Stories and Lessons From Regis Prograis

For centuries, books have served as one of the most common tools for successful people of all disciplines. In 2008, Regis Prograis was an Amateur boxer who relocated to Houston, Texas from New Orleans, Louisiana after losing everything in Hurricane Katrina. During that pivotal timeframe, reading transitioned from a hobby to a lifestyle.

A decade after becoming an avid reader and applying knowledge from books, Regis Prograis became the first World Champion boxer from New Orleans in more than 50 years. Shortly after reaching what appeared to be a pinnacle in his career, Prograis found himself in an unthinkable position after being the top ranked fighter in his division for several years and attaining multiple world titles. During the most adversity-filled stage of his career, he overcame the unthinkable to become the first 2x World Champion in New Orleans history.

Regis not only became a boxing pioneer for his hometown, but he also became a testament to how far hard work, reading, and persistence can take you. Lessons and Stories From Regis Prograis was written to provide readers of all backgrounds inspiration and a compilation of tangible lessons and heartfelt stories.