Motown Sports Group Holdings Inc
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Business Description
The Motown Sports Village heralds a new era for the Detroit Metro Area, as a net-zero sustainable urban gathering spot destined to become the new heart of a thriving and expanding community. This world-class sports and entertainment facility is community, climate and sustainable-centric, and will provide youth and
families a fun, safe environment for sports, recreation, dining, and more. The project’s environmental and social purpose is embedded in the commitment to support U.S. climate objectives and the Michigan Healthy Climate Plan, including strategies to maximize community economic benefit.
Project Description
The Motown Sports Village is a 456-acre $1.9 billion net-zero energy1 project, located in Romulus, Michigan, in the 13th Congressional District, approximately 15 miles west of the city of Detroit, and just outside the Detroit Metropolitan Airport. The project site qualifies as a low-income and disadvantaged community as defined in the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST).
The project will develop a youth-sports-focused multi-use and entertainment venue as part of a resort complex (Motown Sports Village), that will include retail, restaurants, hospitality, and multifamily housing — supporting a 900,00 SF, 10K capacity arena; 450,000 SF water/surf park; a youth sports facility that includes a 226,965 SF for basketball; 302,500 SF for American football and soccer; 261,044 SF for hockey; 733,691 SF activity center, that will include an E-sports arena,
expo center, family fun center, service/retail, and IMAX; and hospitality amenities that include three (3) hotel sites equaling up to 1,100 keys in total. The main arena, youth sports facilities, water-surf park, and partial retail and restaurants are planned for phase-1 construction, with
additional retail, restaurants, activity, and hotel development planned for future phases.
Problem
The Detroit Metro Area lacks a large-scale, multi-use sports and entertainment venue designed specifically for youth sports, recreation, and community engagement. Families and young athletes have limited access to modern, sustainable, and well-integrated sports facilities that can also serve as an economic and social hub for the region. Additionally, the area needs a catalyst for economic revitalization that aligns with climate-friendly initiatives while driving tourism and job creation.
Solution
Motown Sports Village is a 456-acre, $1.9 billion net-zero energy sports and entertainment destination in Romulus, Michigan in the planning stages of development. The development will feature a state-of-the-art sports complex, a 900,000 sq. ft. arena, a 450,000 sq. ft. water park, multiple youth sports facilities, retail spaces, restaurants, hotels, and residential units. Designed as a community-focused hub, the project will integrate renewable energy technologies such as solar power, battery storage, and geothermal heating to align with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) and the Michigan Healthy Climate Plan.
Business Model
Motown Sports Village will generate revenue through:
- Event Hosting & Ticket Sales – Concerts, sporting events, and entertainment shows in the 10,000-capacity arena.
- Facility Rentals – Youth sports tournaments, training facilities, and recreation center usage.
- Retail & Hospitality – Revenue from restaurants, hotels (1,100 keys), retail shops, and concessions.
- Sponsorships & Partnerships – Agreements such as the $55 million, 10-year exclusive pouring rights deal with Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling.
- Green Energy Incentives – Capitalizing on net-zero energy strategies and climate-focused financing structures.
Market Projection
The sports tourism and youth travel sports industries are experiencing rapid growth:
- $52.2 billion in direct sports tourism spending in 2023.
- $19.2 billion youth sports travel industry, expected to grow to $77.6 billion by 2026.
- 73.5 million room nights generated by sports-related travel in 2023.
- A 14% CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) for the sports travel market through 2029. Motown Sports Village is strategically positioned to capture a significant share of this growing industry.
Competition
While there are existing sports and entertainment venues in Michigan and across the U.S., Motown Sports Village stands out due to:
- Comprehensive Multi-Use Development – Unlike traditional sports complexes, it combines youth sports, professional events, hospitality, retail, and recreation.
- Net-Zero Sustainability – Incorporating solar, battery storage, and geothermal energy solutions, it aligns with federal and state climate goals.
- Prime Location – Positioned near Detroit Metropolitan Airport, making it a convenient destination for national and international visitors.
- Community & Economic Impact – Designed with a Community Benefits Plan (CBP) to create jobs, workforce training programs, and economic revitalization.
Traction & Customers
Investors
The offering will be open to all investors age 18 and older.
Terms
The Company intends to issue an equity linked security with a low double-digit interest payment.
Risks
This is a risky and speculative investment, and you might lose some or all your money. You should not invest more than you can afford to lose.
Security Type:
Convertible Note
Annual Interest Rate
10%
Maturity Date
October 31, 2028
Post Money Valuation:
N/A – Convertible Note
Investment Bonuses!
Regulatory Exemption:
Regulation Crowdfunding – Section 4(a)(6)
Deadline:
August 7, 2025
Minimum Investment Amount:
$2500
Target Offering Range:
$2,500,000-$75,000,000
*If the sum of the investment commitments does not equal or exceed the minimum offering amount at the offering deadline, no securities will be sold and investment commitments will be cancelled returned to investors.
Kenneth W. Bardwell
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
BackgroundPrior to forming MSGH, Bardwell served as a design engineer for several architectural and engineering firms, where he worked on large industrial commercial projects, such as The General Motors “Pole Town Project”, “The Renaissance Center”, and “Fermi II Power Plant”. Bardwell is a certified Engineering Technician, receiving his certificate from the Society of Manufacturers of Engineers (SME) and he has been recognized for winning SME’s design engineering competition, hosted through Lawrence Technology University, located in Southfield, Michigan. Between 1980–1985 Bardwell played semi-pro basketball at Saint Cecelia’s in the Summer Pro League of Detroit Michigan. During this time, he also led a computer technology venture as owner and Chief Executive Officer, where he was a value-added reseller for Motorola. In 1994 Bardwell received an honorary appointment to the Michigan Jobs Commission by former Governor John Engler; in 1995 he received the “Rising Star of the Year Award” from Black Enterprise magazine, where he was recognized by the City of Detroit for his outstanding business leadership. In 1997 he was featured in Readers Digest Magazine under the article, “Secrets of the Millionaire Next Door”, and in 2002 Bardwell was awarded a certificate of ownership for the Motown Jammers—an American Basketball Association (ABA) franchise team. Bardwell sold his interest following the 2002 season.
Joe Martinez
Board Member
BackgroundJoe Martinez has an investment banking focus and a robust financial, technology, and operating executive background. Alongside his Fortune 500 experience with IBM and Xerox, he has significantly contributed to several Silicon Valley technology companies, playing a pivotal role in their funding and initial public offerings. Martinez served as the CEO of several public companies that he funded, managed, took public, and later sold to private equity firms. He established the technology practice for a national investment banking firm and founded his investment banking firm, which was successfully sold to E*TRADE, now owned by Morgan Stanley.
Jim Renne
Advisor / National Director, Sports & Entertainment Development
BackgroundJim Renne has almost 30 years of experience in creating innovative Sports and Entertainment districts and destinations and world class sports and athletic facilities. Renne understands the multi-faceted objectives of stakeholders in the industry and works closely with his clients to make their vision a reality. Renne was recognized in 2020 and 2016 by Sports Business Journal as one of the top 50 Power Players in Sports Design and Development.
Vincent Barnes
Advisor / Principal EPS Consortium
BackgroundVincent Barnes is Principal of the Clean Energy Policy Strategy Consortium, LLC and has over two decades of experience leading in energy and financial services policy. More recently, Barnes helped lead on multiple major legislative initiatives including the Infrastructure Investment and Job Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) where he worked for inclusion of historical investments in demand-side policy.
Liam Thornton
Advisor / Executive Vice President of Strategy & Development
BackgroundLiam Thornton is responsible for management and operating agreements with partners developing new sports and entertainment venues anchoring mixed-use districts. Over a 30+ year career, Thornton has developed branded and experiential projects in the sports and recreation, entertainment, and hospitality space across much of the U.S. and has also managed similar international real estate transactions and development projects in Southeast Asia (Singapore) and Southern Europe (Barcelona, Spain).
Company Name
Motown Sports Group Holdings Inc
Location
6370 Village Park Drive
Suite 205
West Bloomfield, Michigan 48322
Number of Employees
1
Incorporation Type
C-Corp
State of Incorporation
Delaware
Date Founded
December 14, 2014
