Meet The Team

Mark Eberhardt

Owner, Sales and Strategy

With 20+ years in the creative industry, Mark finds fulfillment in discovering new opportunities, immersing himself in each business's unique story, and forging relationships that help clients tell their stories like never before. With a focus on business development, he is driven by the diversity of industries and people he encounters in his work – always looking to learn something new. A St. Louis resident since college, Mark and his wife Kathy are devoted parents to two teenagers. Away from his desk, you’ll find him in the St. Louis music scene, either in the crowd or on stage as a bass player/guitarist, or on the road riding his motorcycle. 

Justin Sherwood

Owner, Art Director

Justin specializes in designing clarity and effectiveness into every brand story. With 20+ years in creative direction, his approach focuses on enhancing user experience and navigating brands toward their goals by using creativity to overcome challenges. Outside of work, Justin enjoys family time and is usually found with his wife at their kids’ sporting events. His interest in reading not only feeds his curiosity of history, but also enriches his creative perspective, offering depth and context to his work. 

Tony Chen

Tony, with his eight years in marketing, specializes in the nuanced realms of digital ads and data analysis. His approach is data-driven, always focusing on maximizing ROI and making impactful moves in the market. Outside of work, Tony's competitive spirit shines as a skilled chess player and an adept archer, showcasing his strategic and focused mindset.

Julliette Huynh

Julliette brings four years of experience to the design team, where her contributions span across logo design, branding, print, social media, web design, UX/UI, and motion graphics. She's driven by the challenge of creative problem-solving and making designs that impact the real world. Beyond her professional life, Julliette's passions include a love for all things kawaii, Korean Pop, and exploring new culinary experiences. 

Mike Lohrman

Mike brings almost 20 years of expertise in crafting digital solutions across a spectrum of mediums, including print, web, animation, kiosks, and mobile apps. With a foundation in graphic design and web development, he's adept at delivering innovative digital brands and responsive web projects. Away from the office, Mike's focus is towards his greatest creations—his kids, but he still makes time for hobbies, recently delving into the world of 3D printing, continuing to explore and build in the digital realm. 

Derek Page

With an MFA in painting and drawing, Derek blends a mix of talents with three years as a designer and a decade as a fine artist. Specializing in illustration, 2D animation, and design for social media and print, he thrives on creating visual stories that captivate through movement and offer limitless creative possibilities. Outside of his professional pursuits, Derek is a competitive powerlifter, rugby player, enjoys life with his partner Hannah and their four pets, and has a special appreciation for the vibrant culinary scene in St. Louis. 

Vijoy Rao

Vijoy brings over 20 years of experience in the marketing industry, ranging from PR, digital and social media strategy, advertising, and branding. A versatile practitioner, he's worked with diverse clients from Fortune Top 20 companies to family-owned businesses. He's passionate about creative problem-solving and the power of ideas, harnessing an entrepreneurial mindset to build a single concept into tangible results with a creative team. Beyond work, Vijoy enjoys family life with his wife and three boys, balancing his time between being an adjunct professor at Maryville University, traveling, training in TaeKwonDo, and playing drums. 

Joanna Sherwood

Since the inception of 5BYFIVE in 2011, Joanna has been the versatile backbone of the company, thriving in multitasking and dynamic environments. Her previous training as a nurse has enabled her to embrace a multitude of roles, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, and ‘everything coordinator’ (“I’m not sure. Ask Joanna.” is said a lot). Outside work, Joanna is a devoted wife and mother to three teenagers, relishing family time, friendships, and traveling.  

Nicholas Smith

Nick, with over two decades in design, brings expertise in branding, design systems, and typography. His experience includes a role at the Saint Louis Art Museum, where he applied the Museum's identity across multiple projects, including visitor experience, publications, special events, and exhibitions. At 5BYFIVE, he delivers consistently compelling results for clients such as Gateway Arch Park Foundation and Bausch + Lomb. Beyond the office, Nick is an artist and musician who finds inspiration through family time, exploring art museums, live music, indie films, and motorcycles.

Danielle Wilmes

Danielle, a seasoned professional with seven years in the marketing industry, excels in connecting with B2B and manufacturing clients, known for making them feel truly understood. Outside the office, she's a passionate painter, a true crime enthusiast, and a budding hunter. Deeply committed to mental health advocacy in Greater St. Louis, Danielle's days are fueled by her love for people and her quest to make each interaction meaningful and valued.

Andrew Young

Andrew brings 15 years of experience in marketing and printing, specializing in client relationship growth and project success. His expertise in managing accounts of all sizes and across multiple industries fuels his passion for transforming ideas into impactful outcomes. A St. Louis native with a stint on the East Coast, Andrew balances his career by spending time with family, supporting his favorite sports teams, and fly fishing.