Global MMA Superstar Conor McGregor Increases His Ownership Stake in Alta Global Group with Performance Shares Vesting at up to $20 per Share

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  • In a ground-breaking deal, Alta Global Grouphas supercharged its partnership with Conor McGregor who becomes an Alta Global Ambassador, increasing Alta's revenue potential.

  • This 3-year partnership includes McGregor receiving 700,000 performance share rights tied to certain share price milestones of up to $20 per share (detailed below), further aligning his success with Alta's growth. 150,000 performance share rights vest upon the execution of the global ambassador agreement.

  • Alta will leverage McGregor's vast social reach of +63 million and influence over 640 million UFC fans worldwide to drive Alta's mission of converting MMA fandom to participation, ensuring a powerful boost to Alta's market presence that will elevate Alta's visibility among UFC and MMA fans, and the broader Combat Sports sector.

  • McGregor, the first UFC athlete to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously and the biggest pay-per-view draw in MMA history, brings unparalleled influence. Forbes previously ranked him, in 2021, as the world's highest-paid athlete, earning $180 million, underscoring the impact of his association with Alta.

  • McGregor will actively promote Alta's Platform and products, which includes TrainAlta.com, Hype.co and MixedMartialArts.com

  • This partnership further solidifies Alta's strategy of forging alliances with the most recognized names in MMA and combat sports, expanding its influence both in the US and globally, and driving cost-effective reach into the target audience.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA / ACCESSWIRE / September 9, 2024 / Alta Global Group (NYSE American:MMA) ("Alta" or the "Company"), a pioneering technology company uniting passion and participation in global combat sports with a vision of converting 640 million fans to participants, is thrilled to announce a partnership with Conor McGregor, the iconic UFC champion and global superstar. This new deal envisions McGregor eventually becoming a significant stakeholder in the company, further solidifying Alta's influence in the MMA community.

"Conor McGregor's involvement is a game changer for Alta Global Group. His legacy and influence in the world of MMA and combat sports are unmatched. We are honored and thrilled to have his endorsement and support, which will be instrumental in revolutionizing the martial arts and combat sports landscape," Nick Langton, Founder and CEO of Alta, remarked.

McGregor, known for his unparalleled reach and influence, will leverage his extensive 63+ million fan base to promote Alta's innovative platform and products. As a former UFC Featherweight and Lightweight World Champion, the first to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously, and a former Cage Warriors Featherweight and Lightweight Champion, McGregor's achievements have cemented his status as the biggest pay-per-view draw in MMA history. His fights have consistently broken records, with his bout at UFC 229 drawing 2.4 million buys and his boxing debut against Floyd Mayweather Jr. garnering over 5.3 million buys. McGregor's contribution to popularizing MMA and the UFC on a global scale is undeniable, and in 2021, Forbes recognized him as the world's highest-paid athlete, earning $180 million.