Travis Penfield
Travis has always possessed an entrepreneurial spirit—an instinct that has shaped both his career trajectory and personal philosophy. A graduate of Texas A&M University, where he earned a Finance degree from the Mays Business School and graduated Magna Cum Laude, Travis initially pursued what he describes as the “safe route” by beginning his career at Deloitte. However, a personal twist in his post-college journey—and an innate drive for something more—soon led him toward a different path.
Choosing to leave behind a predictable corporate career, Travis embraced the uncertainties of entrepreneurship. This decision reflects his deep belief in the transformative power of one’s twenties. In October 2019, he put this belief into action by stepping away from his role as an Executive Vice President at a financial planning firm to launch his own venture: 49 Financial.