Travis W.

Travis W. is an experienced talent acquisition leader currently serving as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Ava Labs since November 2021, where responsibilities have included overseeing recruitment efforts and leading teams in a high-performance environment focused on Web3 innovations. Prior to Ava Labs, Travis held roles at Smith Arnold Partners as a Senior Information Technology Recruiter, specializing in senior and executive level recruitment for permanent roles, with successful placements in high-profile positions within the digital assets and crypto sectors. Additional experience includes positions at Mission Staffing and International Market Recruiters, both focused on capital markets and financial services, as well as a tenure at Bank of America as Vice President, managing a substantial repo book. Furthermore, Travis spent a decade at MKP Capital Management in various positions, including Portfolio Manager, contributing to investment strategy and risk management. Travis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut.