Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 2003
What is your primary product or service?
Shell Capital is investment manager to a separate account program at Trust Co. of America. The firm runs a actively managed, tactical, trend-following investment program with a objective of absolute returns and creating specific results through the process of tactical trading decisions.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The portfolio manager became a trader in 1994 with a commitment toward creating results through tactical decision-making.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Shell Capital is a quantitative trading firm, with a focus torward trend-following and trend systems. As a investment manager, the firm actively creates its results as opposed to a passive, get what you are given, method.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location with clients around the country. No plans to open more locations. Most of the firms investors are in other locations and communicate via email or phone.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Knoxville, TN
What type of payments do you accept?
Investors accounts are established at Trust Company of America, a FDIC member bank, and titled in thier own name. Shell Capital does not accept any deposits. Deposits are made directly to Trust Co. of America.
Which areas do you service?
All 50 states. The firm is federally registered with the SEC.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Mike Shell is the president and runs daily operations.
What are your hours of operation?
9-5pm