Travis Barbour
About Travis Barbour
Travis Barbour serves as the Director CRB US/Mexico at Kansas City Southern, where he has worked since 2020. With a background in mechanical and operational roles at BNSF Railway and Kansas City Southern, he specializes in cost control, strategic planning, and team development within the transportation industry.
Work at Kansas City Southern
Travis Barbour currently serves as the Director CRB US/Mexico at Kansas City Southern, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for overseeing operations related to cross-border transportation between the United States and Mexico. Prior to this position, he worked as the Director of the Mechanical Midwest Division from 2017 to 2020. In this capacity, he focused on mechanical operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance within the division while based in Kansas City, Missouri.
Experience at BNSF Railway
Travis Barbour has extensive experience in the railway industry, having worked at BNSF Railway for six years as a General Foreman I (Locomotive) from 2011 to 2017. He was responsible for overseeing locomotive maintenance and operations. Prior to this role, he served as Mechanical Foreman II (Car) for seven years from 2004 to 2011 in Barstow, California, where he managed car maintenance operations. His tenure at BNSF Railway provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical operations and team management.
Education and Expertise
Travis Barbour studied at Colorado State University Global, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership from 2015 to 2017. His education has equipped him with the skills necessary for strategic planning and project development within the transportation sector. He possesses expertise in controlling business costs and reducing labor costs while adhering to budget constraints, which is essential in a fast-paced business environment.
Leadership and Team Development Skills
Travis Barbour has demonstrated strong skills in evaluating the performance and growth of team members. He focuses on aiding in their skill development, which contributes to overall business improvement. His leadership approach emphasizes the importance of fostering talent within teams to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness in the transportation industry.