media Commentary". ValiantCEO. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.biznews.com/thought-leaders/richard-mulholland-rock-n-roller
- ^ https://www.cnbcafrica.com/2019/talking-books-ep-58-a-speakers-guide-to-presenting-like-a-pro-by-richard-mulholland/
- ^ https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2022-11-24-social-media-and-politics-continue-to-divide-a-united-country-ours-is-the-power-to-resist/
- ^ "Enhancing, Not Replacing Human Skills in Marketing – Bizcommunity". Bizcommunity. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ "PROpulsion Live". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://www.biznews.com/thought-leaders/richard-mulholland-rock-n-roller
- ^ "Jasmine Jagger – Candice Berman Gallery". Candice Berman Gallery. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
- ^ https://traceymcdonaldpublishers.com/product/legacide-by-richard-mulholland/
- ^ https://traceymcdonaldpublishers.com/product/boredom-slayer-by-richard-mulholland/
- ^ https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/867/222414.html
- ^ "Relentless Relevance". Tracey McDonald Publishers. Retrieved 21 November 2025.
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