In part two of MMAPayout’s interview with ProElite’s Vice President of Fight Operations T. Jay Thompson, he spoke to us about some of the smaller details regarding the August 27 event, the differences between the old ProElite and the new, plus his thoughts on Rich Chou, Kimbo Slice, Dana White, Women’s MMA, promoting MMA for […]
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Payout Spotlight: ProElite VP of Fight Operations T. Jay Thompson – Part 1
MMAPayout had the opportunity to interview Vice President of Fight Operations for ProElite T. Jay Thompson. He spoke to us about the August 27 event, his goals for the promotion, and what we can expect from ProElite going forward. ProElite hosted it’s first MMA event, which was televised on Showtime, back in February of 2007. […]
CNBC’s “Fistful Of Dollars” Features the UFC
Darren Rovell of CNBC interviewed Lorenzo Fertitta on the “Fistful of Dollars” segment that featured the UFC growing from a 2 million dollar purchase to a 1 billion dollar brand. The segment also touched on the Bud Light sponsorship, UFC 129 success, and when they plan to cash out and sell. Payout Perspective: The […]
WWE announces new name, business strategy
World Wrestling Entertainment announced that it is changing its name to WWE in a rebranding effort that includes a new business strategy. The purpose of the change is to “better reflect the company’s global entertainment offerings.” Via WWE.com: Two key components to WWE’s brand expansion will be the active pursuit to acquire entertainment content companies […]
Update On Bellator Majority Shareholder: Plainfield Asset Management
In September of 2010, MMAPayout reported that Bellator funder and majority stake holder, Plainfield Asset Management (a hedge fund based out of CT) was being investigated by the FBI. The recession, FBI Investigations and whistleblower allegations have caused great hardship on the company over the past few years. Wall Street Journal now gives us an […]