Accounting AssistantE-mail: dboersma@griffinshockey.com
Phone: (616) 774-4585 ext. 3005
Biography:
Number of seasons with the Griffins (through 2011-12):
8
What you love most about working for the Griffins:
I love watching our fans have a great time at our games!
Favorite Griffins memory:
During our 2009 STH Party, I danced the "YMCA" with several co-workers on the arena concourse.
Favorite all-time Griffins players:
Kopecky, Meech, Bootland, Lebda, Ellis.
Best thing about your job:
The best thing about my job is that every day and every game is different! I love being a part of an organization that brings fun, family entertainment to the community!
Hometown:
Grand Rapids
States (and provinces or countries) you’ve lived in:
Ohio, Indiana, California and many different parts of Florida
Spouse’s name/year you were married:
Steve / 1993
Children:
1 daughter
Pets (name, type of animal):
1 dog - miniature, long-haired Dauchsund and 1 cat - short-haired, black.
College degree/year/school:
Bachelor in Accounting, 1992, Davenport College of Business (before it became a University).
First job/your age:
Ponderosa Steakhouse on 28th St in Wyoming at the age of 16.
Proudest professional accomplishment:
Acquiring my 4 year college degree by attending full-time classes in the evening, while working a full-time job during the day in 4 years.
Most exciting/unique thing you’ve done or place you’ve visited:
I went on my first mission trip this past August to Guatemala.
Favorite foods:
Pizza, burritos, burgers
Favorite music artists:
Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, DC Talk
Favorite spectator sports:
Hockey, football
Favorite pro/college sports teams (excluding Griffins):
Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Steelers