Travis Ferber
About Travis Ferber
Travis Ferber serves as the VP of Strategy & Operations at Fivetran, where he emphasizes execution and team building. With a background that includes roles at McKinsey & Company and Weber Shandwick, he advocates for iterative idea sharing and values learning from mistakes.
Current Role at Fivetran
Travis Ferber currently serves as the VP of Strategy & Operations at Fivetran, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he focuses on strategic initiatives and operational efficiency within the organization. His leadership emphasizes the importance of execution and building effective teams, fostering a culture of humility and courage among team members.
Previous Experience at Fivetran
Before his current role, Travis worked as the Senior Director of Strategy & Operations at Fivetran from 2020 to 2022. In this capacity, he contributed to the development and implementation of strategic plans that supported the company's growth objectives. His experience at Fivetran builds on his extensive background in strategy and operations.
Professional Background
Travis Ferber has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was an Engagement Manager and Solution Leader at McKinsey & Company from 2017 to 2019, and prior to that, he held the position of Director at Weber Shandwick from 2010 to 2013. He also served as an Account Supervisor at Makovsky & Company from 2007 to 2010, and as a Partner and Head of Operations at Zero G Capital from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Travis Ferber has a strong educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Washington University in St. Louis, followed by a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Decision Sciences & Strategy from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. He also studied Modern History at the University of Oxford for one year. This educational foundation supports his expertise in strategy and operations.
Leadership Philosophy
Travis advocates for early idea sharing and iterative improvement, valuing mistakes as learning opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of feedback and encourages a positive reception to it. His leadership philosophy includes prioritizing execution over perfection and fostering a culture of gratitude and vulnerability within teams.