“This event is not just another regional card. The talent assembled here will draw national attention and provide a great night of hard hitting action from IFC Extreme,” says IFC founder Howard Petschler. Cox, known in MMA circles as “The Godfather,” has promoted nearly 600 mixed martial arts events in the last 14 years – having done shows in more than 20 states and around the world. As a manager he has guided the careers of seven UFC champions – more than any other manager. Mike Whitehead He currently oversees a stable of 60 fighters with more than half fighting at the highest levels of the sport, including the UFC, Strikeforce, and Dream. The IFC, founded by Petschler in 1996, is known worldwide for launching the careers of numerous MMA superstars and champions. The IFC was instrumental in the gaining official recognition of the sport in the United States and saving the sport in Canada. Former and current IFC Champions include Chuck Liddell, Eugene Jackson, Rich Franklin, Tim Silva, Jens Pulver, Dan Severn, Igor Vovchanchin, Matt Lindland, Paul Buentello, Jeremy Horn and many other top MMA fighters.