Abou Thiam

About

Business executive and talent manager who is recognized for having served as Def Jam's vice president of A&R. He is also known for representing the business interests of rapper and hip hop mogul Kanye West.

Before Fame

In his youth he had dreams of becoming a music artist, but later realized his talent for artist administration.

Trivia

He was an executive producer for the 2011 Jay-Z and Kanye West collaborative album Watch the Throne.

Family Life

He is the brother of singer and producer Akon. 

Associated With

Early in his career he had the opportunity to work with Lady Gaga and T-Pain.