Travis Kelley
About Travis Kelley
Travis Kelley serves as the Vice President and Senior Government and Nonprofit Relationship Manager at Chase, where he manages banking relationships across eastern Ohio, western Pennsylvania, and northern West Virginia. He has over a decade of experience in the banking sector, including previous roles at First Commonwealth Bank and Syor Group, LLC, and holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business.
Current Role at Chase
Travis Kelley currently holds the position of Vice President and Senior Government and Nonprofit Relationship Manager at Chase. He has been in this role since 2020, working in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area. In this capacity, he manages banking relationships across three states: eastern Ohio, western Pennsylvania, and northern West Virginia. His focus is on serving government and nonprofit organizations, ensuring their banking needs are met effectively.
Previous Experience at First Commonwealth Bank
Before joining Chase, Travis Kelley worked at First Commonwealth Bank for nearly a decade. He served as Vice President and Public Services Sales Officer from 2010 to 2019, where he was responsible for managing public service accounts. He also held the position of Vice President and Commercial Lender for a brief period in 2020. His experience at First Commonwealth Bank provided him with a strong foundation in banking and client relationship management.
Education and Academic Background
Travis Kelley studied at the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business, where he earned an MBA with a focus on Finance and Marketing from 2009 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics from the University of Pittsburgh. Additionally, he completed specialized training in Lending to Municipalities through the Risk Management Association in 2012 and participated in a Banking program with the Pennsylvania Bankers Association from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Development and Community Involvement
Travis Kelley has actively participated in professional development initiatives, including being a member of the Customer Research and Functional Testing (CRAFT) Team for the Midwest region from 2021 to 2022. This role involved providing personal customer feedback to enhance Chase products. He also serves on multiple nonprofit boards, contributing to community development and engagement.
Early Career Experience
Travis Kelley's early career included a role as an Equity Research Analyst at Syor Group, LLC in 2010, where he worked for four months. This position allowed him to gain insights into financial analysis and market research, further enhancing his expertise in the banking and finance sectors.