Detroit, MI – [February 25, 2025] – Detroit City FC is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with GRIT Technologies, a leader in innovative business solutions in collaboration with Pax8. This exciting collaboration aims to increase awareness of GRIT Technologies’ services, expand both organizations’ reach, and provide unique experiences for fans and clients alike.
The partnership will focus on several key goals designed to drive business development at Detroit City FC. Key objectives include raising awareness of GRIT Technologies’ offerings, providing signage at the stadium to increase brand visibility, and hosting exclusive events for clients and partners. Additionally, GRIT Technologies will offer hospitality during matchdays, providing VIP experiences for clients and business partners, ensuring a memorable and engaging connection to the Detroit City FC community.
“We are excited to partner with Gritt Technologies and provide them with the opportunity to utilize Detroit City FC’s world-class hospitality for their clientele. This partnership allows Gritt to elevate their customer experience while strengthening our ties with a forward-thinking company that shares our commitment to excellence,” stated Todd Kropp, Chief Operations Officer of Detroit City FC.
The partnership will officially kick off with upcoming matchdays and events, with GRIT Technologies’ branding featured in the stadium, along with hospitality offerings designed to engage business clients and enhance their connection to the club.
“At GRIT Technologies, we believe in the power of teamwork—both on the field and in business. Partnering with Detroit City FC allows us to support a club that shares our commitment to excellence, community, and innovation,” stated Matt Moline, Sales and Marketing Manager at GRIT Technologies. “As a Pax8 Titan partner participating in the Pax8Premier program, we bring cutting-edge technology solutions to businesses, ensuring they stay secure, connected, and ahead of the game. Just as DCFC unites fans and players with a common goal, we unite businesses with technology that drives success. We’re excited to bring our expertise to this partnership and look forward to building something great together.”
“We love that our new Pax8Premier program is literally a win-win for both our Managed Service Provider (MSP) partner, GRIT Technologies, and the Detroit City Football Club,” said, Leigh Nordhoff, Director of Commercial Partnerships at Pax8. “We help our partners go to market in a variety of ways, from our AI-driven Pax8 Marketplace, support and services to providing partnerships like this and a platform to promote their businesses. Detroit City FC gets an excellent technology provider that will deliver efficiencies and cost savings for their IT environment and a cross-promotional partnership out of the deal as well. We are thrilled to have put both companies together to drive their mutual growth and success.”
About Detroit City FC
Detroit City FC is a professional soccer club based in Detroit, Michigan. Known for its passionate fanbase and deep community involvement, the club is dedicated to growing soccer in Detroit while creating an inclusive environment for fans, businesses, and sponsors.
About GRIT Technologies
GRIT Technologies is a provider of innovative business solutions, focused on helping organizations improve efficiency, drive growth, and optimize their operations. Supported by Pax8, GRIT Technologies brings cutting-edge digital services to clients across various industries.
About Pax8
Pax8 is the technology marketplace of the future, linking partners, vendors, and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) through AI-powered insights and comprehensive product support. With a global partner ecosystem of over 40,000 managed service providers, Pax8 empowers SMBs worldwide by providing software and services that unlock their growth potential and enhance their security. Committed to innovating cloud commerce at scale, Pax8 drives customer acquisition and solution consumption across its entire ecosystem.
