Bears Hiring Announcement
2023-01-12 · Kevin Warren, Commissioner, Big Ten Conference (Big Ten)
Warren was named Chicago Bears President & CEO, leaving the Big Ten after just three years - his shortest tenure at any organization. The $7B media deal and USC/UCLA expansion gave him leverage for the position.
What he said
I am honored and recognize the responsibility bestowed upon me to lead the Chicago Bears during this exciting and pivotal time for the franchise. I look forward to building on the rich tradition that started with George Halas and connecting with the unique and vibrant fanbase in Chicago.
I join the Chicago Bears with gratitude and drive to carry out and build upon the legacy and spirit of this founding franchise and my predecessors. This is a franchise that is respected in all of professional sports, and I am humbled to be selected as the next President & CEO of the Chicago Bears.
The fact-check
- "I am honored and recognize the responsibility bestowed upon me to lead the Chicago Bears during this exciting and pivotal time for the franchise." — Rhetoric
- Standard hiring announcement language. Neither true nor false - aspirational framing.
- "I look forward to building on the rich tradition that started with George Halas and connecting with the unique and vibrant fanbase in Chicago." — Rhetoric
- Standard relationship-building language. Will be tested by whether Warren respects fan attachment to Soldier Field.