Our Team

The people behind Willow Two.

Two brothers at the helm, a team that shares their values, and advisors who help us see further.

Founders

Two brothers. One partnership.

Shawn Eapen

Shawn Eapen

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

The operator and dealmaker. Shawn built and scaled the family's first business together, a medical supply distribution company serving labs and hospitals, and leads Willow Two's real estate and hospitality investments, structuring deals and running operations across the portfolio.

Stephen Eapen

Stephen Eapen

Co-Founder & Vice President

The creative and growth engine. Stephen founded Risen Management and leads marketing, content creation, talent management, creator e-commerce and branded merchandise, building the brands and audiences behind our companies.

Leadership Team

The team building with us.

Ali Karatas

Ali Karatas

Finance Director

Associate at Chase and Director of Operations for Real Exo Co., bringing banking and hospitality operations experience. Holds a bachelor’s degree in Business and Finance from North Park University.

Joel Mathew

Joel Mathew

Supply Chain Director

Leads sourcing, logistics and fulfillment across the portfolio. Previously served as Supply Chain Coordinator and then Supply Chain Manager at Crane and Engie. Holds a bachelor’s degree from DePaul University and an MBA in Business Analytics from the University of Illinois Chicago.

Jason Gonzalez

Jason Gonzalez

Director of Digital Design

More than 10 years of experience in UI/UX and digital design, shaping brand identities, websites and digital products that are clear, modern and built to convert.

Advisory Board

Advisors

Anish Eapen

Anish Eapen

Vice President, Grace Printing

More than 30 years of experience in printing and operations, overseeing production and day-to-day operations at Grace Printing.

Dr. Isaac Jose

Dr. Isaac Jose

MD · Advisor

Medical doctor at Cook County Hospital, advising on healthcare, wellness and the medical distribution roots of the business.

Dr. Titus Eapen

Dr. Titus Eapen

PhD · President, Grace Printing

More than 30 years of experience in the printing industry, leading Grace Printing as President.

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