Dr. Roxy Davis is a visionary entrepreneur, athlete and advocate for social impact. A nine-time South African surfing champion, she has combined her passion for the ocean with business, research and community empowerment. As the founder of Surf Emporium and Ocean Freedom, Roxy has been instrumental in promoting surfing as a tool for personal growth and development.
Roxy is also the founder of the Roxy Davis Foundation, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to improving mental and physical well-being through ocean-based therapy. Her groundbreaking research in health sciences focuses on the impact of ocean-based therapy for children with disabilities in South Africa, contributing to innovative approaches in rehabilitation and inclusion.
Through her leadership and commitment to creating transformative opportunities, Roxy harnesses the healing power of the ocean to drive wellness, empowerment and inclusivity. Her work exemplifies the intersection of research, business and social good, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and communities.
Dr. Davis’s multifaceted career seamlessly integrates her passion for surfing with her dedication to community service and mental health advocacy, making her a prominent figure in both the sporting and wellness sectors. In 2020, Roxy purchased the Sally-Ann Creed business continuing the focus of wellness through nutrition. In 2021, Roxy founded Ocean Freedom a Proudly South African mineral based sunscreen company which now exports to counties such as the United Kingdom and the EU.
In 2019, she launched the Roxy Davis Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing mental and physical well-being through ocean-based therapy programs. The foundation offers free surf therapy clinics for individuals with physical, cognitive, intellectual, or sensory disabilities, positively impacting numerous lives.
