Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach and Author.
Gary Todd is a highly acclaimed international best-selling author. He has a deep connection to the sport of boxing and has traveled the world to interview numerous world champion boxers, including legendary names like Muhammad Ali, Tyson Fury, Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao, Roberto Duran, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Mike Tyson, among others. Having trained, sparred, and interviewed over 100 world champions in their gyms, Gary's involvement in boxing has been lifelong and all-encompassing.
His dedication, discipline, passion, commitment, and resilience have been the cornerstones of his successful life as a manager, life coach, mentor, and advocate for life. Additionally, his strong family values have played a significant role in shaping his character.
Despite facing trauma and adversity during his early life in Scotland, Gary embraced the challenges ahead, understanding that he alone had the power to shape his own path. He speaks openly about his experiences, including living in fear, being cold and hungry, and how hope, love, courage, and resilience helped him navigate through difficult times.
Gary has experienced both highs and lows in his professional boxing career, having trained at an elite level and worked closely with world champion boxers. He has also dedicated his efforts to working with underprivileged kids from housing commission schemes, providing them with opportunities for personal development.
His life experiences have equipped him with valuable tools and skills, and his philosophies and values empower individuals, teams, and organisations to overcome setbacks with a strong mindset. Gary believes that in life, everyone gets knocked down, but it's essential to get back up, take the time to rest and reset, and continue moving forward with determination.
As a result, his story and teachings have the potential to inspire and motivate others to persevere through life's challenges. Due to his outstanding contributions to the sport, Gary has been nominated for induction into the Boxing Hall of Fame in the United States of America in 2024.