The Chinese market is full of potential. China’s population is extremely large. Its economy is growing and a sizable middle class has begun to emerge in many urban areas. China is also a nation steeped in martial arts tradition. Yet, China is also a very challenging market to enter and the UFC will need a well-defined […]
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Behind the Scenes: UFC’s Social Media Stunts – #Hunt4UFC
Social media has been a great tool for the UFC in the past few years, effectively using Facebook and Twitter to promote their brand, grow their fanbase, and create a communication bridge between the promotion and millions of its fans world wide. In fact, the UFC is so adamant about the importance of social media […]
The UFC’s Roadmap in China: Short-Term
Several weeks ago MMAPayout.com engaged in a discussion regarding the UFC’s three biggest challenges to entering the Chinese market: battling Chinese conservatism; generating material revenue; and, remaining patient in the short-term with an eye on the promising long-term. We’ll advance that discussion today, by focusing on a potential short-term roadmap to success for the UFC […]
Georges St. Pierre manager talks about the GSP brand
Georges St. Pierre’s manager, Shari Spencer recently spoke about the future and direction of GSP’s brand. In her two part interview with Tapology.com, she addressed GSP’s Octagon future (Part I) and the past, present and future of the GSP brand (Part II). Via Tapology.com: While most fighters–and their management teams–would be more than satisfied with […]