UFC President Dana White Speaks at Wild Card West Gym

Hollywood director Peter Berg is a big fight fan and the owner of Wild Card West gym in Santa Monica, California. He has started holding a speaker series with high-profile guests and recently welcomed UFC president Dana White

White was joined at the event by standout boxing trainer Freddie Roach. He addressed an array of topics, including the potential return of Conor McGregor to the Octagon. 

White also talked about his interest in getting into the world of boxing. He said that he could provide a fresh approach to the sport while still maintaining his role with the UFC. 

White rescued the UFC from the brink of bankruptcy. He convinced his childhood friends to by the organization and they installed him as president in 2001. 

White has grown the UFC into a multibillion-dollar business that stages events all over the world. He has made many savvy moves, including creating The Ultimate Fighter at the height of the reality show craze and signing a major broadcast agreement with Fox. 

White has also drawn praise for his public candor and connection with fight fans. He was named Nevada Sportsman of the Year in 2009. 

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