Association for the Advancement of Latinos in Sports

The Association for the Advancement of Latinos in Sports (AVANCE) is a non-profit business organization with a mission to advance the success and economic mobility of Latinos in the sports industry. Network participation is open to individuals currently employed or who own businesses in the sports industry, students interested in a career in sports, and corporations that support the AVANCE mission.

AN AVANCE ORGINAL

AVANCE Sports 4-Part Documentary | Official Trailer

MOVING FORWARD

Empowering Latinos in Sports

At AVANCE, we believe in the power of community to drive change. Our network brings together professionals, students, and organizations united by a common goal: to elevate the presence and influence of Latinos in every aspect of the sports industry. By joining our network, you're not just gaining access to valuable resources—you're becoming part of a movement that's shaping the future of sports.

Take the first step towards advancing your career and contributing to the growth of Latino leadership in sports by joining our network.

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ADVISORY BOARD

Guiding the Future of Latino Excellence in Sports

GARY ACOSTA

Founder/CEO
Co-founder of NAHREP and L’ATTITUDE, two of the largest Latino business organizations in America

LISA GUERRERO

Advisory Board Member
Best selling author, journalist, Co-host of the Best Damn Sports Show, first female sideline reporter for MNF

OMAR MINAYA

Advisory Board Member
Senior Advisor, Baseball Operations New York Yankees, former GM of the Montreal Expos, First Latino General Manager of an MLB franchise

EARL WATSON

Advisory Board Member
FOX sports commentator, former NBA player, former Head Coach of the Phoenix Suns, and first Latino coach in the NBA

NELY GALAN

Advisory Board Member
Self-made media mogul and author who launched ESPN Latin America, among several other networks

GERSSON ROSAS

Advisory Board Member
SVP of Basketball Ops NY KnicksThe NBA’s first Latino President and General Manager of Basketball Operations

JOSUE NAPA

Advisory Board Member
Vice president and Head of Finance for the Brooklyn NETS

OUR PARTNERS

Together, Building a Stronger Future for Latinos in Sports

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ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF LATINOS IN SPORTS
2375 Northside Drive, Suite 360,
San Diego, CA 92108
(858) 622-9046 | info@avancesports.org