Krissy Cela

Krissy Cela is a female motivational speaker, entrepreneur and fitness leader, whose story from refugee beginnings to international success is a powerful example of resilience, determination and vision. She is the co-founder of Oner Active, one of the fastest-growing women’s activewear brands, and the creator of the fitness app EvolveYou, which has empowered millions of women worldwide to take control of their health.

Krissy’s journey began when she arrived in the UK as a five-year-old refugee from Albania. Her early experiences instilled resilience and self-belief, qualities that became central to her later achievements. While studying law at university, she started sharing her fitness routines online, quickly building a loyal community inspired by her authenticity. What began as simple workouts soon developed into a movement centred on empowerment, confidence and the belief that women could take charge of their bodies and lives.

In 2020, Krissy co-founded Oner Active, alongside Thomas Mark and David and Lukas Kurzmann. The brand has scaled dramatically, generating £80.8 million in sales in 2024 with profits of £8.4 million, and employing 71 staff across seven global markets. At the same time, her fitness app EvolveYou brought in £7.4 million in 2023, reaching women across the world with accessible tools for health and wellbeing. Her success has been recognised in outlets such as the Sunday Times 100, cementing her position as a trailblazer in female entrepreneurship.

As a motivational speaker, Krissy speaks openly about her journey from refugee to business leader, offering lessons on resilience, self-belief, and the importance of authenticity. She empowers women to embrace ambition without apology, showing that challenges can be transformed into opportunities for growth. Her talks inspire audiences to step outside their comfort zones, lead with purpose and build communities that lift others. With her mix of honesty, energy and real-world achievement, Krissy is an exceptional choice for events focused on women in leadership, entrepreneurship, fitness and empowerment.