Krissy Cela is a fitness entrepreneur, author and inspirational business leader whose journey from refugee beginnings to international success embodies resilience, ambition and innovation. She is best known as the co-founder of Oner Active, one of the fastest-growing women’s activewear brands in the world, and as the creator of the fitness app EvolveYou, which empowers millions of women to take control of their health and wellbeing.
Krissy’s story began when she arrived in the UK at the age of five, a refugee from Albania. From those early experiences, she developed a sense of determination and self-belief that would drive her to transform her future. While studying law at university, she began posting her fitness routines online. Her content quickly gained traction, inspiring a loyal community who connected with her authenticity and practical approach. What began as a passion project soon evolved into a thriving business.
In 2020, Krissy co-founded Oner Active alongside Thomas Mark, David Kurzmann and Lukas Kurzmann. The brand has scaled at an astonishing rate, reaching £80.8 million in sales in 2024 and securing £8.4 million profit with a team of 71 employees. Its impact has been global, expanding into seven markets with the United States leading 45% of sales, and generating an incredible £11.6 million during Black Friday week alone. Alongside Oner Active, Krissy also launched EvolveYou, a fitness app that generated £7.4 million in revenue in 2023, empowering women across the world to build consistency in their health journeys.
As a speaker, Krissy shares her inspiring journey from refugee to Forbes-featured entrepreneur, offering powerful lessons on resilience, leadership and scaling a business with purpose. She motivates audiences with insights on community-building, brand authenticity and the mindset needed to turn challenges into opportunities. Whether addressing corporate audiences, entrepreneurial summits or women’s leadership events, Krissy leaves listeners energised and equipped with practical strategies for success.
Krissy Cela's official speaking topics are listed below:
- From refugee to entrepreneur: building resilience and vision
- Scaling a global brand with authenticity and community
- Lessons in leadership from Oner Active and EvolveYou
- Women in business and fitness: inspiring the next generation
- Harnessing social media to create a movement
- Turning adversity into entrepreneurial opportunity
- 2024 – Oner Active reached £80.8M sales and £8.4M profit
- 2024 – £11.6M revenue generated in Black Friday week
- 2023 – EvolveYou fitness app reached £7.4M revenue
- 2020 – Co-founded Oner Active, now in 7 global markets
- 2019 – Launched EvolveYou fitness app
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