
In this episode of Fight Capital, Ryan Rapaport sits down with Harley Hermanson, an MMA fighter and Web3 innovator competing in the @KarateCombat Influencer Fight Club (IFC). Harley shares how he went from training alongside his kids to securing a first-round TKO and becoming one of IFC’s rising stars. Beyond fighting, he’s using blockchain technology to create real-world impact through Fight for Impact, an initiative supporting charitable causes through combat sports.Follow Harley Hermanson @gl0geta on all platformsInstagramX.comTakeaways・Harley started training in karate as a kid and returned to martial arts through his children.・He secured the fastest knockout in IFC history at 35 seconds.・Karate Combat’s entertainment-focused approach makes it one of the most unique fight promotions.・Web3 and blockchain technology are creating new ways for athletes to engage with fans and monetize their careers.・Harley is the founder of Fight for Impact, using crypto donations to support St. Jude’s and other causes.・He sees Karate Combat and IFC as his long-term future in combat sports.・Harley believes Web3 will revolutionize athlete sponsorships, community engagement, and financial independence.・His ultimate goal is to become an IFC champion while inspiring other fighters to give back.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Harley Hermansen and His MMA Journey01:29 Training with His Kids and Returning to Combat Sports03:15 Joining Karate Combat’s Influencer Fight Club (IFC)05:20 Securing the Fastest KO in IFC History06:02 Why Karate Combat is the Future of Fight Entertainment07:28 Harley’s Role in Web3 and Blockchain for Sports09:50 Fight for Impact: Supporting Charities Through Combat Sports12:07 How Web3 Can Revolutionize Athlete Sponsorships13:29 Harley’s Long-Term Goals in IFC and Combat Sports15:51 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts to Sponsors🔥 Watch the full interview to see how Harley Hermansen is shaping the future of combat sports and blockchain innovation!
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