What was the breakthrough moment for the UFC?
Replied byDana White
President and CEO at Ultimate Fighting Championship
Niche: Sports
Revenue: $100M+/month
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Started: 1993
The Ultimate Fighter finale featuring Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar changed everything. The energy in that building was unbelievable. That night I realized the sport was going to succeed somewhere, regardless of what happened with television negotiations.
0
From the Full Interview
This answer is part of a full interview with Dana White, President and CEO at Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Share this Answer
Found this insight valuable? Share it with your network to help others learn from Dana White's experience.
Cite This Answer
Use this answer in your research, article, or academic work
Related Answers
Did you always believe the UFC could become what it is today?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
What first attracted you to combat sports?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
What is one leadership lesson you've learned from working with fighters?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
Was there ever a moment when you thought the UFC might fail?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
What separates successful entrepreneurs from unsuccessful ones?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
What is your philosophy on continuous growth?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo
What motivates you more, success or competition?
By Dana White
Sports
$100M+/mo