I am a boxing manager: if you have questions about the boxing biz, ask!

Thanks Dempsey, this was really informative

 

Hey Dempsey! I believe we talked about this a few years ago but it has been a while. What is the best way to network with other promoters when I don't have a fighter to manage at the moment? Also, what is the best way to get my fighter some fights with both of us just starting out in the business? Btw, I will be applying for my manager's license here in Georgia next month. In Oklahoma you don't have be licensed but here you do but it is no biggie. $50 for the fee here.

 

Hi Dempsey,

Thank you so much for doing this, fairly new so haven't had the chance to read through everything. However I've seen quite a few posts and replies, you really seem to know your stuff!

I'm looking at potentially going into boxing management and/or promotion. Currently travelling US for a few months but will return to UK in a few months and look to take my qualifications and get my license.

I do have a lot of questions that I could ask but feel that would be rude, so to start off, what would you say are the main things to watch out for in boxing management, particularly when getting started? (Maybe some things that caught you out at the beginning).

If you were able to give me some feedback on that I would appreciate it so much!

Thanks
Jack

 

Thanks Demps!

 

Speaking of contracts. I have been surfing the net and came across an agreement that another boxing manager uses. Let me know what you think about it when you get time.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13fFJKeJ5efWVCWmmKSneX4i9llELtCIuQhBTaMKPxbM/edit

 

Thanks a lot! I will take onboard your advice and visit local gyms, attend local events and try to network with boxing people, I'll also be fighting on a couple of charity events myself which should help my understanding of the sport.

A couple of questions that I'm still not sure on.

Firstly, how do you go about sourcing new fighters and approaching them? (Are they amateurs/pro's) (Do they approach you now you are well known?) (How much has this changed over the years?)

Secondly, with matchmaking, is it yourself that would arrange that or is that the role of the promoter, or a mixture? Also how do you scout opponents, and know they are a good fit?

Finally, you have spoken a few times about a standard contract % and term duration between manager and fighter. What would be typical for a brand new manager? (I'd assume I would have to be fairly low to attract anyone to start with)

Thanks
Jack

 

Any tips on how to look out for marketability?

 

Thanks Dempsey, really good information! I'll take everything onboard and do some further research.

 

Thank you Demps!