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Since bursting onto the music scene during the blog era, rapper Big Sean’s name has become synonymous with the city of Detroit.
Big Sean Accepts Front Office Role With The Pistons
With Big Sean being one of the biggest icons in the D since Big Meech, he is partnering with his hometown basketball team, the Detroit Pistons. The NBA team is bringing the rap star into its front office. He will assume the role of Creative Director of Global Experience.
Per an exclusive from Boardroom, the role will place Big Sean at “The center of the Pistons’ creative vision, community engagement, and international fan strategy, building on recent global initiatives while reinforcing Detroit’s cultural identity on a global stage.
After Big Sean was named to the position, he talked about how excited he is for the “Iconic” opportunity to continue “building” with the Pistons.
“Been building with the Pistons for the last few years and it’s been a dream,” the rapper wrote in a social media post. “From winning an Emmy together to designing city edition jerseys worn in game, and other pieces of incredible merch, while also linking local designers and creatives with the Pistons to collaborate, and tying in the community. This new level of working in the front office of this iconic team means a lot. It’s on!”
He also talked about how he wants to continue “opening doors” for creatives in the city.
“Detroit has always been rich with talent and culture, and my mission is to keep opening doors and hiring our city’s creatives to shine alongside one of the most iconic franchises in sports,” he added. “I’m grateful to the Pistons for trusting me to help define what the culture of Detroit Basketball really means.”
Big Sean could not have picked a better time to partner with the franchise. As one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, the Pistons look primed for a deep playoff run.
