Bullyproof Australia

Founders

Meet Our Founders

Jeff Horn, the former WBO World Welterweight Boxing Champion, achieved a historic victory over 11-time World Champion Manny Pacquiao at Suncorp Stadium on July 2, 2017, in front of over 51,000 spectators, marking the largest fight in Australian boxing history. His accolades include the prestigious Don Award, Qld Sports Star of the Year Award, and the GQ Sportsman of the Year Award. Jeff, a quarter-finalist at the 2012 London Olympics, co-authored 'The Hornet' with Grantlee Kieza, offering a compelling biography. Beyond the boxing ring, Jeff holds a Bachelor of Education degree from Griffith University and has a background as a former schoolteacher.
Jeff Horn
Co-Founder, National Ambassador
Glenn Rushton, a five-time national martial arts champion and world-class trainer, stands as one of Australia's foremost combat sports experts. With over fifty years of experience in martial arts and boxing, coupled with more than forty years in business, Glenn has left an indelible mark. Achieving a 4th dan black belt in karate, Glenn founded his own martial arts style, instructing countless individuals in self-defence and coaching numerous champions in martial arts and boxing. As the coach and manager of Jeff Horn, Glenn guided him to the quarterfinals at the 2012 Olympics and orchestrated the remarkable world title victory over Manny Pacquiao at Suncorp Stadium in 2017. Additionally, Glenn coached heavyweight boxer Joe Goodall to three national titles, a Commonwealth Games silver medal, and a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championships. Beyond his sporting prowess, Glenn is a compelling motivational speaker and boasts a diverse background as a former property developer, investment manager, and financial adviser.
Glenn Rushton
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Co-Founder, Public Officer
With a martial arts journey spanning four decades, Frank Mechler stands as a seasoned veteran in the field. Since 2005, he has been the Founder of the Freestyle Kung Fu Academy and, in 2016, established both the Kung Fu Kids Queensland Youth Development Program and the Beat the Bully Program. Frank holds the esteemed title of Full Member & Accredited Instructor of Kung Fu Wu Shu Australia & Kung Fu Queensland. In 1998, he achieved the rank of Master Level Choy Lee Fut Freestyle Kung Fu 1 – Master Personal Trainer. Adding to his accolades, he is a Black Belt in Moon Lee Tae Kwon Do and serves as a Muscular Skeletal Remedial Sports Therapist AIAS.
Frank Mechler​
Co-Founder, CEO