We are happy to provide the Pittsburgh MMA community with a promotion that is committed: 1. To the sport 2. To putting on great shows and 3. Building up local fighters. We look forward to providing great new opportunities for fans to see great MMA action and shows here in Pittsburgh.

We want to take Pittsburgh MMA to another level. We want to build up the current crop of young athletes and get them to their objectives. For some, that will mean a goal of getting to the UFC or Bellator. For others, that will mean working their way up the card at the regional level. And everything in between.

We are excited to make regional MMA exciting in Pittsburgh again! With a full commitment to promoting the events and putting together great cards and shows with entertainment value, combined with helping to make stars out of our athletes, 247 Fighting Championships seeks to be a regional powerhouse and to be the model for regional MMA promotions nationally.

Ryan’s lifelong passion for MMA has been obvious to anyone who has ever been around him. Getting involved in MMA blogging and podcasting in 2016 was the beginning of the journey that led to starting 247 Fighting Championships. This journey has only just begun!

Jim has been with 247 long before it became what it is today. Jim, Ryan and Dan Altieri’s trip to Cleveland for UFC 203 was the catalyst for Octagon 24/7 and MMA Fancast, an MMA blog and podcast that got the ball rolling for what has now become Pittsburgh newest MMA promotion. As the matchmaker, Jim puts together all of the bouts for each card, gets the contracts signed and assures that all of the correct paperwork is in place.

Josh joined 247’s leadership team just after Brawl in the Burgh 17. Josh has been an integral part of fight day setup and teardown from the very beginning and he was a leader on the team long before it became official. Josh’s role has him overseeing the fight day operations, from setup to equipment to staffing… and everything in between.

Steve has been a part of 247 FC since it’s inception. His current responsibilities include oversight of the promotional team members, recruiting new team members and additional event responsibilities.