Dr. Mark Prince

Former professional title holding boxer turned award-winning charity campaigner, Dr Mark Prince is a model example of utilising your circumstances for change. All too familiar with overcoming adversity, the once drug-abusing youth became a world-renowned fighter, to later reinvent himself once more after the death of his son to ensure others don’t suffer the same grief as him. An inspirational speaker, Mark’s life journey has been nothing short of remarkable, and his experiences make for a truly captivating after-dinner speech.

Previously the holder of the IBF Inter-Continental and WBO Inter-Continental titles, Mark’s boxing talents were internationally renowned. A light-heavyweight of the sport, in his entire career he only lost one bout, when he contested the illustrious world title in the late 90s. Having had a difficult upbringing, boxing brought a level of purpose, discipline and success to the rapidly escalating lifestyle Mark led, influenced by violence and drugs. In a true rag to riches story, the star sportsman showcased his natural agility in the ring as he garnered the world’s attention with his impressive results.

Hanging up his gloves, Mark had a world of opportunities ahead of him, which, came crashing down around him in May 2006. After his son passed away, a teen victim of knife crime, Mark had two choices, to crumble with his world, or rebuild it. Utilising mental resilience, strength of character and an unfaltering drive that boxing had instilled in him, Mark once again transformed, not only his future but hundreds of others.

Driven by the need to prevent knife crime, Mark founded The Kiyan Prince Foundation in 2007, which used his platform and experiences in sport to create positive change. Awarded an OBE for his Services to Tackling and Gang Crime in London, Mark has solidified the legacy of his late son and influenced a generation. In 2019, fans of Queens Park Rangers voted to change the name of their famous training ground to reflect the impact Kiyan Prince had as a player in their youth team. A positive and powerful influence, Mark's prominence has also seen his son Kiyan included in the 2021 FIFA video game, commemorating the 15th anniversary of his death. Continuing his involvement in sport, Mark is a qualified personal trainer working predominantly with youths, instilling the same essential qualities for success in them, that boxing did for him. A true inspiration, Mark was awarded the Children’s Champion Award.

Hear first-hand Mark’s compelling life story, an in-depth look at knife crime and the qualities that make and break us, with an after-dinner talk from Mark Prince. Called upon to speak at a variety of corporate and public events, Mark shares his perspectives on various socio-economic issues that not only impact young people but also families globally. Highly regarded for his authority as a speaker on knife crime, Mark has previously been the Executive Producer of Put the Knives and Guns Down and spoken for the Metropolitan Police Operation Trident Program. He has also spoken 1-2-1 with Mayor Sadiq Khan on London's knife crime epidemic and been a guest speaker at the National Governor Prison Association Conference and the National Black Crown Prosecutors Association Conference. Dr Mark Prince is the perfect addition as a speaker to increase awareness of socio-economic issues, ensuring that the legacy of his son is carried forth and action is seen across the globe in combatting knife crime.