Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Credentials: FINRA Series 6, 7, 24 and 63 Licensed
How I Support Our Advisors
In the complex landscape of financial services, staying compliant shouldn't feel like a barrier to growing your business. As the Head of Supervision at Innovative Financial Group (IFG), my mission is to partner with our advisors and their staff, providing clear guidance and support for all compliance and supervision-related inquiries.
Advisors typically turn to me for help navigating the supervision of trades, new accounts, advisory relationships, and branch audits. I specialize in solving compliance roadblocks, helping to untangle complex regulatory scenarios so our advisors can move forward with confidence.
"When advisors work with me, I want them to feel a genuine sense of partnership. Compliance doesn't have to be daunting; my goal is to ensure you always know I am right here in your corner to help you navigate the rules and protect your business."
Professional Background & Expertise
With 26 years of dedicated experience in the financial services industry, Travis brings a deep, seasoned perspective to IFG's compliance and supervision operations. Prior to joining our team, he built a robust career at respected firms like Transamerica and Signator, where he specialized in Investment Advisor (IA) compliance, advertising review, and conducting thorough branch exams.
For Travis, compliance is about much more than just rules and regulations—it's about people. What he enjoys most about his work is building strong, trusting relationships with our advisors and helping them successfully navigate the regulatory landscape to keep their practices safe and thriving.
Behind the Scenes: Outdoors & Team Spirit
When he is not keeping the firm compliant, Travis loves embracing the Florida lifestyle and spending quality time with his family, which includes his dog, Toby.
- The Great Outdoors: On the weekends, you’ll find Travis heading out of the office to disconnect and recharge. His absolute favorite activities include camping, boating, and fishing.
- Game Day: He is a passionate sports fan and loves cheering on his local NFL team—go Tampa Bay Buccaneers!