Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami President & CEO takes the mic at Kaseya Center, succeeding the legendary Michael "Mike B" Baiamonte and ushering in a bold new era of game-night energy
MIAMI, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Miami HEAT today announced Gale Nelson, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami, as the new public address announcer and official Voice of the HEAT. Nelson steps into one of the most iconic seats in professional sports beginning with the 2026–27 season.
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