Tickets to attend either event can be purchased at HatchDetroit.com
May 25, 2022
Submissions for the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest have been received, and the process to narrow down the worthy applicants has officially begun. Now, it is the public’s turn to participate and support entrepreneurs seeking to open the business of their dreams.
Hatch Detroit powered by TechTown Detroit announced today that tickets are now on sale to the public for two major contest events: the Top 10 Reveal Party and the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Hatch Off. Tickets for each event can be purchased individually or bundled for a discounted rate at HatchDetroit.com. All events will be held in-person at the Wayne State Industry Innovation Center across from TechTown.
“With the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, so are the two popular events that allows Detroit to get an up-close, sneak peak of new potential businesses,” said Vittoria Katanski, Hatch Detroit Executive Director. “Both evenings will feature food and entertainment from alumni and provide attendees the opportunity to support an incredible group of aspiring entrepreneurs at the beginning of their journey through their opening and beyond.
“Additionally, the Reveal Party and Hatch Off will also serve as celebrations for 10 years inspiring entrepreneurs to live their dreams and open their doors right here in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park.”
TOP 10 REVEAL PARTY
June 16; 7 p.m. (Doors at 6 p.m.); Wayne State Industry Innovation Center
Hundreds of applications were received for the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, and on July 16 the Top 10 business plans will be revealed. Attendees will meet the 10 semi-finalists and enjoy food and drinks courtesy of Hatch Alumni.
Tickets cost $125 and can be purchased at HatchDetroit.com.
COMERICA HATCH DETROIT CONTEST HATCH OFF
July 21; 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.); Wayne State Industry Innovation Center
The final four contestants will have a chance to make one last pitch in front of a panel of judges and attendees at the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Hatch Off. A winner will be crowned and receive the $100,000 Grand Prize, courtesy of Comerica Bank. Tickets cost $25 and can be purchased at HatchDetroit.com.
Those interested in attending both events can purchase tickets at a special, bundled price of $130.
KEY COMERICA HATCH DETROIT DATES:
June 16: Top 10 announced – Top 10 Reveal Party at Wayne State Industry Innovation Center
June 17: Public Voting begins
June 23: Top 10 voting ends
June 24: Top 4 announced and voting begins
June 30: Top 4 voting ends
July 21: Winner announced at Comerica Hatch Detroit Hatch Off at Wayne State Industry Innovation Center