Impact’s Parent Anthem Undergoes Restructuring, Superstar Billy Graham Update, Indies – TPWW

Impact Parent Company Restructured, Impact EVP Scott D’Amore Promoted

Impact Wrestling’s parent company, Anthem Media, announced that they recently went through a restructuring process. It was announced that Lou De Angeli was recently hired to become its new Vice President of Marketing and Richard Schaefer was recently hired by Anthem Sports Group to become its new President.

In connection with Impact, it was announced that Scott D’Amore, Executive Vice President of Impact, was recently promoted to President of Impact.

official press release,

Richard Schaefer Named President of Anthem Sports Group

Scott D’Amore named president of Impact Wrestling

Lou DeAngeli Joins as Vice President of Marketing

Mike Paine’s Talon Partnership Joins as Strategic Advisor Handling Brand Partnerships

LOS ANGELES, March 13, 2023 – Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., a global, multi-platform media company, today announced that respected global combat sports executive Richard Schaefer has been named President of its Sports Properties, re-elected to be organized. Anthem Sports Group Inc. (ASG) as a separate operational group. These properties include ASG’s iconic Impact Wrestling promotion, trailblazing all-female MMA organization Invicta Fighting Championships, and Fight Network, the world’s leading 24/7 combat sports channel.

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in the combat sports and boxing arena, Schaefer will oversee ASG and will be instrumental in building strategic partnerships and relationships with key sponsors, brands, agents and athletes in the industry. Schaefer’s hiring is a testament to Anthem’s commitment to building the global prominence of its events and broadcasts. Under Schaefer, ASG will aggressively pursue additional acquisitions in the combat sports and professional wrestling businesses. Schaefer’s extensive background in professional boxing would also be leveraged to establish a boxing promotion platform.

“Richard Schaefer is a towering force in the combat sports and boxing arena,” said Leonard Asper, Anthem’s President and CEO. “As one of the industry’s most respected executives, he leads with integrity and brings an unprecedented wealth of expertise – cultivated over more than two decades working with the sport’s biggest brands and best-known fighters Anthem is delighted to welcome him to our executive team as the Chairman of Anthem Sports Group, and we look forward to reaching even greater heights as a global sports powerhouse under his guidance.

Schafer said: “I am very thrilled to join the Anthem team and ASG. Len Asper, Ed Nordholm, Scott D’Amore and Shannon Knapp have built a great business, and I am honored to work with them. Together, we will create a global destination that attracts the best talent and delivers the most exciting content across all aspects of combat sports. All of our assets under the ASG umbrella will drive innovation when communicating with distribution platforms, sponsors, venues and fans. and create innovative synergies.

Schafer brings a long track record of success to ASG after serving as CEO of Golden Boy Promotions, where he was integral in developing the platform into a major player in the sport. During his 20+ years in the combat sports space, he has promoted or mentored some of the most iconic stars – from Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Canelo Alvarez to UFC superstar Jon Jones. Helping to stage 527 promoted events, he is one of the leading promoters of all-time in boxing and has generated record-breaking gates and pay-per-view revenue.

Anthem has also brought on two senior executives and promoted Scott D’Amore to President of Impact Wrestling to highlight their goal of growing the sports group. D’Amore and Invicta FC President Shannon Knapp will report to Schaefer.

Since joining us in 2018, Scott has established himself as the leader of Impact Wrestling, re-establishing the promotion as one of the finest professional wrestling promotions in the world.

Schaefer will work alongside former WWE and Cirque du Soleil executive Lou De Angeli, who has joined Anthem Sports Group as vice president of marketing. In this role, D’Angeli is overseeing all aspects of marketing, advertising, promotions and public relations for ASG.

D’Angeli has more than 25 years of experience in event marketing and promotion, having served as Vice President of Marketing for Cirque du Soleil, where she was responsible for all marketing, advertising, public relations and digital media strategy for North America. were responsible for Additionally, he served as Director of Marketing for WWE, developing and implementing all national advertising strategies, social media initiatives, and fan festivals and experiential events.

“In just a few short months, Low Impact Wrestling and Invicta FC have been leading the way in increasing awareness and attendance at both events,” continued Nordholm. “With his previous experience in event promotion and marketing at such prestigious brands, we are very fortunate to have Lou on the team and his expertise is already paying dividends.”

Anthem also announced that Mike Paine & Talon Partnership has been retained by ASG as strategic advisors, focused on securing sponsorships and new revenue initiatives for Impact Wrestling and Invicta FC. While Pine & Talon’s initial focus will be on the sports group’s properties, Talon’s scope will also include Anthem’s diverse entertainment offerings.

Previously, Paine held Global Head of Sales/Chief Revenue Officer positions for four different billion-dollar companies. Under Paine’s leadership, Talon has grown into a world-class organization with the sole purpose of delivering revenue for its high-profile clients – from renowned sports and entertainment properties and influencers to NCAA and professional athletes, and more Some.

Nordholm said, “Mike is a true combat sports veteran who has worked with many world leaders in the MMA and professional wrestling industries.” “In addition to his vast knowledge, he is armed with unique insights and ideas that go outside the box—creating strategic partnerships and initiatives that fit each brand’s mission, while exponentially increasing awareness and revenue. We We are confident that the talented team we have built under the leadership of Mr. Schaefer is well-positioned to expand our offerings in the combat sports space utilizing world-class IP directed at combat sports enthusiasts .

“Superstar” Billy Graham Health Status Update – Graham Is Undergoing Dialysis And Suffering Hearing Loss

As mentioned earlier, WWE Hall of Famer Superstar Billy Graham is currently dealing with a bone infection that has spread to his bony ear and part of his skull. Graham was recently hospitalized for the second time with this health problem.

Graham’s wife Valerie gave recent health update Facebook Stating that Graham recently started dialysis treatment for his acute kidney failure health problems and also hearing loss due to recent bone infection in his head.

“Hello Facebook friends and fans. Below is an update from Billy’s wife Valerie. God bless you all, and thank you:

Update on Wayne;

First I want to apologize for not updating everyone before now… It has been an incredibly challenging week for me as well as my husband still recovering from covid amidst the stress and anxiety.
Wayne is still in the hospital… He had dialysis on Monday and Wednesday… Tolerated it well…they have seen some improvement in her kidney function.

Still dealing with congestion in his lungs and some heart concerns. But to be honest, as far as the doctors are saying, infection in his head is the biggest problem and its treatment is the most difficult. (He is also back to 100% deafness in both ears).

Prayers are needed… My hope is in God… With Him everything is possible… Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

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