Ryan Masuga
Founder & Principal
For more than 20 years, I’ve built and maintained websites that companies can depend on. I earned a BFA in Fine Art before web development even existed, and that creative foundation still shapes how I think about design, systems, and structure.
Today, I lead Masuga, a Craft CMS–verified web development studio that helps technology companies and design teams present complex products and services with clear, dependable websites.
What I've Learned
1. Technology always changes, but clarity and dependability don’t.
I’ve worked through the era of Flash websites, the ExpressionEngine boom, and the rise of Craft CMS. Tools come and go, but thoughtful structure, maintainable code, and clear communication always win.
2. Creative collaboration beats rigid process.
My early background in art and design still informs how Masuga works today: we respect design intent and work closely with creative teams to make their ideas practical and sustainable online.
3. Long-term thinking builds long-term partnerships.
From projects for Fortune 500 brands to SaaS startups, I’ve learned that the most successful projects are the ones we can support and evolve for years.
Milestones
- Late 1990s: Began as an artist in New York City before discovering web design through the print industry.
- 2006: Founded Masuga after discovering ExpressionEngine, developing early expertise in CMS-driven websites.
- 2008–2010: Built large-scale sites for national retailers like Pep Boys and Toys“R”Us; spoke internationally on content management and version control.
- 2009: Created devot:ee, the leading ExpressionEngine add-on marketplace for over a decade.
- 2014: Launched Lamplighter, a SaaS tool that helped agencies monitor the health of hundreds of client sites.
- 2015–2017: Authored The Guide to ExpressionEngine Development and The Guide to Craft CMS Development.
- 2019–2024: Shared insights on podcasts and interviews about agency leadership, business development, and Masuga’s evolution into a trusted partner for design-led and technology-focused organizations.
My Perspective
When you work with Masuga, you get the judgment of someone who has seen and built for every stage of the modern web. I understand the challenges that come with complex organizations, tight timelines, and shifting technologies, and I know how to keep projects moving smoothly despite them.
That experience is built into everything we do: from clear planning and clean builds to the long-term support that keeps sites stable and marketing teams confident.
If your team needs a stable, long-term partner for the web, I’d be happy to speak with you.
