Josh Linkner

Josh Linkner, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, jazz musician, and innovation expert, blends business success and creativity to inspire leaders worldwide.

Josh Linkner – a New York Times bestselling author – is a unique blend of business acumen, artistic passion, and scientific curiosity.

As an entrepreneur, Josh has founded and led five tech companies, creating over 10,000 jobs and generating more than $200 million in exits. He’s also the co-founder and Managing Partner of Muditā Venture Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm backing breakthrough technologies. Over three decades, he’s supported over 100 startups, delivering more than $1 billion in investor returns. Twice honoured as EY Entrepreneur of the Year and recipient of the US Presidential Champion of Change Award, Josh’s business achievements speak volumes.

But Josh’s story doesn’t end there. His heart lies in jazz, a world where improvisation meets daring creativity. A guitarist with 40 years of experience, he’s played in smoky jazz clubs, studied at the renowned Berklee College of Music, and performed over 1,000 concerts across the globe.

This fusion of business and music has shaped Josh into one of the world’s leading authorities on innovation. As co-founder and Chairman of Platypus Labs, a global innovation consultancy, he’s dedicated to helping leaders unlock new possibilities. Through creative problem-solving, fresh thinking, and relentless ingenuity, Josh inspires others to Find A Way™ to turn challenges into opportunities.