Drive Announce Front Office Personnel Moves
Eric Rowley has been hired as the Drive's Vice President of Ticket Sales, while Eric Jarinko will assume a new position with the organization as Vice President of Ballpark Experience.
Rowley comes to the Drive after having spent the last five years with the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. While a member of the RoughRiders organization, Rowley was heavily immersed in the ticketing and customer service operations for the organization's season ticket packages, hospitality accommodations, and group outings.
As Vice President of Ticket Sales with the Drive, Eric will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the organization's ticketing operations, including season ticket and group sales and ticket plan holder retention initiatives.
Drive Co-Owner and President Craig Brown commented on the hiring, saying, "Eric is a talented, dynamic professional who will challenge and drive our team to continue to innovate, improve our ticket sales operations and add value to the Drive customer experience. Eric brings impressive credentials, and as a result of his commitment to excellence and top flight customer service, we are very pleased that he is joining our organization."
"We couldn't have found a better person for this position," added Drive General Manager Mike deMaine. "Eric's track record and experience speaks for itself, and we have been able to put it to good use immediately. Eric will also add depth to our leadership team while also helping our young sales associates learn firsthand what it takes to be successful."
Eric Jarinko will be entering his seventh season with the Greenville Drive, after having led the organization's media relations and sponsor services departments. During his time with the Drive, Jarinko has worked side-by-side with the Upstate media outlets to optimize the organization's exposure, while also serving as the Drive's liaison for all corporate partner relationships including Greenville Hospital System, BI-LO, Duke Energy, and Southwest Airlines.
"Eric's promotion to Vice President of Ballpark Experience underscores the Drive's commitment to providing career opportunities for our hard working staff while insuring our customers receive first class service and a unique and memorable game day experience for the 2012 season and for seasons to follow," noted Brown. "Eric has been a crucial member of the front office since the Drive's Inaugural Season and we take great pride in helping him grow and add important responsibilities to his impressive career with the Drive."
In his new role as Vice President of Ballpark Experience, Jarinko will continue to oversee the organization's media relations and sponsor services, while integrating new methods and techniques to ensure the highest level of customer service for all fans at Fluor Field.
deMaine added, "Eric has been recognized throughout the South Atlantic League with his award-winning publication, Drive Magazine, as well as being named the Media Relations Director of the Year in 2009 and 2010. Eric will implement new and innovative ways across all facets of our organization and insure that our fans enjoy a top quality experience at Fluor Field."
Ticket plans, hospitality accommodations, and group outings are currently on sale for the Greenville Drive's 2012 season at Fluor Field. Opening Day is slated for Thursday, April 5th versus the Lakewood BlueClaws at 7 PM. For more information, please call (864) 240-4500 or log onto www.GreenvilleDrive.com.