Dana White has been a polarizing figure in the world of mixed martial arts since taking over the company nearly nine years ago. He is the man usually credited with the sport's rapid growth and has also been tagged as a potential hindrance as MMA continues to march towards mainstream acceptance.

The outspoken president of the UFC sat down with Sherdog.com's Greg Savage for an exclusive interview in which he discusses his future plans and some of the important issues facing his burgeoning company.