We’re lifelong learners who keep asking the question, “Why?” and never accept “because that’s how it’s always been done” as an answer.
Trust is the foundation of all great accomplishments. Together, we work with you to uncover potential within your organization using methodologies to develop better projects, ask the right questions of each other, and empower your teams to hold and sustain foundational, organizational change.
Sketch Development Services began in 2015 when founder John Krewson had a realization: That everything he knew about leading software development projects came not from corporate trainings or his MBA, but from his time in entertainment—particularly, from sketch comedy.
Things like the power of self-organized teams of engaged and passionate individuals. The continuous delivery of value. Getting feedback, and giving good feedback in return. John realized that these were the same values behind the agile approach to software development—but seeing them in action, in both environments, gave him a deeper appreciation for how to apply them in the real world.
And so from the beginning, Sketch has been committed to “walking the walk” by not only providing coaching and training for teams, but actually using the very same practices they were recommending to build better software for their development clients.
Since those humble beginnings in the Krewsons’ spare room, the company has (responsibly, thoughtfully) grown to a team of 35 clever and talented people and moved into its current location (in 2023) in Webster Groves, MO (just outside of St. Louis).
Founder, President
View BiographyJohn started Sketch in service to the mission of improving the ways people and teams work together. His past experiences as an agilist and professional actor are the primary sources of inspiration in leading this mission.
General Manager
View BiographyCalvin started his career as a developer, eventually transitioning to identifying and placing technical talent at clients. He now is responsible for finding and hiring talented people at Sketch who then help co-deliver solutions to our clients’ complex problems. He touches a lot of our activities here, from engagement logistics, hiring, contracts, and other client administrative activities.
Lead Agile Coach
View BiographyIan used a near-decade background as a software developer as a springboard to becoming an Agile transformation lead and evangelist, which he did at Equifax for about five years. While he was there, he trained over 200 people for certifications as Scrum Masters, Product Owners, SAFe Change Agents, and helped implement practices for continued development that went far beyond scheduling more and more meetings. Since joining Sketch in 2018, he’s provided our clients with transformational coaching on how to improve speed to market, predictability for technology delivery, and more. He spends what little free time he has as a volunteer with the Agile Midwest conference. His greatest superpower is his strong belief in the productivity and power of a great team.
Director of Business Development
View BiographyTyler is a relentless networker who is always on the lookout for opportunities to connect others to solve challenges they're facing. He has proven to be a trusted ally to the countless clients he has served over his many years of experience. When he's not on a call or grabbing a coffee with a new contact, he's watching his Mizzou Tigers, Redbirds, or maybe even getting out to play a little golf.
Cloud Enablement Developer
View BiographyRyan spent 10 years working at a prepaid card company, developing ordering and card balance platforms. At Sketch, he provides critical software development for our clients, and leads our managed service for cloud infrastructures. His many other hats include coaching, training (DevOps is his thing...among others), and consulting (trust us...if you need AWS advice, he’s your guy).