AVANCE at L'ATTITUDE

AVANCE at L'ATTITUDE

September 12-15, 2024

San Diego, CA

Join us for AVANCE’s inaugural event, being held September 12th -15th, 2024, in San Diego, CA., and experience the largest gathering of sports professionals, companies, athletes, agents, and investors focused on harnessing the power of Latinos in sports.

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ABOUT  AVANCE

The Association for the Advancement of Latinos in Sports (AVANCE) is a member-based 501(c)(6) non-profit business organization with a mission to advance the success and economic power of Latinos in the sports industry. Membership is open to individuals currently employed by or who own businesses in the sports industry, students interested in a sports career, and corporations supporting the AVANCE mission.

AVANCE envisions a global sports industry that achieves maximum potential when Latinos thrive and participate at all levels

AVANCE ACHIEVES
ITS MISSION BY

Advocacy and Development

Latinos significantly drive audience and revenue growth in the sports industry, benefiting the sports economy across ownership, management, administration, media, coaching, fan engagement, on-field talent, and related services

Data & Education

AVANCE serves as an educational resource for the sports industry by providing data and information about the increasing impact of Latinos on sports.

Networking
& Mentorships

AVANCE organizes events and conferences where members and stakeholders come together to share information, build connections, engage with mentors and conduct business.

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Professional

Designed for Latinos currently employed in the sports industry. Whether you’re working in management, coaching, marketing, media, or any other sector of the sports world

Student

Designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the sports industry. Whether you’re studying sports management, journalism, marketing, or any other relevant field.

ATHLETE

Access to wealth building networks and business mentors in real estate, angel investing, and other commercial sectors

CORPORATE

Companies and corporations committed to supporting AVANCE’S mission of advancing opportunities for Latinos in the sports industry can join as corporate members

ADVISORY BOARD

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

GARY ACOSTA

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

NELY GALAN

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

GERSSON ROSAS

SVP of Basketball Ops NY Knicks
The NBA’s first Latino President and General Manager of Basketball Operations

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At AVANCE, our team is united by a shared passion for empowering Latino professionals in sports. We bring diverse skills and perspectives to our work, driving positive change and promoting excellence within the industry

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Our contact

info@avancesports.org

(858) 622-9046

2375 Northside Drive, Suite 360,
San Diego, CA 92108

FAQs

FAQs

What is AVANCE?

AVANCE® is the Association for the Advancement of Latinos in Sports trademark, a member-based 501(c)(6) non-profit business organization dedicated to advancing professional and economic opportunities for Latinos in the sports industry.

What is AVANCE’s mission?

AVANCE’s mission is to advance professional and economic opportunities for Latinos in the sports industry. This is achieved through advocacy, research, education, networking, and mentorship opportunities.

Who are the leaders of AVANCE?

AVANCE was founded by Gary Acosta, the co-founder of NAHREP and L’ATTITUDE, two of America’s most prominent Latino business organizations. A world-class board of advisors that includes leading sports industry leaders and executives guides AVANCE’s strategic plan.

How can I join AVANCE?

You can join AVANCE by visiting our website at avancesports.com and selecting the membership type that fits your status.

How can I join AVANCE?

You can join AVANCE by visiting our website at avancesports.com and selecting the membership type that fits your status.

What are the benefits of joining AVANCE?

Depending on the membership type, members receive a wide range of benefits, including access to conferences, valuable industry data, reports, insights, wealth-building networks, and exclusive networking. Additionally, membership supports AVANCE’s research and advocacy initiatives.

What kind of events does AVANCE host?

AVANCE hosts networking events and conferences that allow members to make connections, learn directly from industry leaders, and share information.

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