Shawn Owen

CEO & Co-Founder
SALT Lending
Shawn Owen is a pioneering entrepreneur and CEO of SALT, the original bitcoin-backed lender. A Bitcoin advocate since 2011, Shawn believes Bitcoin is the best form of digital property and energy savings.

He co-founded SALT to offer innovative Bitcoin-backed loans, raising over $124 million and establishing a leading position in the Bitcoin lending industry. With over 25 years of business experience, he is recognized for his expertise in technology, capital allocation, and fostering growth.