Eric Ramseyer with fiancƩe Danielle DuLong and parents Larry Ramseyer and Nara Ramseyer
on vacation at Walt Disney World.
For Eric Ramseyer, °µĶų³Ō¹Ļ wasnāt just where he started his higher educationāit was practically a second home. Growing up, he spent countless hours on campus, not just in classrooms or at the pool, but in the boiler rooms and other spaces most students donāt often see.
His father, Larry Ramseyer, dedicated 34 years to Delta as the director of Facilities and Operations, making the college an influential part of Ericās upbringing.
āWhen Deltaās planetarium was being built, weād stop and check on its progress every week on our way home from church,ā Eric recalls. āIt was just part of our lives.ā
Both of his parents are alumni so, when it came time to choose a college, Delta was a natural starting point. It was a practical option that allowed him to explore his interests and decide on a career path. His first job was at Deltaās Fitness and Recreation Center when it opened in 2003. After three years at Delta, he transferred to Northwood University, where he double majored in sports management and business management. From there, he earned his MBA from the University of Michigan.
While studying at Northwood, Eric interned in Deltaās athletics department and at Bay City Western High School before taking a part-time summer job with the Great Lakes Loons. That summer gig turned into an internship, then a full-time ticket sales position. Today, he serves as the vice president and chief operating officer of the Great Lakes Loons, an affiliate of the 2024 World Series Championsāthe Los Angeles Dodgers. āEleven former Loons players played in the World Series last year,ā he boasts. āTen for the Dodgers and one for the Yankees.ā
Though his love for sports runs deep, what truly drives Eric is something even more meaningfulāthe opportunity to give back. Through his role with the Loons, he helps direct $110,000 annually to the community through the Michigan Baseball Foundation, a nonprofit that owns and operates Dow Diamond. Instead of distributing profits to an owner, the foundation reinvests in the region through grants and community initiatives.
āWeāre not just about baseball,ā Eric says. āWe want to provide great entertainment and create an experience that brings people together. And at the end of the day, the money we generate goes back into the community, not into an ownerās pocket. Thatās what keeps me here.ā
Some of his favorite events at Dow Diamond reflect that same spirit of innovation and community engagement. He loves Dine on the Diamond, a unique dining experience that allows guests to enjoy a gourmet meal right on the field, and the Tri-Star Trust Charity Pro-Am, which brings golf to the ball field. But one event stands out above the restāStar Wars Night. As a lifelong Star Wars fan, Eric takes pride in crafting a brand-new storyline each year, complete with costumed characters and an immersive fan experience.
That sense of fun and family extends beyond the field. Just as Eric once roamed Deltaās hidden corridors with his father, his own nephews now have the chance to explore Dow Diamond. āThey get to run around, go under the stadium, ride on the gatorāmuch like I did at Delta,ā he says. āItās incredible to share those experiences with them.ā
āBeing able to share what I do with my family is everything.ā
His parents, too, remain a big part of his life at the ballpark. With a 20-game ticket package, they are regulars at Loons games, allowing Eric to sit and watch an inning or two with them. āI joke that I see them more in the summer than in the off-season,ā he laughs. āBeing able to share what I do with my family is everything.ā
Looking to the future, Eric and his team continue to push the boundaries of entertainment at Dow Diamond. This year, theyāre introducing the Field of Frames Festival, a first-of-its-kind esports gaming event in the region. Featuring competitive tournaments in games like Valorant, Rocket League, Fortnite and Super Smash Bros., the event will offer over $25,000 in cash and scholarship prizes.
āThis is something Iāve been passionate about for a long time,ā Eric says. āEsports is a rapidly growing industry, and we wanted to bring something innovative to our region. Itās a way to continue evolving and offering new experiences for the community.ā
From the boiler rooms of °µĶų³Ō¹Ļ to the executive offices of Dow Diamond, Eric Ramseyer blends his passion for sports, community and family entertainment, creating lasting memories for both his family and the region he calls home.
