One Developer. Your Entire Project.
No handoffs. No miscommunication. No surprises.
I'm Jackson White - the only person you'll work with from first call to final launch. CU Boulder economics degree. University of Denver web development certification. 3 years founding my own tech startup.
I've been on both sides: as the developer building websites, and as a business owner waiting for a developer to deliver. That experience shapes how I run Launch Turtle.
Why I Built Launch Turtle
I spent 3 years building a tech startup. I know what it's like to wait months for a website that never ships right. To send emails into the void. To wonder if your project is being worked on at all. Launch Turtle exists because I refused to do that to anyone else.
Education Foundation
NYU Shanghai • CU Boulder • University of Denver
CU Boulder Economics degree. I studied abroad at NYU Shanghai, learning to work across cultures and time zones. Then I discovered programming through data science and enrolled in the University of Denver's web development program - where I learned to build solutions that actually solve business problems.
The Education Phase
2018-2022 • Building the foundation for business-focused development
Startup Struggles
Treasure Tracker • 3 Years • Hard Lessons
3 years. One startup. Countless lessons. I built Treasure Tracker from a napkin sketch to a working product. But the hardest part wasn't the product - it was finding reliable development partners. I learned what it feels like to wait weeks for an update. To pay invoices for invisible progress. To wonder if your project is even being worked on.
What Running a Startup Taught Me:
The Learning Phase
2019-2022 • Discovering the real challenges modern businesses face
The Solution
Launch Turtle • 2024 • Built Different
I built the development partner I wished existed during my startup years. No more waiting weeks for updates - you hear from me every single day. No more mystery invoices - transparent pricing, no surprises. No more template websites - every site is hand-coded from scratch.
The Launch Turtle Promise:
The Solution Phase
2024 • Building what I wished existed
15+ Projects. 5-Star Reviews. Zero Radio Silence.
From martial arts platforms in Delaware to farms in Colorado to travel companies in Cambodia - every client gets the same thing: a developer who shows up, communicates daily, and delivers websites that actually convert visitors into customers.
How we're different
We believe in doing things the right way, not the easy way. Here are the principles that guide every project we build.
We build for everyone, not just some
While other agencies treat accessibility as an afterthought (or skip it entirely), we bake WCAG 2.1 AA compliance into every line of code from day one.
of the population has a disability
"Every website should work for every user. It's not just good business - it's the right thing to do."
Lightning-fast isn't optional
While agencies load their sites with heavy themes and plugins, we hand-code for performance. Every millisecond matters because your customers won't wait.
of users abandon slow sites
"Fast websites don't just rank better - they convert better, sell more, and keep customers happy."
Every line of code is hand-crafted
WordPress themes and page builders create bloated, vulnerable websites that all look the same. We write custom code that's lean, secure, and unique to your brand.
better conversion vs templates
"Custom code isn't just cleaner - it's more secure, faster, and designed exactly for your business goals."
Your data is bulletproof
While others patch security holes after they're exploited, we build security into the foundation. Your customers' data - and your reputation - stay protected.
of cyberattacks target small businesses
"Security isn't something you add later - it's something you build in from the very first line of code."
Dominate local and global search
Most businesses need customers in their area first. We build websites optimized for local SEO so you show up when nearby customers search - while also preparing you for broader reach when you're ready.
of Google searches have local intent
"When someone searches for your service nearby, your website needs to be the first thing they find."
The Launch Turtle Promise
What we'll never do:
- • Use WordPress themes or templates
- • Ignore accessibility requirements
- • Build slow, bloated websites
- • Go radio silent during projects
- • Compromise on security
- • Neglect local SEO optimization
What we'll always do:
- • Hand-code every single line
- • Build for every user, everywhere
- • Deliver lightning-fast performance
- • Communicate daily and transparently
- • Prioritize security from day one
- • Optimize for local and global search
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with Launch Turtle. Get the answers you're looking for.
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Still have questions?
We're here to help! Get in touch and we'll answer any questions about your project.
See What's Holding Your Website Back
Get a free website audit with specific, actionable insights - not a generic report. We'll show you exactly what's costing you customers and how to fix it.
Your Free Audit Includes:
A personalized video walkthrough of your website with specific recommendations - not an automated PDF report.
Your actual Google PageSpeed numbers with explanations of what they mean for your business
Missing meta tags, broken links, indexing problems - the stuff that's hurting your Google rankings
How your site looks and functions on phones - where 60%+ of your traffic likely comes from
Specific elements on your site that are likely causing visitors to leave without contacting you
A clear list of fixes ranked by impact - so you know exactly where to start
Request Your Free Website Audit
Takes 30 seconds to submit. You'll receive a personalized video audit within 48 hours - no strings attached.
The Launch Turtle Difference
Daily updates with screenshots - you'll never wonder about project status
Hand-coded with Astro/React - no WordPress, no page builders, no plugins
3-4 week delivery - not the 3-6 months typical agencies quote
90+ PageSpeed scores guaranteed - faster sites mean more conversions
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