Icey Mike Imber & Kimbo Slice Team Up in the Fight Against Autism

    MIAMI BEACH, FL, March 07, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Autism manifests itself in many forms. Generally, Autism is identified as being part of a group of disorders known as autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It is an impairment that affects the way children perceive the world around them. Children with Autism usually have difficulty having normal social interactions and communicating with others.

Currently, it is believed that Autism affects 1 in 110 children and 1 in 70 boys. The saddest part is that there is no cure for Autism and all figures show that Autism prevalence is on the rise. Treating and caring for children with Autism costs the nation over $35 billion each year with that figure expected to rise significantly within the next decade. For these reasons and many more, promoter "Icey" Mike Imber and Pro Boxer, Kevin "Kimbo Slice" Ferguson are teaming up to raise money and awareness for the fight against Autism.

Mike Imber has a reputation for being a master promoter with the type of flare the public gravitates towards. His relentless determination and knowledge of brand building helped transform Kimbo Slice from an underground street fighter to a professional MMA fighter and a house-hold name around the world. Now, "Icey" Mike Imber is pairing up with Kimbo Slice and Kimbo305.com in order to use his fame and recognition to support the fight against Autism.

Personalities and public figures from Miami, Florida have a long history of giving back to the community and contributing to local and national charities. Kimbo Slice hopes to follow in the footsteps of football star and local hero, Dan Marino in his mission to bring awareness to Autism. Through his fame and recognition, Kimbo Slice Ferguson hopes to reach a different fan-base and raise awareness within a younger demographic and a community that is closely connected to the urban/Hip-Hop culture. Check out Kimbo305.com in the upcoming weeks and get all the details on the upcoming charity events and products to be sold with proceeds benefiting the Fight Against Autism.

Kimbo Slice is a professional boxer, MMA fighter, actor and Internet personality. He was called, "King of the Web Brawlers" by Rolling Stone Magazine, referring to his underground street fight videos which became viral YouTube clips. "Icey" Mike Imber is known as the man behind the fighter. He has represented Kimbo Slice through out his career and they continue to lend their names to worthy causes and charities such as the Fight against Autism. Check out Kimbo305.com and MikeImber.com for more information on the upcoming charity and future events to benefit the fight against Autism.

Check out www.Kimbo305.com and www.MikeImber.com for more information on the upcoming charity and future events to benefit the fight against Autism.

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