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Sponsor Michelle Waterson

Athlete (retired)
Karate - Jackson Wink MMA Academy
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About Michelle Waterson — retired Ultimate Fighting Championship karate athlete

Michelle Waterson is a UFC veteran and two-time black belt whose brand blends elite combat-sports credibility with authentic lifestyle storytelling. From martial-arts training and competition to business ownership, real estate, and food-focused content, she offers sponsors a strong mix of performance, personality, and built-in audience trust.


Why you should sponsor me for your next influencer campaign?

 Michelle is the #11-ranked Strawweight fighter in the UFC and a professional Actress.

Overview

🎂40
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👩Female
📍AlbuquerqueNew MexicoUnited States

Is Retired

Mixed Martial Arts (Mma)

Jackson Wink MMA Academy

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April 8, 2026

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March 19, 2026

Fitness & PerformanceFood & DrinkHome & Interior DesignApparelFitnessMartial ArtsCookingReal EstateTravelPhotography

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Social Media Deal

1 post & 1 story with the Michelle Waterson promoting your product.

$50,000
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Brand Ambassador Deal

Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.

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Appearance Deal

Have Michelle Waterson make a live appearance at your next event

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Brands can sponsor Michelle Waterson on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Michelle Waterson's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.

Michelle Waterson is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.

According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor Michelle Waterson starts at $50,000 for a social media post, $75,000 for a appearance and $450,000 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.

According to OpenSponsorship, Michelle Waterson's audience includes 1.5M+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Food & Drink, Home & Interior Design, Apparel, Fitness, and more, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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Michelle Waterson to fight Karolina Kowalkiewicz on March 30 - ESPN

March 30, 2026

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Michelle Waterson-Gomez and Joshua Gomez combined net worth in 2026: Earnings, endorsements, lifestyle, a - The Times of India

May 27, 2026

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Inside The Numbers: Michelle Waterson Vs. Angela Hill | UFC On ESPN+ 35 Pre-fight Facts Mallorca Vs Villarreal (HMJPcYCATm) - Mshale

June 10, 2026

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Fighters on the Rise | UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs Vallejos - UFC.com

March 10, 2026

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VanZant, Waterson make weight for UFC Sacramento - theScore

June 20, 2026

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Legendary UFC Title Fight Gets Hall of Fame Nod in Historic UFC 326 Announcement - Sports Illustrated

March 8, 2026

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