Travis Y. has extensive experience in leadership and executive roles. From 2004 to 2017, they worked at Vortex® - Solids & Bulk Handling Components, where they held positions such as Vice President - Global Business Development & Marketing and Executive Vice President - Marketing & Global Strategy. Travis'sresponsibilities included overseeing strategic vision, business development, and marketing worldwide. In 2018, Travis became President & Chief Executive Officer of Vortex®, focusing on achieving growth and delivering value for stakeholders. In 2020, they took on the role of President & CEO at Spectrum Metalcraft, a company of Vortex Global, which specializes in custom metal fabrication and component manufacturing. Travis is also involved in various organizations, including serving as an Executive Board Member at Rolling Hills Zoo and as a Board Member at the Stiefel Theatre. Additionally, they hold the position of Vice President at the PROCESS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION. Travis's experience is marked by their strategic focus and extensive involvement in business development and marketing.
Travis Y. attended Kansas State University from 1994 to 1999, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Marketing and International Business. In August 2003, they also obtained a certification as a NAUI Rescue Diver from the National Association of Underwater Instructors.
Vortex® - Solids & Bulk Handling Components
Vortex engineers and manufactures slide gate valves, diverter valves, dustless loading spouts and iris valves for the purpose of handling dry bulk solids. Examples of the industries we serve: -Cement -Chemical -Energy & Power -Food & Beverage -Industrial Sand -Milling & Grains -Mining & Minerals -Plastics Since 1977, Vortex has handled thousands of dry materials for more than 15,000 clients worldwide. With over 21 products lines and over 8 million design variations, Vortex will select the appropriate valve and modifications for the most the customer's specific application. There is a wide range of dry bulk applications ranging from pressure or vacuum pneumatic conveying, dense phase conveying, and gravity flow conveying. Are products are designed to not leak or dust to atmosphere and are serviceable while in-line reducing production downtime. Vortex products are backed with the highest level of technical support in the industry, with service centres throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia.