About Our Company

Necessity is the mother of invention, and disabling diseases or accidents create plenty of opportunities for innovation.

Creighton Rider

July 10, 1958 - April 21, 2023

Dayna Rider Epperson, MS  
is an Occupational Therapist and Creighton's daughter. Dayna assisted in the design process of the Head Support System and manages all product construction. She creatively collaborated with Creighton on a number of adaptive tools throughout his journey with ALS, and continues to work on new innovative solutions for physical needs as she raises a three little ones that loved their grandpa. 

Dayna is an avid skier, climber and cyclist who enjoys knitting small and colorful stuffed animals.

Suteki Designs was established in 2014 by Creighton Rider, a designer and inventor with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from the University Of Utah.

Creighton courageously faced a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), sometimes known as Lou Gehrig's disease, for 16 years. The products that we produce at Suteki Designs are a result of his creatively finding solutions to the needs caused by this disease and his determination to continue living his life. 

Creighton passed away in April of 2023 and we, his family, continue to produce these devices as a compassion project in memory of our loving father. We hope that our products may be helpful to you or your friends or loved ones.

Lindsay Rider​, MA

holds a Master's in Integrative Health Studies and is also a daughter of Creighton's. She works as a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Transformative Imagery Guide. She is currently pursuing a PhD while she learns how to manage the back-end of operations at Suteki Designs. 

Lindsay is a passionate traveler and also enjoys quiet walks in the Wasatch with her dog. 

In the shadow of Olympus, 

Creighton took his first breath,
A mountain man in spirit, 

from birth until his death.

From mother came a love to swim, 

among the waters clear.
From father grew the love to ski 

steep slopes both far and near.

An avid mountaineer he was, 

with peaks that reached the sky.
His heart forever tethered 

to the mountains, soaring high.

Deep within the magic 

of Glen Canyon’s majesty, 
Lake Powell’s beauty soothed his soul, 

there he found tranquility.

He sure lived ’til he died.

He served a mission in Japan, 
a humble hand he’d lend.
A true disciple he’d become, 
and on the Lord, depend.

Mechanical by trade he was, 
a true MacGyver, he.
Steel strings he’d strum into the night,
to set his mind a’free.

Atop the Matterhorn, 

he asked Lisa for her hand.
Together they would face the storms, 

and weather life's demands.

A father's love, it knew no bounds, 

Creighty cherished every day.
Three children were his pride and joy, 

in each and every way.

He sure lived ’til he died.

A clever soul with pranks to play, 
on friends he held so dear.
His jest and jokes, good natured, 
bringing joy from ear to ear.

He led the young men in his church, 
their hearts he did inspire.
His wisdom and his gentle ways, 
set many souls afire.

In Mexico, they knew him well, 
as Señor Creighton, grand.
He left his mark on many lives, 
friends all throughout the land. 

For fifteen years, he fought the fight, 
Lou Gherig's curse, his foe.
His bravery, a beacon bright, 
to all he’d come to know.

He sure lived ’til he died.

Creight's heart inspired a group, 
of cyclists far and wide.
United in their passion, 
for him, they'd ride with pride.

From SLC to Vegas, 
through summer's heat they'd race.
Supporting all with ALS, 
a journey filled with grace.

Despite the fight with ALS, 
he played a grandpa's part.
His grandkids knew his loving touch, 
and hold him in their hearts.

He taught the world to find the joy, 
in every trial faced.
His spirit, like a cowboy, strong, 
his legacy, embraced.

He sure lived ’til he died.

With love, your kiddos.