Connecting the World to the Opportunities in Detroit & Michigan
The Detroit Hat Trick website is a resource for existing companies, entrepreneurs and investors to learn about the exciting opportunities that exist in Michigan and the City of Detroit. There are compelling reasons that Detroit and other cities in Michigan are some of the top locations in the United States for Startup technology and global and national companies to locate and open an office.
DHT - SET Conference
The Sports, eSports and Technology (SET) Conference 2018 is a new event being planned during December 27-30, 2018. The goal will be to develop a world class yearly event that will showcase Sports, Esports, Technology and the amazing growth and investment that has been made in the The Detroit District and target both the global Esports, sports technology, and sports tourism markets. Current Activity The DHT- SET 2018 is partnering with an existing youth hockey tournament that has aligned their tournament with the Michigan Amateur Hockey Association (MAHA). This hockey tournament is estimated to have over 40,000 in attendance and will have teams, players, coaches, families and sports vendors coming in from all over the world. The DHT- SET 2018 is planning additional activities and events for the youth hockey tournament attendees and building a overall event that will engage more local, state, national and global stakeholders. This includes a eSports tournament, hockey, sports fan fest experience, Celebrity Hockey Charity Game and Gala, and tech conference and job fair. The goal is to develop a yearly hospitality event for Detroit capitalizing on the best downtown combination of sports, entertainment and convention venues modeled after great events like SXSW. Each March for more than three decades, SXSW has welcomed the world’s most interesting thought leaders to Austin for an unparalleled mix of industry conferences, trade shows, and festivals. The event transforms the city into a global mecca for creative professionals and cements Austin’s reputation as a thriving, innovative metropolis. The impact of the 2017 SXSW’s 31st official event increased 7% to $348.6 million (compared to $325.3 million in 2016).
DETROIT HAT TRICK
SPORTS eSPORTS TECH
December 27 - 30, 2018
The Detroit Hat Trick is an opportunity for companies, non-profits and individuals to participate in a new major Esports, sports, entertainment and technology event for Detroit and Michigan.
The event is being modeled to have a significant economic impact on the local economy and spotlight Detroit as the Entertainment Capital of the World.
Esports Tournament
Celebrity Hockey Charity Game at Little Caesars Arena (The Little Caesars Arena date is pending Detroit Red Wings and Pistons scheduling. Additional backup ice hockey arenas are being evaluated for availability.)
Fan Festival with Next Generation VR, eSports & Gaming
Sports, Entertainment, Tech Expo & Job Fair
"Guinness World Record Attempt" Largest Hockey Tournament
Awards Celebrity Gala Honoring Individuals & Companies Contributing to the Economic Growth and Social Impact for Detroit and Michigan
Fundraiser to Benefit Local, State and National Non-Profit Organizations Focused on: Economic Development Education Homelessness Job Training Start Ups Veterans Youth Sports
Fundraiser
A portion of sales from event sponsorship, tickets to events, exhibitors and Detroit Hat Trick merchandise will be distributed to participating organizations. Details of this program are in the process of being finalized.
Detroit Hat Trick The Detroit Hat Trick featuring the:
Celebrity Hockey Charity Game - Detroit All-Stars vrs. Hollywood Hat Trick All-Stars
One Hockey "Guinness World Record Attempt" Youth Hockey Tournament with support from MAHA - Michigan Amateur Hockey Association
Fan Festival that provides new sports technology experiences in AR, eSports and opportunity to meet the professional, college and associations sports teams.
Tech Expo and Job Fair to showcase new technologies and connect companies to great talent
VIP Party with Detroit and Hollywood Sports, Business, Technology Community Leaders.
Awards Gala and Banquet honoring Detroit, Michigan, and Global Business Leaders that have contributed to the development of City of Detroit and Michigan.
Entertainment Hackathon
Investor Wealth Builders Series - Startup Pitch Competition
About Hollywood Hat Trick
HHT creates Sports Travel Destination events that generate economic development for the community and provide programs for organizations to raise funds for non-profits on a local, state and national level.
Previous HHT non-profit event beneficiaries have included Toys For Tots, Minnesota Sports Association, and Mariucci Inner City Hockey Association.
The celebrity teams are comprised of current and alumni professional players and Hollywood celebrities that play hockey and other sports, in addition to celebrity players from the community comprised of professional sports alumni, film, TV, sports, political and business celebrity players.
Celebrity Hockey Charity Game & Fan Festival at Little Caesars Arena (Little Caesars Arena game date pending Detroit Red Wings and Pistons schedule) (Verbal commitments from Detroit Red Wing Alumni and Hollywood Celebrity team invitations) Sports, Entertainment, Tech Expo & Job Fair (Acquiring Cobo Center and other Detroit location proposals) "Guinness World Record Attempt" Largest Hockey Tournament (Over 400 teams registered, 30 Michigan Ice Rinks, Vendors signed, MAHA promotions started )
Event Locations
The District Detroit
The District Detroit is a world-class sports and entertainment development—50 blocks, six theaters, five neighborhoods, four teams—one big win for Detroit. The new home of the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons. The District Detroit – home to the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Pistons and Detroit Lions – the greatest density of professional sports teams in one downtown core in the country. The District Detroit will ultimately account for a total economic impact of more than $2 billion and create more than 12,500 construction and construction-related jobs in addition to 1,100 permanent jobs.
Celebrity Hockey Game & Fan Fest Little Caesars Arena 2645 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Tech Expo & Job Fair Cobo Center 1 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
"Guinness World Record Attempt" Most Teams For OneHockey Youth Hockey Tournament Support from MAHA - Michigan Amateur Hockey Association 700 Teams 40,000 Players, Coaches, Family Members 30 Michigan Ice Hockey Rinks