Giovannie Gonzalez
Giovannie Gonzalez | |
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| Born | January 9, 1990 |
| Nationality | Mexican/American |
| Occupation | Professional Boxer/Entrepreneur |
| Known for | KingGio |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) |
| Children | 2 |
Giovannie Gonzalez, (born 9 January 1990, Lodi, CA), also known as KingGio,[1] is a Mexican-American professional boxer, Boxing promoter, entrepreneur, professional athlete, and owner of KingGio Boxing academy. He currently serves as the CEO of KingGio Boxing Promotions, with a net worth of 800k.[2][3]
Gonzalez began his professional boxing career in 2017 and quickly made a name for himself with his aggressive and Unique fighting style.[4][5]
In addition to his successful career in the ring, Gonzalez is also a successful business owner, owner of KingGio Boxing Academy, and CEO Of KingGio Boxing promotions.
Early life and education
Gonzalez was born on 9 January 1990 in Lodi, CA. He attended Tokay high school and graduated in 2008. He received his Associate Degree from Kaplan College and his BA degree from California State University Sacramento.
Career
Boxing
He started his professional boxing career in 2017, taking part in professional fights. His fighting style has been described as aggressive, challenging, and valorous.[6]
Gonzalez competed professionally and fought for the International World Boxing Federation (WBF). Lightweight title and the Universal Boxing Organization(UBO) Super FeatherWeight world Title, His fights have been broadcasted live on FightHub TV, Mmacore.tv, and he has headlined and sold out multiple shows.[7]
On 30 September 2017, Gonzalez became the first professional fighter out of Northern California to be signed to the famous Grant Boxing brand by CEO Elvis Grant Phillips.[8] The signing took place in Santa Monica, C115] Grant Boxing is famously known for being the sole boxing provider of one the best fighters in the history of boxing, Floyd Mayweather Jr. Other Famous fighters that also wear or have worn Grant Boxing Gloves are Gennady "Tripple G "Golovkin, Saul 'Canelo Alvarez, Terrence Crawford, and Deontay Wilder.[9]
Gonzalez was also a nightclub owner and CEO of the once-famous California-based Group 'o5 Boyz" in the early 2010s, where much of his early wealth originated.[10]
On 29 November 2020, Gonzalez fought Jose Luis Roa for the WBF International Title. The fight of the year candidate went the distance to ten rounds which Gonzalez lost via split decision and ultimately announced his retirement after the fight.[11]
After seven months, Gonzalez came out of retirement, Fired most of his team that had him finish 2020, 0-1-2, and hired a completely new team.[12]
In his first fight coming back, Gonzalez fought for his first world title (Universal Boxing Organization) on 7 July 2021, in Tijuana Baja California, against Christian arenas in a 12-round main event, which resulted in Gonzalez winning via 2nd round knockout and capturing the UBO Super Featherweight world title. Gonzalez finished 2021 undefeated after making that strategic move of cleaning the house and hiring a new team.[13] In 2022, Gonzalez expanded his fast-growing KingGio Brand and purchased a Boxing Gym in Lodi Ca for reportedly $600,000, now known as KingGio Boxing Academy.
Super Fight
Rumors of a potential super fight against Local arch rival Gabriel Flores Jr were heating up in the summer of 2022. A verbal agreement between both parties to fight at the Stockton arena reportedly had been agreed on but never materialized.[14]
Promotion company
BYB (Back yard brawl)
In 2023 Gonzalez Signed a Multi fight Deal With the fast-growing east coast BYB Bare knuckle Promotion.
First Round Management
On January 24, 2023, Gonzalez signed a lucrative deal with powerhouse sports agent Malki Kawa and was added to the First Round Management celebrity roster. First Round Management is known for managing and elevating multiple professional athletes such as Jon Jones, Jorge Masdival, Anthony Pettis, Demetrius Johnson, Bj Penn, Paige Vanzant, Frank Gore, Shannon Briggs, and Tyron Woodley, just to name a few.
Personal life
Currently, Gonzalez currently resides in Stockton, California.
In the media
References
- ↑ "Giovannie Gonzalez ("King Gio") | Boxer Page". Tapology. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Northern California Has a New Boxing Business Man, Giovannie Gonzalez - Articles". ZEE5. 4 September 2021. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ Editor, David Witte/News-Sentinel Sports. "'It gave my body time to heal' Tokay grad Giovannie Gonzalez returns to boxing". Lodinews.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
{{cite web}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ↑ "Giovannie Gonzalez Archives". Europe's No.1 Boxing Website. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Giovannie Gonzalez - the new professional boxer in Northern California - Pro Magzine". promagzine.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "LIVE BOXING: Best in Boxing Giovannie Gonzalez vs Christian Arenas - Boxing News - Boxing, UFC and MMA News, Fight Results, Schedule, Rankings, Videos and More". www.15rounds.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Sosa vs. Cruz Headlines Fight Card At San Joaquin County Fairgrounds". NY FIGHTS. 18 August 2022. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Northern California Super Fight One Step Closer to Reality". finance.yahoo.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Quilisto Madera scores unanimous win over Hector Zepeda". WBN - World Boxing News. 20 December 2022. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Northern California Has a New Boxing Business Man, Giovannie Gonzalez | 🏆 LatestLY". LatestLY. 4 September 2021. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ uz, Kun. "Elnur Abduraimov KOs Giovannie Gonzalez". Kun.uz. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Damian Sosa, Giovannie Gonzalez - San Joaquin Fairgrounds Tickets Boletos | Stockton CA - 8/26/22". www3.ticketon.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Meet CEO of King Gio Boxing Promotions- Giovannie Gonzalez – The New York Finance". thenewyorkfinance.com. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
- ↑ "Giovannie Gonzalez Eyes Paulie Malignaggi Fight In 2022". Inside the Ropes Boxing – Your #1 source for boxing news. Retrieved 27 January 2023.