RYAN DITTEMER

Erskine/Cupsaw

  • Lifelong Ringwood Resident

  • B.A. History from Ramapo College

  • M.A. Diplomacy and International Relations from Seton Hall

  • Manager - Software Quality Engineering

  • NY-NJ Trail Conference member

My wife, Anna, and I love living in my hometown of Ringwood and enjoying all it has to offer. We both love the outdoors, and in my free time you can find me in our woods hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking.

My family has deep roots in Ringwood. We’ve been active in the Community Presbyterian Church and longtime CLIA members. Service to our town is a tradition—my mother served on the Ringwood Board of Education and helped revive the Ringwood Education Foundation in the ’90s, while my father played a key role in REF and its annual 5K fundraiser. I’m grateful for their commitment to Ringwood and I'm eager to follow their example.

With a background in diplomacy, policy, and economics, and experience leading software quality teams at a Fortune 50 company, I bring expertise in project management, planning, and problem-solving to help our borough thrive. Additionally, my years working at a local family-run business has given me firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities Ringwood businesses face—experience I believe will be valuable in supporting economic growth and connecting with and supporting our small business community.

Let’s start building the future of Ringwood together!

Why I’m Running:

“I’ve spent my whole life in Ringwood, and I care deeply about its future. I’m running because it’s time for fresh ideas and real solutions to move our town forward. We’ve seen too many missed opportunities, and I believe we can do better—stronger local businesses, better services, and a community we’re all proud to call home.

I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and do the work. Let’s build a better future for Ringwood—together.”