In 1984, Hackman helped start Jimmy’Z[12][failed verification] clothing line and sponsored other renowned riders such as Christian Hosoi, Scott Oster, Eric Dressen, and Steve Olson.
A year later, in 1985 Hackett’s first of two signature skateboards, The Iron Cross and & The Street Sickle, was released on the Skull Skates brand[13][failed verification] along with team members Duane Peters, Steve Olson and Christian Hosoi.
His sponsors include Khiro Skateboard Products,[20] Osiris Shoes, Independent Trucks, Nitro Bearings, Kryptonics Wheels, Black Leather Racing and Deathbox Skateboards.Some of Hacketts competition results include: Currently, Dave Hackett is also an artist[21] and a consultant to the Action Sports Industry[22][failed verification][23][failed verification] and the CEO of the Y.O.U.
In addition to this work, Hackett is a professional Prayer Practitioner,[26][27][failed verification] Spiritual Guide and Executive Life & Relationship Coach.
[citation needed] Currently, he is the Creative Director of Castle Coatings[28][failed verification] and Brand Manager for Black Leather Racing (BLR), Malibu Surf Skates[29] and Deathbox® Skateboards.