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Kenny Florian, affectionately known as “Ken-Flo,” is a former world-class mixed martial artist turned successful entrepreneur, broadcaster, and motivational speaker. A Boston College graduate and UFC veteran who competed in four weight divisions, Kenny built his career on adaptability, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence. He reached the pinnacle of his sport, challenging for UFC titles in both the lightweight and featherweight divisions, and earned 12 of his 14 professional victories by finish—living up to his trademark mantra: “I finish fights.”
But Kenny’s influence reaches far beyond the Octagon.
After retiring in 2011, he quickly became one of the most respected voices in sports broadcasting, serving as an analyst for ESPN, UFC Tonight on FOX Sports, and BattleBots on ABC and Discovery. He is also the co-host of The Anik & Florian Podcast, a top-rated program known for its insight, integrity, and humor.
As a business owner and coach, Kenny has applied the same principles that fueled his fighting career—mental toughness, adaptability, preparation, and leadership—to building successful martial arts academies and mentoring the next generation. His approach to growth and performance resonates far beyond sports, offering valuable lessons for organizations seeking to build resilient teams, foster high performance, and cultivate a winning mindset.
Today, Kenny shares his powerful story and hard-earned insights with corporate audiences across industries—delivering dynamic keynotes on leadership under pressure, embracing change, achieving peak performance, and the mindset required to thrive in high-stakes environments.
Kenny Florian, affectionately known as “Ken-Flo,” is a former world-class mixed martial artist turned successful entrepreneur, broadcaster, and motivational speaker. A Boston College graduate and UFC veteran who competed in four weight divisions, Kenny built his career on adaptability, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence. He reached the pinnacle of his sport, challenging for UFC titles in both the lightweight and featherweight divisions, and earned 12 of his 14 professional victories by finish—living up to his trademark mantra: “I finish fights.”
But Kenny’s influence reaches far beyond the Octagon.
After retiring in 2011, he quickly became one of the most respected voices in sports broadcasting, serving as an analyst for ESPN, UFC Tonight on FOX Sports, and BattleBots on ABC and Discovery. He is also the co-host of The Anik & Florian Podcast, a top-rated program known for its insight, integrity, and humor.
As a business owner and coach, Kenny has applied the same principles that fueled his fighting career—mental toughness, adaptability, preparation, and leadership—to building successful martial arts academies and mentoring the next generation. His approach to growth and performance resonates far beyond sports, offering valuable lessons for organizations seeking to build resilient teams, foster high performance, and cultivate a winning mindset.
Today, Kenny shares his powerful story and hard-earned insights with corporate audiences across industries—delivering dynamic keynotes on leadership under pressure, embracing change, achieving peak performance, and the mindset required to thrive in high-stakes environments.