Richard Martins Immortalized as the 249th Certified Global Tech Hero
Richard Martins has been immortalized as the 249th Certified Global Tech Hero, an honor that celebrates his transformation from law graduate to purpose-driven technologist, and the measurable impact he continues to make across the digital landscape.
His journey began with a pivotal realization: that real-world problems could be solved not just in courtrooms, but through technology. The COVID‑19 pandemic awakened in him a conviction that tech should empower and improve the quality of life around the world, not exclude. Richard has since led product initiatives that drive inclusion, innovation, and opportunity.
At Hiyr AI, Richard spearheaded the development of an all-in-one Job-hunting tool that helps underrepresented job seekers navigate and supercharge their job search. He worked hands-on with designers and engineers to craft high-fidelity, user-informed prototypes and constructed analytics dashboards that tracked engagement metrics in real time. Under his leadership, the product has made impact in helping job hunters land their dream role. For Richard, the true success lay in messages from job seekers who finally felt seen, heard, and supported.
His earlier tenure at Ready Designs saw Richard evolve from Business Development Manager to IT Project Manager where he led multiple product launches for agencies, startups, and SMEs. These digital solutions not only enhanced brand visibility but contributed to millions in revenue through streamlined design, user experience, and go-to-market strategies. His blend of rigorous QA and empathetic client engagement built lasting trust, while targeted growth campaigns using tools like Apollo and HubSpot significantly expanded customer pipelines and retention.
Beyond product roadmaps and revenue metrics, Richard’s greatest passion lies in nurturing talent. Through the BLIX Network, he co‑led a mentorship initiative that paired over twenty aspiring product managers and designers with seasoned industry veterans. He organized immersive workshops and one‑on‑one sessions that helped mentees refine portfolios, build confidence, and secure their first roles. One pinnacle moment saw his team pitch ClippyAI, a child‑friendly educational tool, at Apple and Google headquarters, proof that young creators, too, belong on the world’s grandest stages.
“Richard embodies the spirit of our ICAI model in every sense,” said Qazeem Oladejo, founder of The Connected Awards. “His Impact is measurable in lives changed, his Contribution lies in setting new standards for inclusive innovation, his Achievements reflect breakthrough growth and early MVP launches, and his Innovation shines through tools that democratize opportunity. And yet, even as we celebrate him as our 249th Certified Global Tech Hero, I am certain the best is still to come.”
This recognition affirms Richard’s conviction that technology must serve a higher purpose. It honors a leader who has proven that product excellence is inseparable from empathy, that rapid growth coexists with genuine human connection, and that the true measure of success lies in the doors we open for others. As the newest member of the Global Tech Hero lineage, Richard Martins stands poised to write the next chapters of equitable, human‑centred technology.
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