Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP)

The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) is a privately held sports company founded in 1983 and headquartered in the United States. It is the largest and longest-running professional beach volleyball tour in the country. The AVP organizes and operates beach volleyball tournaments, including the AVP Pro Tour, which features some of the world's top beach volleyball players competing for prize money and ranking points. The company also hosts various other events and programs related to beach volleyball, such as clinics, camps, and corporate events. The AVP has a staff of approximately 140 employees and generates revenue through sponsorships, broadcasting rights, and event ticket sales.