Holly Tucker

Holly Tucker MBE is a pioneering British entrepreneur who transformed the retail landscape as the co-founder of the online marketplace notonthehighstreet.com. Since building a digital platform that has injected over one billion pounds into the UK economy, she has transitioned into her role as the founder of Holly & Co. This purpose-led organization, which achieved B Corporation certification in 2022, serves as an advisory hub for independent creators and advocates for a value-driven approach to commerce. In recognition of her significant contributions to the sector, she was appointed an MBE for services to small businesses in 2013 and later became a UK Prime Minister’s Business Ambassador. Beyond her commercial ventures, she is a prolific broadcaster and author dedicated to empowering the next generation of founders. She hosts the chart-topping podcast Conversations of Inspiration and presents the ITV series Be Your Own Boss. Through high-profile initiatives such as Colour Friday—a creative alternative to Black Friday—and Female Founders Month, she actively campaigns for a more inclusive and diverse business environment. Her best-selling book, Do What You Love, Love What You Do, provides a comprehensive framework for turning personal passions into sustainable, successful enterprises. Holly is a sought-after speaker for her ability to dismantle traditional corporate stereotypes and offer a fresh perspective on the modern working world. Audiences book her for her unique blend of vast entrepreneurial experience and her infectious enthusiasm for the creative community. On stage, Holly Tucker is best known for talks on Entrepreneurship, Creative Small Businesses, Digital Retail, Women In Business and Motivational Speaking. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Arts & Culture, Entrepreneurship and Retail & Beauty, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Holly Tucker is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Motivational Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Holly Tucker travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Holly Tucker would approach your audience.