Shawn Owen is a visionary entrepreneur and executive with a proven track record of building innovative companies at the intersection of finance, technology, and entrepreneurship. As Co-Founder and CEO of SALT, a pioneer in digital asset-backed lending, Shawn has led the company through multiple growth phases, shaping the future of blockchain-based finance.
Before returning to SALT as CEO in 2022, Shawn founded Equa, Inc., an SEC-regulated transfer agent specializing in digital title and ownership, where he served as CEO from 2018 to 2022. His career also includes extensive leadership in the hospitality industry, where he oversaw operations, P&L management, and team development across multiple restaurant brands.
Throughout his journey, Shawn has been deeply committed to fostering innovation and creating opportunities for others to thrive. A strong advocate for empowering women in business, he actively champions initiatives that advance equity, entrepreneurship, and leadership opportunities for women in the fast-evolving world of finance and technology.
With decades of experience spanning blockchain, operations, and business development, Shawn Owen brings both entrepreneurial drive and a strong belief in inclusive economic growth to every endeavor.

Shawn Owen is featured in the lineup for the WEDO2025 Summit. Learn more about the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization (WEDO).