In 1778, legendary frontiersman Daniel Boone was captured by the Shawnee Indians. But rather than being treated as an enemy, Boone’s remarkable skills as a woodsman and explorer earned him their respect — and eventually, their acceptance.
Boone was adopted into the tribe and given the name Sheltowee, which means “Big Turtle.” The Chief who adopted him believed Boone had the broad shoulders and steadfast nature of the turtle — a symbol of strength, resilience, and steady progress.
We chose the name Sheltowee because it reflects the spirit of exploration, courage, and forging new paths. Boone opened new territories for those who followed — we aim to do the same for entrepreneurs, investors, and growing businesses.
At Sheltowee Network, we help businesses grow, investors discover opportunities, and founders navigate uncharted territory.
We may never match the legacy of our namesake, but every day, we strive to live up to the values he represented — strength, perseverance, and bold exploration.
Alex is the founder of Sheltowee Network and the driving force behind our mission to help businesses grow. With decades of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor, Alex has built companies from startup to exit and is passionate about helping others navigate that journey.
Ali oversees Sheltowee’s day-to-day operations, ensuring our network runs smoothly and our clients get the support they need to grow.
Arvin leads Sheltowee’s technical development, building the platforms, tools, and systems that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and resources across our network.
Franklin supports Sheltowee’s technology infrastructure, providing critical expertise to keep our systems reliable, scalable, and efficient.
Mel keeps Sheltowee organized and efficient, providing high-level administrative support to our leadership and ensuring projects stay on track.
Danica supports Sheltowee’s projects and client initiatives, helping coordinate efforts across teams and ensuring we deliver results for the businesses we serve.
At Sheltowee, we are builders, problem-solvers, and partners. Our team brings together years of experience in business growth, operations, technology, and strategic support — all focused on helping businesses and investors succeed.
Boone was adopted into the tribe and given the name Sheltowee, which means “Big Turtle.” The Chief who adopted him believed Boone had the broad shoulders and steadfast nature of the turtle — a symbol of strength, resilience, and steady progress.
We chose the name Sheltowee because it reflects the spirit of exploration, courage, and forging new paths. Boone opened new territories for those who followed — we aim to do the same for entrepreneurs, investors, and growing businesses.
At Sheltowee Network, we help businesses grow, investors discover opportunities, and founders navigate uncharted territory.
We may never match the legacy of our namesake, but every day, we strive to live up to the values he represented — strength, perseverance, and bold exploration.
