Along the Line

What clients and collaborators say about working with Engine 21 Design.

• “I’ve worked with Shawn in several capacities over the years and have come to rely on him as a trusted resource for ideas and insight. He consistently shows up prepared, informed, and brings a level of transparency and trustworthiness that’s rare today. We’ve been consistently impressed with his ability to quickly understand a business’s needs, propose effective solutions, and manage them through to successful deployment.”

  Chad M. Hope — Chief Financial Officer

• “We’ve hired Engine 21 Design for multiple, highly detailed projects, with Shawn quarterbacking every one of them. Every time, we know he takes our business needs and outcomes to heart and ensures 100% delivery on those objectives.”

  Jared Orton — President, Fans First Entertainment

• “I worked closely with Shawn for several years and was consistently impressed with his work ethic, positive attitude, and deep expertise. He brings an energy and creativity to product strategy that drives others to think big and move fast. Together, we developed a high-profile sports and entertainment technology platform from idea to launch and beyond — his domain expertise and out-of-the-box thinking were instrumental to its success. Shawn, now leading Engine 21 Design, builds deep relationships, instills trust, and knows how to bring people together to make a big impact.”

  Richard Simms — Founder, Tyrannosaurus Tech

• “I’ve had the privilege of working with Shawn for decades on multiple ventures, including most recently Highly Buzzed Media. His ability to unite teams, align goals, and foster collaboration is unparalleled, and his relationship skills are truly unmatched. He has a natural talent for building trust and creating meaningful connections through his authenticity, which makes him an invaluable asset in any endeavor. In addition to his people skills, Shawn is also a brilliant architectural designer and a standout mind in field engineering — his creative vision and technical expertise have consistently driven projects to success, with a level of precision and innovation that sets him apart.”

  Sara Hope Saville — Managing Co-Founder, SAFE Perimeter

• “Shawn and Engine 21 Design have always aligned with how I do business — relationship first. In a world of efficiency, scale, and automation, Shawn somehow weaves all of that into a business that still prioritizes people. Whether offering assistance before any of my businesses even launched or being there through the tougher moments, Shawn is someone I look up to in business and in life. I’ve seen the value of his work firsthand across multiple businesses over the years, and it’s without hesitation that I’d tell you working with Shawn will provide your business with tremendous value.”

  Zach Greene — Partner, Quarter Coast Consulting