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$100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown returns to find Detroit's next winning brick-and-mortar small business

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

DETROIT, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and TechTown Detroit are gearing up for the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, a small business competition that awards $100,000 in startup funding from Comerica Bank to one winning entrepreneur seeking to open a Detroit brick-and-mortar storefront. The competition, first launched in 2011, bolsters small business development in Detroit and will take place over the next four months, announcing this year's winning business in the spring.

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  • DETROIT, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and TechTown Detroit are gearing up for the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, a small business competition that awards $100,000 in startup funding from Comerica Bank to one winning entrepreneur seeking to open a Detroit brick-and-mortar storefront.
  • The competition, first launched in 2011, bolsters small business development in Detroit and will take place over the next four months, announcing this year's winning business in the spring.
  • "A true amalgamation of the American dream, the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest go steps beyond financial investment and directly supports these small business owners by providing vital access to capital, technical guidance and business counsel for them to thrive."
  • Comerica was founded in 1849 in Detroit during a time when all banks in the city were exclusive to the business community.

Bouncing Around The Motor City wins $100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

DETROIT, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The results are in! Bouncing Around The Motor City has been named the winner of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown, claiming the $100,000 grand prize from Comerica Bank to open the brick-and-mortar business of their dreams in Detroit.

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  • Bouncing Around The Motor City has been named the winner of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown , claiming the $100,000 grand prize from Comerica Bank to open the brick-and-mortar business of their dreams in Detroit.
  • Bouncing Around The Motor City plans to open its storefront in a rehabilitated building in Detroit's Bethune community.
  • "The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest has showcased time and again the incredible entrepreneurial spirit that thrives in this city, and Bouncing Around The Motor City's success serves as a testament to the perseverance and determination of its founder.
  • The 10 semifinalists of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest were announced to the public for voting in early April.

Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Reveals Top Four Finalists

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

DETROIT, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The public has cast their votes and, after a tight race, the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown is ready to announce the four entrepreneurial teams advancing to the final stage of the competition, which includes another round of public voting and the opportunity to compete at the Hatch Off on April 26.

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  • "TechTown understands that the public's vote in the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest means empowering the community to shape the future they want to see.
  • The four businesses vying to take home the crown and $100,000 in this year's Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest are:
    Bouncing Around The Motor City: Detroit's premier one-stop shop for balloons, decor, event planning and party rentals.
  • With this year's investment, Comerica Bank and the Comerica Charitable Foundation will have committed nearly $1 million to Hatch Detroit since Comerica's partnership began in 2012.
  • The winner of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest will be chosen through a combination of the public's vote and judges' deliberations.

Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest unveils 2023 Top 10 semifinalists

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

DETROIT, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The results are in! The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown, the small business competition responsible for launching some of the city's most popular neighborhood storefronts, is excited to reveal its Top 10 semifinalists. These businesses are now in the running to win $100,000 in startup funds from Comerica Bank and make their dream of owning a brick-and-mortar Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park storefront a reality.

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  • The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown , the small business competition responsible for launching some of the city's most popular neighborhood storefronts, is excited to reveal its Top 10 semifinalists.
  • With this year's investment, Comerica Bank and the Comerica Charitable Foundation will have committed nearly $1 million to Hatch Detroit since Comerica's partnership began in 2012.
  • Below are the top 10 businesses competing to win the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest:
    Bouncing Around The Motor City: Detroit's premier one-stop shop for balloons, decor, event planning and party rentals.
  • The winner of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest will be chosen through a combination of the public's vote and judges' deliberations.

$100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown opens applications, seeks Detroit's next winning brick-and-mortar small business

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

DETROIT, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and TechTown Detroit announce the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown, which awards $100,000 in startup funds from Comerica Bank to an entrepreneur seeking to open a brick-and-mortar space in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park. The competition promotes small business economic development and will take place over the next four months, with the crowning of this year's winner in the spring.

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  • DETROIT, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and TechTown Detroit announce the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown, which awards $100,000 in startup funds from Comerica Bank to an entrepreneur seeking to open a brick-and-mortar space in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park.
  • "Hatch Detroit has left a lasting impact on Detroit's economic revitalization by bolstering the entrepreneurial spirit, rewarding innovation and promoting small business development.
  • In 2022, TechTown Detroit and Hatch Detroit entered a partnership that integrated Hatch Detroit into TechTown's suite of entrepreneurial programs and services, creating a sustainable future for Hatch with another Detroit-based nonprofit that also champions small businesses and local entrepreneurs.
  • Support will occur during the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest and with both Hatch Detroit and TechTown alumni following the contest.

Little Liberia wins $100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown

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Friday, July 22, 2022

DETROIT, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Little Liberia has been crowned the winner of the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, taking home the $100,000 grand prize from Comerica Bank to open the brick-and-mortar business of their dreams in Detroit.

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  • DETROIT, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Little Liberia has been crowned the winner of the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, taking home the $100,000 grand prize from Comerica Bank to open the brick-and-mortar business of their dreams in Detroit.
  • As the winner of the 10th annual Hatch Off, Little Liberia will receive $100,000 from Comerica Bank and a package of pro bono support and counsel from Hatch Detroit powered by its partners to bolster its opportunity for success.
  • "We are eager to support and spotlight Little Liberia as the newest addition to the city's growing small business environment," said Vittoria Katanski, executive director, Hatch Detroit.
  • "After 10 years of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, it is so evident how strong and deep the entrepreneurial spirit in Detroit runs, and Little Liberia is a prime example of tenacity and hard work paying off.

2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Reveals Top 10 Semifinalists

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Friday, June 17, 2022

DETROIT, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The wait is over! The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown, which has launched some of Detroit's most popular neighborhood storefronts, has officially named its top 10 semifinalists. These businesses have the opportunity to make their dream of owning a brick-and-mortar Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park storefront a reality by winning $100,000 in startup funds from Comerica Bank, as well as a package of accounting, legal, IT and public relations support from Hatch Detroit and its partners.

Key Points: 
  • The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown,which has launched some of Detroit's most popular neighborhood storefronts, has officially named its top 10 semifinalists.
  • The four finalists of the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest will be announced Friday, June 24, and the final round of public voting will follow before wrapping up on Thursday, June 30.
  • "The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest incentivizes innovation, creative thinking and originality that ultimately contributes towards Detroit's revitalization.
  • The winner of the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest will be chosen through a combination of the public's vote and judges' deliberations.

Deadline Fast Approaching to Enter the $100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest

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Friday, May 6, 2022

DETROIT, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For entrepreneurs seeking funding to open a retail storefront in Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck, the deadline is fast approaching to enter the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest in hopes of winning $100,000 from Comerica Bank. Interested applicants with a retail concept looking to open a brick-and-mortar location can submit their business plans via the Hatch Detroit website no later than Thursday, May 12 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

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  • Budding entrepreneurs have until Thursday, May 12 to submit business plan to Hatch Detroit powered by TechTown Detroit for brick-and-mortar storefront
    DETROIT, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --For entrepreneurs seeking funding to open a retail storefront in Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck, the deadline is fast approaching to enter the 2022 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest in hopes of winning $100,000 from Comerica Bank.
  • The contest, which is returning for the first time since 2019, aims to promote small business economic development in Detroit.
  • The winner of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest will receive $100,000 to support their business plan from Comerica Bank at the annual "Hatch Off".
  • For more information to submit business proposals to Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, interested entrepreneurs can visit HatchDetroit.com .

Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Returns With $100K Donation from Comerica Bank to Benefit Winning Business

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

DETROIT, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and Hatch Detroit announce the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest and $100,000 donation from Comerica Bank to this year's winner. The contest, which is returning for the first time since 2019, aims to promote small business economic development in Detroit.

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  • Hatch Detroit programming bolstered by additional $50,000 Comerica Charitable Foundation donation, economic development programming, new TechTown Detroit partnership
    DETROIT, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and Hatch Detroit announce the return of the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest and $100,000 donation from Comerica Bank to this year's winner.
  • The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest concludes Thursday, July 21 with the annual "Hatch Off."
  • Support will occur during the Comerica Hatch Detroit contest and with both Hatch Detroit and TechTown alumni following the contest.
  • The Hatch Detroit Small Business Alumni Relief Fund provided utility assistance for approximately 40 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest alumni businesses.