Avis Roper
Board Member
A Bit About Me
Avis Roper is a veteran communications executive with nearly three decades of experience leading public relations, crisis management, and strategic planning efforts across the sports and media industries. His career spans some of the most high-profile environments in professional football, including leadership roles with the NFL, FOX Sports, the Indianapolis Colts, the New York Giants, St. Louis Rams and Carolina Panthers.
At the NFL, Avis played a strategic role in shaping communications for Football Development and Football Operations, specifically amplifying Flag Football and NFL Career Tours. During his time at FOX Sports, he led public relations strategy for Super Bowl LIV, working closely with Pro Football Hall of Fame talent. He also served as PR Director for the Colts for seven years and spent 13 years with the Giants, contributing significantly to their communications success.
Avis is known for crafting impactful messaging and leading communication strategies in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. His extensive background gives him a unique perspective on the intersection of media, sports, and business.
He recently launched Sports Bridge Consulting Agency, a solutions-focused firm that connects sports and business through strategic consulting, partnership development, and storytelling. The agency’s mission is to close the gap between industries—building valuable partnerships that drive growth, opportunity, and long-term success for athletes, organizations, and brands.