Travis Dobias
About Travis Dobias
Travis Dobias serves as the Head of Platform Services at SWIFT, bringing extensive experience in IT service delivery, particularly in banking payment systems and market infrastructures. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arizona and an Executive Masters in IT Management from Solvay Business School.
Work at SWIFT
Travis Dobias has held multiple roles at SWIFT, contributing significantly to various departments. He began his tenure as a Business Analyst from 1995 to 1998. He then progressed to Manager, Commercial Planning and Analysis from 2006 to 2007, followed by Manager, Systems Improvements from 2005 to 2006. Dobias served as Head of swift.com Channel Management from 1999 to 2005 and later as Head of Enterprise Solutions from 2009 to 2013. He also held the position of Head of Tools and Processes group from 2007 to 2009. His role as Head of Agile Transformation lasted from 2018 to 2021. Currently, he is the Head of Platform Services, a position he has held since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Travis Dobias earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from the University of Arizona, studying from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education at Solvay Business School, obtaining an Executive Masters in IT Management from 2013 to 2014. His expertise encompasses IT service delivery, particularly in banking payment systems and market infrastructures. He has strong skills in sales, marketing, service CRM, Finance & HR ERP, and e-business solutions. Additionally, Dobias specializes in IT strategy and governance, agile methodologies, and classic waterfall IT methodologies.
Background
Travis Dobias has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in the IT sector. He has worked in various capacities at SWIFT, where he developed a strong foundation in IT application experience, including areas such as AML, Business Intelligence, and cloud and web technologies. His career spans roles that emphasize package integration, bespoke development, and change management. Since 2016, he has also been a Topic Leader at Solvay Brussels School, contributing to the academic environment in the Brussels Area.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Travis Dobias has made significant contributions to SWIFT, particularly in enhancing IT service delivery and implementing agile transformations. His leadership roles have involved overseeing various teams and projects that focus on improving operational efficiency and service quality within the organization. His extensive experience in IT strategy and governance has positioned him as a key figure in advancing SWIFT's technological initiatives.