Meet the Family

Ken, the founder, saw the educational possibilities with simple building blocks and started the company with a mission to bring families closer together and inspire the creative spirit in people of all ages. He is an internationally sought-after trainer and thought leader in hands-on informal education. As a professional toy inventor and education consultant, Ken has a unique combination of skills to create compelling interactive experiences for people of all ages and all skill levels.

As one of the first graduates of the Youth and Social Innovation program at UVA, Amy became passionate about supporting youth development through play and entrepreneurship. Her goal is to give children and grown ups opportunities to play, learn, and exercise creativity. Previously, Amy was the Director of Marketing at a Philadelphia startup. She holds degrees from the McIntire School of Business and Curry School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia.

Kate is the Chief Creative Officer and Director of Content & Marketing. She is a teacher and artist by trade. Growing up with KEVA Planks, Kate has always enjoyed how the planks are a catalyst for creativity. Kate specializes in KEVA curriculum development and creative manager for the company. She is passionate about block play, and her mission is to help educators make teaching more enjoyable and effective. She holds a Masters in Art Education from Christopher Newport University and has taught 2nd and 3rd grade.