Front Office

Years with Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Dansville, MI

Dream Job: Professional Athlete

Biggest Fear: Snakes

Pizza Preference: There's not a slice of pizza I've ever had that I didn't like

After joining the Lugnuts originally as Assistant General Manager, Sales, Zac moved up to General Manager in January 2023. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University and his master’s degree from East Tennessee State University before entering the baseball world as an intern with the Martinsville Mustangs. Zac spent three years with the Johnson City Cardinals, one year as Sponsorship Services Manager with the Asheville Tourists, and then returned to Johnson City for three seasons as General Manager, where he was honored as the 2018 and 2019 Appalachian League Executive of the Year.

Phone: (517) 827-2581

Years with Lugnuts: 4

Hometown: Gladwin, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Major League pitcher

Biggest Fear: Being in a plane crash

Pizza Preference: Meat good, veggie bad

Greg earned his bachelor's degree in sports studies from Central Michigan University and his master's degree in sports management from Western Illinois University. Before joining the Nuts, he worked as Intramural Coordinator at Notre Dame, Event Manager at the Jacksonville Memorial Coliseum, Director of Operations at the Dow Events Center, Assistant Athletic Director at Central Michigan University and was the very first Director of Stadium Operations for the Great Lakes Loons. Greg was also the Commissioner of the legendary 2020 Lemonade League at Jackson Field, which he fully organized to replace the canceled Minor League Baseball season and which sold out every game.

Phone: (517) 827-2478

Years with Lugnuts: 8

Hometown: Grand Ledge

Dream Job: Police Officer

Biggest Fear: Falling into a wood chipper

Pizza Preference: Pepperoni

Tyler graduated from Central Michigan University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with Law & Economics. In his free time, he collects sports memorabilia, plays board games, and enjoys handing out with friends. Tyler has been in MiLB for the past 10 years dedicating 8 of those 10 to the #LugLife!

Years with Lugnuts: 5

Hometown: Redford, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Ice Cream Man, so I could eat all the ice cream

Biggest Fear: Press Box equipment crashing

Pizza Preference: Onions and pineapple

Terry is in his fifth year with the Lansing Lugnuts, now serving as the Director of Creative Services. In the 2018 Lugnuts season, he started his career as a camera and TriCaster operator. In 2017, Terry graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Film, Video, and Media Studies. This WMU Grad spent the last two years of his college career shooting highlights and working as a camera operator for WMU football, hockey and basketball. Terry is a Michigan native who was raised in the Detroit area.

Phone: (517) 485-4500, ext. 270

Years with Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Linden, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Motivational Speaker

Biggest Fear: The dark

Pizza Preference: Absolutely pineapple

Amanda graduated from Central Michigan University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast & Cinematic Arts alongside Sport Management. Joining the Lugnuts team as an intern in 2021, Amanda quickly established herself as Richy Rich at Jackson Field. She has since returned to the Lugnuts organization as the new Marketing & Fan Engagement Manager. Amanda is eager to begin creating unforgettable memories for Lugnuts fans. You can find her living her Lug Life, rocking her signature bandana with a crazy pair of shoes to match!

Phone: (517) 485-4500, ext. 281

Years with Lugnuts: 15

Hometown: Greenbelt, Maryland

Dream Job as a Kid: Paleontologist / Astronaut

Biggest Fear: Missing the bus

Pizza Preference: Three Brothers Pizza at Beltway Plaza

A graduate of Ithaca College, Jesse worked for the Brockton Rox, Montgomery Biscuits and Windy City ThunderBolts. before joining the Lugnuts in 2009. In 2013, he was voted the Midwest League Broadcaster of the Year by his peers. In 2019, he was named the Minor League Baseball Broadcaster of the Year by Ballpark Digest. He was once told, "Your voice makes you sound like you have a mustache." Jesse resides in Lansing with his wife, Christie; three-year-old son/monster truck expert, Alain; and a lot of monster trucks.

Years with Lugnuts: 3

Hometown: Ann Arbor, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Professional Basketball Player

Biggest Fear: Snakes and Spiders

Pizza Preference: Meat Lover's

Nick joined the Lugnuts in 2021 after working previously as a New Sales Consultant with the Aspire Group at Purdue University Athletics. He earned his bachelor's degree in Business & Organizations at Albion College before earning his master's degree in Sport Management at Eastern Michigan University.

Phone: (517) 485-4500, ext. 228

Years with Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Pueblo, CO

Dream Job: Play for the New York Yankees

Biggest Fear: Heights

Pizza Preference: Bacon & Pineapple

Marcos joined the Lugnuts in January 2022. He is a graduate of Michigan State University (MSU) with a bachelor’s degree in Economics. Prior to joining the Nuts, he worked for the Julian Samora Research Institute at MSU doing graphic design, website management, and community engagement. In his free time, he is the frontman of the hit group Marty and the Nicks. Marcos has a big orange cat, he loves sports, trying different kinds of food, and wants to pursue a long career in baseball.

Direct Line: 517-827-2584

Years with Lugnuts: 3

Hometown: Shepherd, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Culinary chef

Biggest Fear: Claustrophobia

Pizza Preference: Hawaiian

As a Senior Account Manager, Jake assists clients in a variety of game package possibilities to ensure their trip to Jackson Field leaves a lasting memorable impression. He also is an alumnus and graduate student at Central Michigan University studying Sport Administration and recently has worked in sport nonprofit events to support congenital heart disease and our military veterans/active service members. In his spare time, Jake enjoys exploring nature in new places and spending time with friends and his dog, Shadow.

Direct Line: 517-827-2582

Years with Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Frankenmuth, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Actor

Biggest Fear: Elevators

Pizza Preference: Bacon and green peppers

Nick joined the Lugnuts in March of 2022 while finishing his undergrad at Central Michigan University. Before joining the Nuts, he had worked in the box offices of the Kalamazoo Growlers, Battle Creek Bombers, USPBL, and the Detroit Lions. In the Lugnuts' office, he is Nick three in the hit group Marty and the Nicks. In his spare time, Nick enjoys watching sports and spending time with friends and family.

Phone: (517) 827-2488

Years with the Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Grand Ledge, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Veterinarian

Biggest Fear: Drowning

Pizza Preferences: Meat Lovers

Jamie grew up in the Lansing area and has attended Lansing Lugnuts games her entire life. She began her career in 2021 as an intern with the Lugnut's Stadium Operations Department and is now extremely excited to join the Lugnut's team as the new Premium Service and Special Events Manager. Jamie graduated with honors from Central Michigan University where she studied Sports Management and minored in Event Management. In her free time, Jamie enjoys watching football, attending Detroit Red Wing's games, skiing as well as playing ice hockey.

Direct Line: 517-827-2591

Years with the Lugnuts: Rookie

Hometown: Kalamazoo, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: a Spy

Biggest Fear: Trundle Beds

Pizza Preferences: Give me ALL the black olives!

Meg grew up in Kalamazoo and later moved to the east side of the state, where she attended Oakland University. While in college she began working with the Detroit Red Wings in Fan Engagement and Game Day presentation. Post-graduation she moved out to Bismarck, North Dakota where she spent the last two years working with the Bismarck Larks in Sponsor Activation. She is excited to join the Lugnuts as the new Manager of Partnership Activation. In her free time, Meg enjoys watching the Red Wings, going to the lake, and spending time with her two nieces.

Direct Line: 517-827-2480

Years with Lugnuts: 3

Dream Job: Baseball Player

Biggest Fear: Heights

Pizza Preference: Cheese. It’s good.

Joe was born and raised in Cadillac, MI. Joe moved to Lansing to study Turfgrass Management, Landscape, and Nursery Management at Michigan State University. During his time at MSU, Joe was an intern for the Chicago Cubs in 2019. He graduated from MSU in 2021 and became the Assistant Groundskeeper for the Lugnuts. In the 2022 season, Joe was promoted to Head Groundskeeper.

Phone: (517) 485-4500, ext. 291

Years with Lugnuts: 2

Hometown: Standish, MI

Dream Job: Chiropractor

Biggest Fear: Quicksand

Pizza: Deep Dish Meat Lovers

Graduated from Central Michigan with a degree in Sports Management minor in athletic coaching. Interned with the Florida State League Champions, Daytona Cubs in 2013. Spent the last 8 years working in operations outside the world of sports but made the jump back last season. In his free time, he enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wonderful wife and their adventurous young son.

Phone: (517) 827-2588

Years with Lugnuts: 19

Hometown: Eaton Rapids, MI

Dream Job as a Kid: Paleontologist

Biggest Fear: Fear of never getting a hole-in-one

Pizza Preference: Deep Dish Chicago style with all the meats

Matt's responsibilities include managing the games area in Big Lug's Playground and maintaining the Nuts and Bolts store where great Lugnuts merchandise is available year-round for fans of all ages. Matt previously served as Customer Service Specialist and Assistant Manager of Ticket and Retail Operations. He is a graduate of Northwood University where he received a Marketing and Management degree in Business. Matt will volunteer for the PGA Tour once again this summer, assisting the Retail Department at the BMW Championship at Medinah Country Club outside of Chicago. In his free time, Matt enjoys golfing, traveling to breweries across the state, spending time with his five nieces and nephews, running 5K's and dog-sitting.

Phone: (517) 485-4500, ext. 265