About Eastside Racing Company
Our Mission
Eastside Racing Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe, positive, fun and worthwhile experience for all participants.
Our Story
There are 3 of us who own Eastside Racing Company. Bob Busquaert, owner of Hanson’s Race Management, Deanna and Mark Skelcy, owners of Fast Dog Timing have teamed up to form Eastside Racing Company. We offer chip timing for all budget needs, equipment rental, online registration, logistical planning and sourcing of event apparel and awards. Our clients include non-profits, community organizations, corporations, schools and individuals. We work with first year events as well as established events.
Dee, Bob, and Mark have a background of over 30 years in the racing and timing industry. We partner with running, walking, cross-country and multi-sport events. We love what we do and pride ourselves with going above and beyond to assist our clients in providing a valuable and memorable experience for all. Whether participants are competitive athletes reaching for their PR or the weekend warrior out for fun – everyone is important to us.
Meet The Team
Bob
Bob, owner of Hanson’s Race Management, former collegiate stand-out athlete and Hanson’s ODP runner, high school coach, current Hanson’s Running Shops manager and dad of 4. Enjoys spending time with family, bowling and coming up with new and innovative event ideas.
Favorite quote, “Don’t worry, be happy!”
Deanna
Deanna, co-owner of Fast Dog Timing, former D1 scholar athlete, retired physical education teacher, Half Ironman finisher, mom of 3. Enjoys hiking, kayaking, learning new things and pickleball.
Favorite quote, “It’s not having what you want, it’s wanting what you got.” -Cheryl Crow
Mark
Mark, co-owner of Fast Dog Timing, former NAIA runner, high school and collegiate coach, retired science teacher, dad of 3. Enjoys making fun science videos, participating in Half Ironman races, creating cool art, pickleball, and cheering at finish lines.
Favorite quote, “I’ll see you on the beach!”
Looking for race timing or assistance on your next event or fundraiser?
From 5K fundraisers to triathlons, we provide support for running/walking, cross country and multi-sport events of all distances and sizes. Whether this is your first year hosting an event, you're looking for race timing, or you have a goal to grow your event with an experienced team of Race Directors, we are here to help. Complete the contact form and we'll be in touch.
We're located in Michigan and primarily serve the Detroit Metropolitan Area; however, we will travel! Contact us to learn more.
