Gemma Ruegg - Speaker

Gemma 'The Rebel' Ruegg is a professional boxer and entrepreneur whose journey from personal struggle to athletic and business success continues to inspire audiences across the UK. Currently, the Silver Commonwealth champion, Gemma competes on important stages such as Sky Sports and DAZN, representing not just her sport, but the resilience and drive it takes to rewrite your own narrative.
Raised in Bournemouth, Gemma’s path has been shaped by the challenges she has overcome. Following mental health issues and addiction in her youth, she turned to sport on the advice of her doctor. What began as a lifeline soon became a new way of life. Boxing offered her structure, purpose and an outlet for personal growth. It also led her to make history, becoming the first woman to win titles in two weight divisions in the QBL—just ten weeks after giving birth to her sixth child.
Gemma’s commitment to self-development extends beyond the ring. She is the founder and director of the successful fitness apparel brand Combat Dollies, and balances her work in sport and business with raising a large family. Her husband Danny is her coach, and their son Mace is also forging a career in boxing, making the sport a deeply personal part of family life.
Through her story, Gemma highlights the power of perseverance, the importance of mental health, and the strength that can emerge from vulnerability. She speaks openly about the challenges she has faced and overcome, offering perspective and encouragement to others navigating their own difficulties. As a mother, business leader and champion athlete, Gemma embodies the discipline and resilience required to thrive across multiple demanding roles.