Richard Bliss

Richard Bliss is a speaker, author, and social media expert with a career spanning technology, executive communications, and digital strategy. Before establishing himself as an authority on LinkedIn strategy, Bliss served nearly two decades as executive vice president of marketing in high-growth technology companies, contributing to early cloud and collaboration initiatives. His approach integrates military strategic discipline as a former Army artillery captain, Fortune 500 experience, and a deep understanding of how LinkedIn's artificial intelligence evaluates professional narratives. This combination of corporate leadership, military precision, and digital fluency informs Bliss's perspective on modern professional communication.

Bliss is the founder and president of BlissPoint, a social media consulting company focused on improving executive online communications and enhancing sales teams' social selling behaviors. He has trained thousands of sales professionals and coached hundreds of senior executives at organizations including NetApp, Zscaler, Rubrik, and Boston Consulting Group. As an international speaker across 22 countries, Bliss has hosted technology conferences worldwide and assists executives in mastering digital communication tools for strategic business advantage.

In addition to his consulting work, Bliss is the author of "Digital First Leadership," a book that simplifies social media for leaders and provides guidance on leveraging digital platforms. The book combines personal anecdotes, research, and insights from industry experts to reveal strategies for becoming a digital-first leader, whether for executives, managers, or entrepreneurs. Bliss also hosts two podcasts, "Digital First Leadership" and "Funding the Dream," the latter recognized in the early crowdfunding space.

Bliss is recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voices Influencer and is an experienced executive communications manager. His weekly newsletter and podcast reach more than 45,000 subscribers. With decades of experience helping leaders and sales teams build influence and credibility online, Bliss brings a mix of strategy, technology, and communication expertise to audiences. His keynotes on social selling, personal branding, and AI-powered sales address the evolving landscape of digital leadership and provide actionable strategies for business professionals.