Phil Davis

Phil Davis

Keynote Speaker: Accomplished Light Heavyweight Fighter in Mixed Martial Arts

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Phil Davis Biography

Phil Davis is recognized as one of the most accomplished light heavyweight fighters in the history of mixed martial arts, with a professional record of 25-8-0 across three of the sport's leading organizations. Before his professional MMA career, Davis gained athletic recognition as a wrestler for Penn State University, where he became an NCAA Division I champion. He finished in fifth place nationally in the 197-pound weight class as a junior before winning the 197-pound NCAA title the following year, compiling an overall wrestling record of 116-20 and earning four-time NCAA Division I All-American honors. This championship-level wrestling background became the foundation of his MMA skill set.

Davis began his professional mixed martial arts career by compiling a 4-0 record in regional promotions across the United States before signing with Ultimate Fighting Championship. He made his UFC debut against Brian Stann at UFC 109, winning by unanimous decision, and later defeated Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 112 via first-round submission, handing Gustafsson his first professional loss. Davis's nickname, "Mr. Wonderful," was established after his fight against Tim Boetsch at UFC 123, where he won by a one-handed modified kimura submission, later named the "Mr. Wonderful." He earned Submission of the Night and Submission of the Year honors for this performance. Davis achieved success as a top-five light heavyweight contender in UFC, finishing his tenure with a record of 9-3 (1).

After his final fight in UFC, Davis signed with Bellator MMA. He debuted as a participant in Bellator's one-night Light Heavyweight tournament at Bellator MMA & Glory: Dynamite 1, defeating Emanuel Newton by kimura submission. Davis became the Bellator MMA light heavyweight world champion after defeating Liam McGeary. He remained a leading competitor in the division, including a split decision victory over Yoel Romero at Bellator 266, with all media outlets scoring the fight in his favor.

Following the merger of PFL and Bellator MMA, Davis joined the PFL roster as one of the former Bellator champions. He was announced as a participant in the PFL Light Heavyweight Tournament, where he defeated Rob Wilkinson by knockout in the second round of the first round of the PFL World Tournament. Throughout his career, Davis has demonstrated notable durability, never having been knocked out or submitted, underscoring his defensive skills and athleticism. Beyond his achievements in the cage, Davis has advocated for fighter rights, including filing a class action antitrust lawsuit alleging that UFC's practices negatively impacted non-UFC fighters' ability to secure fair wages. Davis's career across major MMA organizations and his advocacy efforts position him as a credible voice in the sport of mixed martial arts.

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What topics does Phil Davis speak about?

Phil Davis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Martial Arts, Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Motivational and Inspirational.

Where does Phil Davis travel from?

Phil Davis generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Phil Davis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Martial Arts, Health & Wellness and Nutrition. The estimated speaking fee range to book Phil Davis for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Phil Davis generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Laurie Hernandez, Melanie Whelan and Kory Puderbaugh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Phil Davis for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 28/04/2026.
  • How do I book Phil Davis to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Phil Davis for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Phil Davis, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Phil Davis or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Phil Davis for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Phil Davis, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Phil Davis, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Phil Davis speak about?

    Phil Davis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Martial Arts, Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Motivational and Inspirational.
  • Where does Phil Davis travel from?

    Phil Davis generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Phil Davis?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Phil Davis for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Phil Davis for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Phil Davis or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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