Our Company
True Bare Knuckle (TRUBK) is established as an LLC with its headquarters located in the vibrant state of Florida. The ownership structure of our company comprises a distinguished and diverse group of individuals and organizations who play a crucial role in our operations and growth. Prominent among them are Ken Shamrock, a legendary figure in the combat sports industry and Land Farm Game, renowned for their expertise in gaming and business development.
Our founders form a formidable team consisting of industry experts, private equity investors, and individuals with significant investments in the gaming and sports sectors. Their collective experience and insights are invaluable to the success of our company.
Our Mission
TRUBK (True Bare Knuckle) is dedicated to bringing authenticity, grit, and raw competition back to combat sports. We are more than a league—we are a movement to redefine bare-knuckle fighting, focusing on honor, discipline, and real-world toughness. At TRUBK, fighters step into the ring with nothing but skill and determination, embodying the true spirit of combat.
Why Bare-Knuckle?
Bare-knuckle fighting is not new—it is one of the oldest forms of combat sports. At TRUBK, we’re bringing it back to the forefront of the fighting world, focusing on the purity of hand-to-hand combat. Without the gloves, the skill, technique, and endurance of the fighter take center stage. It’s raw, real, and an ultimate test of a fighter’s will.
Resources
Richard Torres
Richard Torres is an attorney at Goodwin Law Real Estate Industry group. He specializes in real estate private investment funds and also provides advice to clients in the sports industry. Before joining Goodwin, Richard was Vice-President of Legal & Business Affairs for Leverage Agency, LLC. He has worked at several law firms in New York, where he gained expertise in sports and entertainment law, particularly in combat sports and pay-per-view distribution of live sporting events. Richard has worked on major pay-per-view boxing matches, including those involving Floyd Mayweather, Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.
In March 2021, Richard became a member of the Board of Trustees of Kean University. His appointment was nominated by Kean University President Lamont Repollet and New Jersey State Senator Nicholas Scutari, and ratified by the New Jersey State Senate. Richard is also a member of the New York State Bar Association and Practicing Attorneys for Law Students, a nonprofit organization that mentors minority law students in the New York area.
Christopher Gilmore
Christopher Gilmore is a highly experienced stage manager in the boxing industry, currently employed at NBCU PBC Boxing. With over 30 years of experience, Christopher serves as the Stage Manager and Fighter Operations Manager for live boxing shows across various networks at NBCU. He has held this position since March 2015. Additionally, Christopher holds the position of Head of Fighter Operations for Premier Boxing Champions on Fox Sports, a role he has held since December 2018.
Prior to his tenure at NBCU, Christopher worked as a Production Stage Manager for NBCUniversal Media, LLC at the Stamford Media Center. Joining the company in August 2011, he served as the Lead Stage Manager for shows such as the Maury Povich Show and the Steve Wilkos Show. Christopher also has an extensive history with Showtime Networks Inc., where he worked as the Lead Stage Manager for Championship Boxing for the past 32 years, starting in January 1992. Additionally, he worked as a Production Stage Manager for BET Networks from August 2002 to December 2014.
Bob Gordan
Director & CEO Bob Gordon FilmsBob has shot somewhere in the region of 1260 commercials in 42 countries and is honored; his work is on display in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Bob started in the film business working for his father, who ran an ad agency and television station. As a teenager, he shot films for sports and news shows for the station. He also worked doing fashion stills photography for advertising. What a way to learn business!
He went on to graduate with a Juris Doctor degree as a lawyer. After graduating from law school, Bob returned to his true passion for filmmaking. First, as a casting director and then teaching acting workshops for commercials. After that, he worked as a Line Producer and ultimately ran his own production company in New York.
Bob then opened a creative service company where he was Creative Director, Director, and Cinematographer for 80 International and National commercials.
He won the first global Heineken campaign with his "Taste the World, Taste Heineken" concept. This campaign launched the director phase of Bob's career.
Bob received the highest film industry recognition when Eastman Kodak chose him to create, direct and shoot a movie to show how great a film can look. The result is "Film the Difference," which Kodak is displaying throughout the world in venues including the Cannes Film Festival.
The TRUBK Experience:
TRUBK is more than just a fight—it’s an experience. Fans can expect high-energy events, unmatched entertainment, and intense battles between some of the world’s toughest fighters. Every event is an opportunity to witness real combat at its finest.
Join Us:
Whether you’re a fighter looking to prove your mettle, or a fan of no-nonsense combat sports, TRUBK offers a thrilling, authentic experience that you won’t find anywhere else. Follow us for updates, events, and exclusive content.
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