Paul Brunson, best known as the relationship expert on Celebs Go Dating and Married at First Sight, is a globally recognised motivational speaker who helps audiences build stronger relationships, deeper self-awareness and purpose-driven success. Organisations book him for his expertise in emotional intelligence, communication, leadership and navigating modern relationships in business and life. As co-creator of the 'We Need to Talk' podcast, Paul has a warm storytelling style, backed by behavioural science, that makes complex ideas practical and memorable. He connects personal growth to workplace performance, helping teams collaborate better, leaders communicate more clearly, and individuals build resilience, trust, and confidence in times of change.
Brunson’s career began in matchmaking and relationship coaching, where his insight into human behaviour quickly earned international recognition. In 2012, he hosted Lovetown, USA, followed by honours from the Matchmaking Institute in 2012 and 2013, naming him one of the world’s most influential matchmakers. In 2014, he co-founded Bay Atlantic University and launched Give Love, Build Hope, gaining leadership and social-impact experience that informs his talks. His agency later won iDate Best Matchmaker and Best Relationship Coaching of the Year in 2015. Expanding into media, he became a USA TODAY business columnist in 2018 and a podcast host in 2020. By 2024, he was global relationship science expert for Tinder and a co-owner of Sutton United, broadening his business and communication expertise.
His achievements include the 2025 Honorary Icon Award at the UK Entertainment Awards, recognising his cultural influence. He has also authored bestselling books Find Love: How to Navigate Modern Love and Discover the Right Partner for You (2024) and Keep Love: 21 Truths for a Long-Lasting Relationship (2025). These works distil years of coaching into practical strategies for trust, communication, and long-term success, reinforcing his authority as a keynote speaker who combines research, experience, and real-world examples that audiences can apply right away.
Across television, entrepreneurship, education, sport, charity work, and publishing, Paul has built a career focused on helping people connect and succeed. From advising global brands and mentoring founders to hosting podcasts and inspiring live audiences, he demonstrates how relationship skills underpin leadership, teamwork, and innovation. All these experiences make Paul Brunson a motivational speaker who delivers insights, inspiration, and practical tools to help people build better relationships and futures.
