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Since the "About Me" section of this blog is limited to a specific number of characters, I decided to write a post that discusses more about what I have done in the pro-wrestling industry, beginning with when I first started in it and leading up to now.

Technically, I started back in the 1990s, contributing to "Pro Wrestling Illustrated" and then "Pro Wrestling Torch". In 1997, I contributed to The Official Website of the NWO. That same year, I briefly published my own newsletter, "The Wrestling Express".

In 1998, I taught myself how to design websites and served as a consultant for various independent promotions. That next year, I worked as a website designer/maintainer for Dylan Summers (Necro Butcher), who was running the Texas-based Power Pro Wrestling Federation, and later was involved with Texas Outlaw Promotions.

During the period of 2000-2002, I was involved in many different projects at once. I was working as a website designer/publicist for talent, contributing to WCW.com, writing columns for independent promotions and the website of former WCW star The Stro, and writing for a variety of pro-wrestling media sites (including WrestlingObserver.com and PWTorch.com). In 2003, I began running my own website, World Wrestling Optimum, which consisted of news, articles, and interviews.

From 2001 to 2013, I worked as a Sports Desk Assistant for Southern Westchester BOCES Athletics, responsible for inputting schedules and assigning officials for all public high school athletic events in the greater New York metropolitan area. This gave me an opportunity to hone my skills in organization and logistics. I also acted as in-house technical support.

In 2004, I started working for the Michigan-based Ultimate Championship Wrestling as a publicist/columnist. They were an affiliate of American Wrestling Association Superstars Of Wrestling, and I soon became the publicist/columnist of the main governing body of AWA as well. During my time working for UCW, I played a major role in bringing in new talent, due to my having come into contact with many talents being underused and going unnoticed in the industry over the years. Also, attendance increased by a significant amount.

In 2005, I started doing a column for 3PW. With DVDs sold nationwide, they had the potential to become much bigger than they already were at the time, and they were very open to my ideas. I pushed for many changes behind the scenes. I had encouraged management to improve the production quality of their DVDs, which led to them dealing with a different production company. 3PW management had planned on waiting for its fan base to increase before getting TV for 3PW. I explained how getting TV for 3PW is what would increase its fan base, and I was then given the green light to find networks that were interested. Two networks were very interested, and I encouraged 3PW management to meet with them as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the owner of the company instead opted to shut 3PW down, due to losing interest. Working for 3PW put me in connection with the UK-based 1PW, where I worked as a columnist.

After 3PW shut down, I began working as a publicist for independent promotions, including CHIKARA. I also worked as a columnist for CZW. Interestingly, though, it was 2006 at this point, yet I was still most recognized for the work that I had done for 3PW and AWA/UCW.

In 2007, I started working as a columnist for XCW, a promotion that was seen nationally on MAVTV, had a national DVD deal, and also had PPV events. Working for a promotion of national status was my biggest achievement at that point, and two years later, I reached a bigger achievement- Big Japan Pro-Wrestling. Along with working for them as a columnist and an Administrator for their Facebook page, I helped bring Big Japan Pro-Wrestling together with Combat Zone Wrestling to form a working relationship after a previous working relationship between the two promotions had fallen apart. This new working relationship led to Big Japan Pro-Wrestling having its first event in the United States.

In October 2009, I assisted publicity & promotions company MGM Management with the HULKAMANIA- Let the Battle Begin tour by distributing their press release to pro-wrestling news sites that are popular with Australian fans, and conducting an interview with Solofa Fatu Jr. (better known as, "Rikishi"). Also, in 2012, I wrote a number of columns for Women Superstars United, which was known as Women Superstars Uncensored at the time.

In May 2018 I did social media for Great North Wrestling.

In April and May 2021, I did blogging and social media for Kyushu Pro Wrestling. During that time, the promotion gained 220 new subscribers and 52,746 new views on its official YouTube channel.

Recently, I have done blogging and social media for Yanagase Pro Wrestling. Since the time I began writing for them, Yanagase Pro Wrestling has their anniversary events at a venue where they have had 300 fans. All previous Yanagase Pro Wrestling events took place at a 50-seat venue.

I have also recently written for the China-based Middle Kingdom Wrestling in a Publicist capacity. My work is an essential piece in the multilingual activation, with it being adapted to traditional Chinese for readers in China. I am the first native English writer to have written for a Chinese wrestling organization in history.

In 2019, I began writing for Michinoku Pro Wrestling, in charge of international wrestling as its International Officer. Since the time that I began writing for them, Michinoku Pro stopped choosing Shin-Kiba 1st Ring for its Tokyo events and began focusing on the much larger Korakuen Hall for its Tokyo appearances. The Korakuen Hall is known as a place where many historical moments in the Japanese pro-wrestling scene have occurred. It's to Japan what Madison Square Garden is to the pro-wrestling scene in the United States. Michinoku Pro had a sellout, standing-room-only event on December 13, 2019 at the Korakuen Hall. The event had an attendance of 1,890. That was the highest reported attendance at the Korakuen Hall to date for a pro-wrestling event since April 2015.

In addition, I have blogged for the Allied Independent Wrestling Federations.

My articles, "A Look at the History and Future of WOW" and "Will WOW Go From Las Vegas Residency to an Even Higher Level?" were endorsed by WOW - Women Of Wrestling on social media in August 2025 and October 2025, respectively. In May 2026, my article, "An Education on The Enlightened: WOW's Psychological Supergroup," was endorsed on social media by the group's founder, Samantha Smart, which was followed by an exclusive Q&A with her, which she shared on social media. My articles, "Why Florida Makes a Perfect WOW Superhero Stronghold", "Miami’s Sweet Heat on Beast Games Season 2: A Major Win for WOW", "WOW Hits the Jackpot: Women Of Wrestling Secures Season 4 & Groundbreaking Las Vegas Residency", A History of Women's Wrestling in America", "The 11 Most Must-See WOW Matches Right Now", "A Potential Game-Changer for Sophie Cunningham: The WOW Opportunity", "Independent Gaijin Dreams and the Japanese Experience of WOW's Superheroes" and, "A History of Wrestling Managers" were endorsed by WOW as well. In November 2025 and December 2025, WOW's official website saw a 122% increase in monthly visits, as my analyses initiated search traffic that the official domain then converted into brand engagement.

My article, "How World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana Is Succeeding Globally" was endorsed by World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana President Taishi Fuwa.

Many of my articles have been cited as sources in online encyclopedias Wikipedia, Grokipedia, and Hubbry entries on topics including Women of Wrestling, the Global Wrestling Federation (GWF), Michinoku Pro Wrestling, Kyushu Pro-Wrestling, MLW, 3PW, Japan's MMA business, WWE house shows from a business perspective, Right to Censor, the York Foundation, the history of wrestling commentary, Hisashi Shinma as WWE President, the true power of joshi puroresu, the history of wrestling in South Carolina, Alex Shelley, Mad Man Pondo, the early history of WWE video games, WWE Raw on Netflix, Strong Style Pro Wrestling, and more. Additionally, my 2013 interviews with the original cast of GLOW (Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling) served as a primary historical resource for The Telegraph in their coverage of the true stories behind the hit Netflix series.

My work is used as a resource on learning platforms. My ebook "The Business Side of Wrestling: A Look Behind the Curtain" is available for lending internationally, across two major library systems: CLEVNET Library in Ohio and Dubai Public Library in the Middle East. My article, "The History of American Wrestling," has been used in Google Classroom by an educator.

In July 2025, I developed the core corporate communications and original strategic press release for the founding team of youth sports platform True Lacrosse announcing their strategic partnership with the incoming Private Equity partner, TZP Group, launching the new national platform, True Sports. The final deliverables were used as the basis and foundation for the final, official, public-facing, published corporate release and announcement. The document passed final approval by the founders and TZP Group.

After living in Japan for ten years and writing English content for Asian companies during that time, I am currently based in the US and open to new writing opportunities in the US, Japan, and globally, from event previews & results reports, to press releases, to wrestler spotlights & social media. I offer sponsored content and an international audience. Check out my samples and see how I can take your brand to the next level:
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My platform averages over 80,000 monthly impressions across the digital ecosystem. This includes direct traffic, high-authority visibility on Google, Bing, ChatGPT, Yahoo, and Yandex, as well as significant engagement from networks like Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Threads, and Reddit.

My rate typically falls within the range of $500 to $800. info@harold-williams.com

I graduated from university with a major in Business and a minor in Computer Applications, which makes me an asset not only as a writer but in a business and technological capacity as well.

I am also a Technology Writer specializing in AI, VR, AR, NFTs, 5G, Web3, streaming, and the metaverse in the context of wrestling. My insights on this frontier have been recognized by wrestling-related outlets; including, Fightful cited my deep dive into specific applications of AI in wrestling as a key resource in an article.

I am a subject matter expert in the business side of Japan's MMA, baseball, soccer/football, lacrosse, and other sports.

In additon, I am working for TELUS Digital as an Online Data Analyst, developing and improving AI models by contributing data, assessments, and insights via writing and data collection/annotation/labeling.

The $500 Launch Phase: Why Your Promotion Isn’t Growing (And How to Fix It)

In the professional wrestling industry, there is a massive gap between a high-quality in-ring product and a global digital footprint. Many promoters want to take things slow, but in a digital-first economy, slow often leads to being invisible.

When I work as a Strategic Communications Consultant, I don’t only offer marketing. I offer a 30-Day Launch Phase designed to turn local promotions into international destinations. Here is the blueprint I use to bridge that gap.

1. Stop Being Local and Start Being Global
If your digital reach is limited to your local zip code, you’re leaving money on the table. My background in the US (working with promotions like WOW - Women Of Wrestling) and Japan (like being the International Officer of Michinoku Pro and a social media writer & blogger for Yanagase Pro Wrestling) have shown me that fans internationally are hungry for new content- they just need a reason to care about that content.

- The Strategy: Position your brand as a premier destination by framing it through a business lens. If a promotion features international stars, their reputations should be leveraged to ensure the promotion's digital reach matches the talents' in-ring reputations.

2. Leverage Search Authority Over Social Media
Social media is rented land. Search authority is real estate. Most promotions have YouTube channels with solid foundations, but they aren't converting that into ticket sales.

- The Strategy: Use a high-ranking global platform to create strategic event previews. By funneling active search traffic from fans looking for a specific style of wrestling product directly to your ticket pages, you create a measurable ROI.

3. The Power of the Narrative
For unique promotions, growth is about more than the matches; it's about the presentation.

- The Strategy: If it's a medium-size or larger promotion, frame it as an evolving entertainment property. If it's a charity organization, highlight its charitable impact so that it becomes eligible for community-focused media coverage that traditional promotions can't access.

4. Making Small Look Large
By creating high-impact brand analysis, a promotion can be made to appear bigger than it actually is. This can take it from a venue that seats 50 fans to one that seats 600.

- The Strategy: It’s about search authority. If your promotion looks like an international property online, the fans (and sponsors) will treat it like one.

The Bottom Line
If you're driven by a desire for growth, you need a digital strategy. My Launch Phase covers content optimization, search authority, and media syndication for a flat fee, ensuring the work pays for itself through increased visibility and sales. Reach out at info@harold-williams.com

Why WOW's Syndication and Residencies are the Future of Wrestling

For decades, going on the road was important to pro-wrestling promoters. It would enable their promotion's brand to grow faster, because it would draw potential new fans who would check out this promotion that has come to their town, the promotion that they may have heard some of their friends talking about.

But in 2026, that traditional model is becoming a financial issue. Rising fuel costs and logistical inflation have caused touring to be viewed as less needed than it used to be. Beyond the balance sheet, the physically demanding travel and performance schedule of a full-time house show circuit can lead to physical and mental burnout. Consider the constant cycle: fly to a new city, perform, travel to the next city, sleep, and repeat. This continuous routine can take a massive physical and mental toll.

While the rest of the industry is looking at their jet fuel bills and wondering whether frequently going on the road is still the best way to travel, WOW - Women Of Wrestling is once again ahead of the curve, quietly changing the status quo of brand building.

Instead of following the costly path of customer acquisition through live house shows, WOW has pioneered a new wrestling branding blueprint. This model prioritizes televised distribution over ticket-based touring, anchoring the brand in production-friendly, high-traffic tourist destinations.

By focusing exclusively on events filmed for television, WOW reaches 100% of US markets through syndication while keeping its overhead anchored to strategic hubs. This isn't only a different way to run a show; it's a financial fortress that insulates the brand from the unpredictability of the travel industry. While David McLane has stated in the past that live touring remains a long-term aspiration for the company down the road, WOW’s immediate plan of action prioritizes a multi-hub residency strategy.

WOW’s current game plan leverages the unique commercial benefits of three different and distinct markets:

Las Vegas: "Fights At Fremont Street Experience" provides a high-spectacle, outdoor atmosphere that captures the energy of tourists, increasing the production value for televised broadcasts.

Los Angeles: As the permanent home of co-owners Jeanie Buss and David McLane, Los Angeles provides a stable base supported by a deep-rooted presence in the city and a valuable partnership with Paramount SkyDance.

Florida: Looking toward 2027, WOW’s planned expansion into Florida taps into what will be a stronghold state with, as David McLane describes it, a "built-in fan base that is possibly not matched in terms of a statewide appeal", along with a deep talent pool of theme park stunt performers and independent pro-wrestlers.

By centering in these three distinct entertainment capitals, WOW achieves a powerful trio: the spectacles of Las Vegas, the reliable, high-volume tape days of Florida, and the deal-making powerhouse of Los Angeles. This geographic coordination will help WOW continue to scale its brand and deliver high-quality television, regardless of seasonal weather shifts.

While WOW creates its indoor-outdoor model, the rest of the pro-wrestling industry is at a crossroads. One path leads back to the exhausting, high-cost hustle of the road. The other, pioneered by WOW, leads toward a more impactful, sustainable future where the brand itself -not only the tour- is the star. If this model succeeds, the rest of the wrestling world may soon follow the blueprint WOW is writing today.

How World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana Is Succeeding Globally

Japan has always been a hotbed for pro-wrestling, where it has a long and rich history. World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana has become one of the promotions in Japan that is drawing much attention globally, offering a unique and exciting alternative. Founded by former WWWA Champion Kyoko Inoue, Diana features a mix of legends and new-generation talent, making it a promotion that has something for everyone who enjoys women's wrestling. 2026 marks Diana's 15th anniversary, and the promotion has spent the last year executing a global expansion.

At the heart of Diana’s global strategy is its physical presence outside Japan. Last year, the promotion toured Taiwan in 2025, but that was only the beginning of Diana going worldwide. For the first time in history, the promotion will be going to France in July, taking part in Japan Expo, one of the largest Japanese culture festivals in France. Diana will be collaborating with France-based promotion KHAO to present an all-women's show, showcasing top French wrestlers alongside international talent. And as a major milestone, Diana is planning an Asia Women's Pro-Wrestling Tour to take place in January 2027 at the historic Kanda Myojin Hall in Tokyo -a popular cultural and tourist landmark- bringing together top talent from Diana and many other Asian promotions to the heart of Japan.

Part of having a global fanbase is enabling fans to watch the product globally. Diana Live, the promotion's own live streaming service, is continuously growing, with Western subscribers representing a significant, highly active subscriber base. Additionally, the Official International X Account for World Woman Pro Wrestling Diana connects with the English markets inside and outside of Japan to help them grow in visibility, show attendance, and streaming consumption.

Diana's international expansion initiative is also being reflected in its roster. Irish professional wrestler Debbie Keitel (who has been seen in WWE NXT UK) began wrestling for Diana in January 2025 and is managed by them, which shows that Diana is interested in signing and spotlighting talent globally. Keitel has had big opportunities in Diana, becoming W.W.W.D Singles Champion, W.W.W.D Tag Champion, being one of the pro-wrestlers representing Diana during the promotion's tour in Taiwan, and she will also be one of the wrestlers representing Diana at Japan Expo in France.

For the first time in history World Woman Pro Wrestling Diana is coming to France! 🔥🇫🇷🤝🇯🇵🔥

During @japanexpo one of the largest Japanese culture festivals in France, Diana will be represented by Nanami Hatano and Debbie Keitel!

In collaboration with one of France’s most… pic.twitter.com/nPGYjIB91I

— World Woman Pro Wrestling Diana (@W_W_W_Diana) May 6, 2026

Keitel's prominent positioning as a cornerstone of this initiative accomplishes two things. Domestically in Japan, she has a notable platform to showcase her skills to Japanese crowds. Internationally, officially recognized and featured under the Diana banner, Keitel is a primary ambassador for overseas collaborations, bridging the gap between the Japanese wrestling scene and Western fans as a perfect introduction to the internationally-minded Diana.

By combining digital outreach with an innovative talent management system and multinational collaborations, World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana is a great example of how a promotion can thrive globally.

How to Start Your Own Wrestling Promotion

Starting a wrestling promotion is a challenging but potentially rewarding endeavor. It requires passion, dedication, and a solid understanding of the business. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to turn your wrestling promotion dream into reality.

1. Develop a Solid Business Plan:

Define Your Vision: Decide what kind of promotion to create (American, Japanese, lucha libre, British, hardcore/deathmatch, women's wrestling/joshi, or comedy), the target audience (die-hard or casual), and most importantly, what will make your promotion distinct. Decide everything that will make the promotion different from others, and what it will provide fans that other promotions don’t. After you do that, it can be communicated to fans in a clear and concise way.

Market Research: Analyze the local wrestling scene. Identify your competition and potential audience.

Financial Planning: Create a detailed budget, including startup costs, operating expenses, and revenue projections.

Legal Structure: Choose a legal structure for your business (e.g., LLC, sole proprietorship).

Location: Find a venue that works for your budget and show size. Since you're just starting your promotion and don't have an established audience, find a venue that has a capacity of 50 to 100, as opposed to a medium or large venue. Otherwise, the venue will feel empty and drain your operating budget on high rental and staffing costs. Small venues (like black box theaters, community centers, or VFW halls) are significantly cheaper to rent and require less security and staff, protecting your bottom line while you build momentum. Plus, a packed venue of 50 fans can create an electric, energetic atmosphere that translates well to video. In addition, small venues are beneficial to pro-wrestlers, since they are able to connect with fans more easily, and they would prefer to perform in front of a full house than a room full of empty chairs. When your local fanbase grows to consistently sell out your smaller venue, then it will be time for you to scale up to larger spaces.

2. Assemble Your Team:

Partner(s): If you want a partner(s), look for a reliable person who shares your vision, has pro-wrestling industry experience, and complementary skills.

Wrestlers: Find and book wrestlers who are talented, capable of drawing fans, and are a good fit for your promotion.

Referees: Find experienced and reputable referees.

Commentators: Recruit commentators that prioritize focusing on the drama, emotional stakes, and entertainment value of professional wrestling, using their voices to amplify the narratives and reactions, while also utilizing ones that are generally more focused on the action and technical/historical description of a match.

Production Crew: Get a team to handle sound, lighting, and video production.

Security: Stoic individuals often make excellent security professionals for maintaining order and safety at your events. Their core philosophy is focusing on what they can control, remaining calm under pressure, and acting with courage and justice. This approach keeps the fans and talent safe without escalating crowd tension.

3. Secure Funding and Resources:

Startup Capital: Determine how much money you need to launch your promotion. Explore funding options, such as personal savings, loans, or investors.

Equipment: Acquire necessary equipment, including a wrestling ring, sound system, and lighting equipment.

Insurance: Obtain liability insurance to protect your business from potential lawsuits.

Permits, Licenses, and Laws: Obtain any necessary permits and licenses to operate your business. Depending on your location, the state regulates pro-wrestling just like boxing or MMA. You would be responsible for acquiring and paying for state-appointed doctors, securing an ambulance presence on site, posting surety bonds, and paying license fees for every wrestler on the card. Always check state laws.

4. Build Your Brand and Marketing Strategy:

Create a Brand Identity: The brand identity should be unique and make your promotion stand out from the competition. What makes your promotion different from the others? Why should fans come to your shows instead of watching other promotions? For example, I helped BJW (Big Japan Pro-Wrestling) as a columnist when it was one of the first Japanese wrestling companies to make a website to attract the English market outside of Japan. Whether your promotion is being compared to WWE / AEW / WOW or a local independent, there is a reason for a fan to choose yours, and you need to figure out what that reason is. And if you don't believe you have the best promotion in the industry, no one will. Even WWE, AEW, and WOW would be business failures if Triple H, Tony Khan, and David McLane didn't individually believe they are presenting the best product on TV.

Social Media: Learn about leveraging social media to grow your wrestling promotion's fanbase, how to implement social media crisis management, and the importance of responsible social media usage and online safety.

Merchandise: Create and sell merchandise to generate revenue and promote your brand.

5. Plan and Execute Your Event:

Create a Compelling Card: Develop a lineup of matches that will excite your audience.

Promote Your Event: Utilize your marketing strategy to promote your event and sell tickets.

Be Flexible: Be prepared for no-shows due to travel issues and severe personal emergencies. For 12 years, I worked as an assigner for athletic events to hone my skills in organization and logistics. That experience taught me that it's best to have "go to" wrestlers available- wrestlers who are always ready and willing to be booked.

6. Build Relationships and Network:

Wrestlers: After booking a wrestler for an event, request that they inform their followers of their upcoming appearances, which would benefit the wrestler just as much as it would benefit your promotion.

Other Promoters: Cross-promote your events and merchandise to reach a wider audience. A wrestling writer can help you build these relationships.

Local Businesses: Partner with local businesses to publicize your events and cut costs.

7. Stay Organized and Authentic:

Maintain Records: Keep detailed records of your finances, contracts, and event results.

Stay True to Your Values: It's common for a company to change in order to compete with companies that have adapted to a changing industry, but it's possible to be successful while also staying true to your values and your mission.

Continuously Improve: Continuously evaluate your performance and identify areas for improvement.

Other Advice:

Safety First: Prioritize the safety of your wrestlers and attendees.

Professionalism: Maintain a professional image and conduct yourself ethically.

You Get What You Pay For: If you are on a tight budget, you may want to hire wrestlers and staff who are not very experienced and who will likely be low-cost. However, remember that you usually get what you pay for, and they may not be able to produce the same quality of work as someone who is more experienced.

Online promoting: Online promoting tailored to your target audience, combined with tickets at affordable prices, will help you get good crowds. For more information, check out my articles on how to increase attendance at wrestling events and how to promote wrestling events effectively.

Starting a wrestling promotion is a challenging journey that can also be a fulfilling one. By following these steps and staying committed to your vision, you can build a successful and thriving wrestling promotion. And to learn about how wrestling promotions interact with the worlds of ticket sales, merchandise branding, TV rights, streaming, talent relations, technology, and more, check out my ebook/audiobook, "The Business Side of Wrestling: A Look Behind the Curtain". If you want to learn how promotions monetize their streaming content without angering their paying subscribers, why promotions invest heavily in unique documentaries and original programming to drive subscriptions, and what TNA, NJPW, Stardom, and Diana do to carve out valuable niche audiences, read my full industry analysis/overview on my paid subscription Substack by clicking here.

Archive Interview: Valerie E. Wyndham (SoCal Val)

(originally published 11/2/04)

A Florida-based manager who has worked for many indy promotions in the Sunshine State, Valerie E. Wyndham has also worked for TNA, took part in Randy "Macho Man" Savage's wrestling promotion featured on the Internet at MachoMan.com, and works for Women's Extreme Wrestling.

Q: How long have you been involved in the business?

A: 3 fabulous years.

Q: Why did you enter the pro-wrestling industry?

A: I was positively addicted to watching it and after going to a few live shows I realized I loved being around it. There is never a dull moment!

Q: Where did you receive your training to become a ringside manager?

A: When people ask who trained me to become a manager my response is that I learned from the best in the business. The way I learned is mainly by studying tapes. Be it Sherri Martel or Stephanie McMahon, it's crucial to study those who have come before you. As far as professional training goes, I don't think there is a real way to train a manager. Perhaps you could go through the motions, but the most important thing beside the strong desire to learn and perfect your craft, is having that 'it' factor. It cannot be taught. You either have it or you don't.

Q: What do you like the most about being in the business?

A: I love everything about it. There is a lot of drama to go through, especially dealing with the labels that are placed on females, but the feeling of knowing you did a good job and contributed to a show in a positive way makes everything worth it. Sometimes all it takes to motivate you is knowing you made one fan's night.

Q: One of the promotions that you work for is Women's Extreme Wrestling, which presents itself as an alternative form of pro-wrestling, and has a target audience of 21 and older. Do you prefer working for this style of promotion, or do you prefer working for family-oriented promotions?

A: In my case it really doesn't matter much, as I have limits about what I will and will not do. My character is never too risque, so I'm able to work for whomever, wherever with the same approach to entertaining.

Q: Which persona appeals to you the most: Face, Heel, or Tweener?

A: Heel. Wrestling fans are made up mostly of young men, so as a female it's definitely more of a challenge to get the crowd to hate you.

Q: What is your gimmick?

A: It is based primarily on Missy Hyatt's old-school, prissy, "rich bitch" persona.

Q: Whom has been your favorite talent to work with as a manager so far?

A: I have a few favorites such as Scoot Andrews, Steve Corino and Frankie Kazarian. What makes someone a good client is when they genuinely appreciate you and view you as an important part of the match. They use you properly and take the time to present you as something more than just arm candy. The aforementioned gentlemen are a manager's dream to work with.

Q: Whom would you like to ringside manage, that you have not yet done so for?

A: I could give you a mile-long list of who I'd like to manage, but I will narrow it down to Shawn Michaels and/or Triple H. They are my favorites.

Q: You have worked for TNA in the past. Are you interested in returning to TNA, or perhaps working for WWE?

A: I would love to work for either. Both if possible! I had a very positive experience working with TNA. I can definitely see myself having fun there and learning a lot. The same goes for WWE.

Q: What has your involvement been with Randy Savage's website, MachoMan.com?

A: At one time, MachoMan.com featured full wrestling matches you could view online on Randy Savage's website. The tapings were filmed in Tampa, Florida with an awesome looking set and had a great group of people behind it. I managed a tag team from South Florida called "The Vandalz" consisting of Tommy and Ricky Vandal. My experience working so closely with Randy Savage is something I will always remember.

Q: Have you are ever wrestled, or considered doing so?

A: I have had some basic wrestling training and do wrestle occasionally. I enjoy wrestling when I am given the chance but prefer a good catfight or a themed match (Lingerie, Evening Gown, etc.) as opposed to anything too technical.

Q: What do you do in your spare time?

A: Surprisingly enough, I love to shop. I take fashion very seriously and am still modeling professionally.

Q: What is your long-term goal in the business?

A: I'd simply like to be performing to the best of my abilities. Wherever that may be.

Creating a Persona: How to Design a Wrestling Character That Stands Out

In the world of professional wrestling, a memorable character is as important as in-ring prowess. The persona makes a connection with fans and draws them in. Designing a character that stands out requires creativity, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of what makes a character compelling.

Start with a central idea. Is your character realistic, based on fantasy, a comedy character, or something entirely unique?

What drives your character? What are their goals, fears, and desires? This will decide their actions and interactions.

Are you a face, heel, or tweener? This dictates your character's behavior and interactions with the audience and everyone in the ring.

Design a distinct visual appearance that reflects your character's persona. This could include attire, hairstyle, face paint/makeup, the entrance, music, stage presence (a unique walk, gestures, and mannerisms), and props. All of this immediately communicates who you are before the bell even rings.

Develop a backstory that explains your character's motivations and behaviors- this adds depth and complexity to your persona. Create memorable catchphrases and slogans that fans can chant and remember.

Develop signature moves that reflect your character's personality and wrestling style. Define your character's in-ring behavior, including their taunts, gestures, and interactions with the audience. Develop strong mic skills to deliver compelling promos and engage with the audience.

Add subtle details to your character's personality and behavior to create depth and complexity. Allow your character to evolve and grow over time, adapting to new situations and challenges.

Seek feedback from trainers and other wrestlers- there are always wrestlers from an earlier generation available who are willing to give advice to wrestlers who are wise enough to pick their brains. Be open to adapting and adjusting your character based on feedback and audience reactions. Also, while it's important to create a character, it's also important to stay true to yourself and your own personality. Many wrestlers describe their character as being an extension of their true selves.

There are traditional characters that are part of the foundation of storytelling in professional wrestling, such as clean-cut faces, monster heels, anti-heroes, occupation-based, and patriotic. However, avoid evil/savage foreigner characters or gimmicks- although they often were accepted in the 1980s and 1990s, in today's climate, there is a high chance that it would alienate sponsors, draw severe fan backlash, and fail to generate profitable audience engagement. Instead, aim to create a character that is unique and memorable.

Maintain consistency in your character's appearance, behavior, and motivations. And ultimately, your character should be entertaining and engaging for the audience.

By keeping these suggestions in mind, you can create a wrestling character that stands out from the crowd and captivates audiences.