The American Association of Professional Baseball (AAPB) and JDP, a leader in comprehensive background screening and services, is thrilled to announce a new strategic partnership beginning with the 2025 season. This collaboration aims to enhance the safety and integrity of the league by providing advanced, modern screening solutions, and continuous monitoring services.
Under the partnership, JDP will offer comprehensive screening technologies to the AAPB, including biometrically verified identity-based criminal background checks, international screening, continuous monitoring, and social media analysis. These services are designed to ensure that all levels of the AAPB from players to coaches to administrative personnel are upheld to the highest standards of trust and care.
“The American Association is committed to being the gold standard among MLB Partner Leagues and that means setting the highest expectations for safety, character, and accountability,” said Joshua Schaub, Commissioner of the AAPB. “This partnership with JDP isn’t just a checkbox, it’s an essential tool we will use year-round, from vetting potential team owners and front office hires to ensuring player eligibility and monitoring off-field conduct. It gives us the infrastructure to protect our league, our fans and our future.”
JDP’s technology-driven screening solutions are specifically designed to meet the dynamic needs of the AAPB, and their comprehensive service will cover every aspect of the league’s extensive ecosystem
“JDP is proud to partner with the American Association of Professional Baseball,” said Eric Bronack, President of JDP. “We are eager to use our technology and deep expertise to support sports organizations in creating secure and positive environments for their athletes, personnel and communities. We are excited to bring our solutions to the AAPB and contribute to the league’s legacy of trust and excellence.”
The partnership was brokered by SRS Partners, the exclusive sponsorship sales agency for the American Association.
ABOUT JDP
JDP is a technology company and screening agency offering a range of solutions designed to enhance safety and trust in various industries. With a focus on accuracy, security, and compliance, JDP specializes in offering proactive protection to high-risk communities from youth sports to healthcare and beyond.
ABOUT THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION
The American Association of Professional Baseball (www.aabaseball.com) and (www.aabaseball.tv) is a Major League Baseball Partner League that operates in nine states and one Canadian province. Formed in 2006, the league consists of twelve member clubs with many beginning play in 1993. Through the 2024 season, 450 player contracts have been transferred to MLB organizations. In addition, 57 AAPB alumni have reached the Majors, including 19 participating in 2024.
ABOUT SRS PARTNERS
SRS Partners, founded by Seth Frankenthal, focuses on properties, brands, and rightsholder negotiations. As the exclusive agency of the AAPB, SRS Partners has led all league sponsorships since 2021. For more information, visit www.srspartners.com or contact Sponsorship@srspartners.com
