Ruby Tui is one of New Zealand’s most electrifying and authentic sports personalities. A Rugby World Cup winner, Olympic gold medallist, and celebrated author, Ruby has captured the hearts of Kiwis with her fearless spirit both on and off the field.

From her breakout performances with the Black Ferns Sevens to her starring role in the 2022 Rugby World Cup win with the Black Ferns XVs, Ruby has become a symbol of joy, resilience, and unwavering self-belief. In 2024, she continued her strong presence in Super Rugby Aupiki with Matatū, helping inspire the next generation of wāhine toa.

Ruby’s autobiography Straight Up (2022) became an instant bestseller, winning the hearts of readers with its honesty, vulnerability, and humour. In 2025, she’s been actively touring schools, corporate events, and community groups around Aotearoa, sharing her powerful story of overcoming adversity and owning your authentic self.

Known for her big energy and infectious positivity, Ruby lights up every stage she steps on. She’s as comfortable talking about mental wellbeing and leadership as she is about high-performance sport and teamwork. Her ability to bring people together and inspire genuine change makes her a standout speaker.

Ideal for:

  • Leadership and culture conferences

  • Women in business and sport events

  • Youth and school programmes

  • Corporate team-building days

  • Health and wellbeing summits

Ruby shows audiences what’s possible when you lead with courage, stay true to who you are, and bring your full self to every challenge. People leave her talks buzzing with motivation — ready to tackle their own goals with fresh energy.

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