Leadership
A team built
for this venture.
Board of Directors
Banking. Law. Hunting.
Real estate. Community.
Our board was assembled with intention — every seat filled by someone whose expertise directly serves the venture. From executive banking and legal counsel to 25+ years of South African field experience, this is a team that can acquire, operate, and grow a world-class safari lodge.
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Rob Maines, Esq.
President & CEO
Attorney and owner of Maines Legal Group PLLC. Juris Doctor from Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law; B.S. in Criminal Justice from Bethel University. A 16-year U.S. Army veteran and combat medic deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom, his service instilled the integrity, resilience, and commitment that define his leadership.
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Adam W. Reynolds
Banking & Financial Transactions
15+ years of executive banking experience. VP at SunTrust, community bank market leader, compliance officer, and President & CEO of a troubled financial institution — which he turned to well-capitalized in 12 months. He later founded Sweetwater Valley Bank. An avid wingshooter and adventurer whose passion for the outdoors aligns directly with Leeu Doring's mission.
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Jaco Nel
Professional Hunter & Outfitter
Qualified Professional Hunter and outfitter with 25+ years of field experience in South Africa. Owner of Mafuta's Safari and Taxidermy. Deep expertise in ethical hunting, conservation, and lodge operations, as well as international client service for hunters from around the world.
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Heinrich Matthews
Registered Professional Hunter
30-year-old registered Professional Hunter with 10+ years in South African hunting and game management. BComm in Business Management. Lifelong expertise in land management, wildlife conservation, and delivering exceptional service to international hunting clients.
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Zarna Hicks
Business Owner & Real Estate Developer
Self-made entrepreneur and construction business founder. Real estate developer and lifelong outdoorsman whose personal safari experience in South Africa directly inspired the formation of Leeu Doring Safaris. Brings deep project development and capital deployment expertise to the board.
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John Fox, DDS
Dentist & Community Leader
Dentist for 40+ years and 28-year school board member in his community. A passionate hunter, fisherman, and traveler whose love of adventure and family reflects the spirit and values of Leeu Doring Safaris. Brings decades of community leadership and institutional trust to the venture.
Professional Support
Independent advisors.
Full transparency.
Sweetwater Valley Holdings retains independent, third-party professional support across legal, investment banking, and custody functions — ensuring best practices throughout the offering and operations.
Legal Counsel
Parsons and Associates
c/o Melissa Parsons
601 Tennessee Ave.
Etowah, TN 37331
601 Tennessee Ave.
Etowah, TN 37331
Investment Bank
Sweetwater Valley Bank
c/o Adam W. Reynolds
301 N. Main St.
Sweetwater, TN 37874
301 N. Main St.
Sweetwater, TN 37874
Custody
First National Bankers Bank
7813 Office Park Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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