218: The Maverick Mind of an Entrepreneur, Travis Howerton - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

" Treat people well, work hard, have a plan." Host Laurie Barkman welcomes Travis Howerton, a technology and security expert with over 25 years of experience. Travis shares his journey from federal service and the nuclear weapons program to becoming the Co-Founder and CEO of RegScale. They discuss the entrepreneurial gene, personality assessments in team dynamics, and the challenges of scaling a business. Travis emphasizes the importance of empathy, hard work, and strategic planning. He also highlights the potential of automation and AI in the compliance industry. Travis discusses his future goals of starting a venture capital arm to support aspiring entrepreneurs in East Tennessee and provides advice on problem-solving and growth. The conversation provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of building and scaling a business. Takeaways: Embrace risk-taking and innovation as key traits for entrepreneurial success. Cultivating a mindset that encourages experimentation and learning from failure can drive growth and open doors to new opportunities. Use personality assessments to enhance team collaboration. Understanding individual motivations and strengths helps build a more cohesive and effective team, ultimately contributing to a healthier company culture. Be prepared for the challenges of scaling a business. Focus on creating clear plans and strategies to navigate obstacles while emphasizing empathy and hard work to keep the team aligned and motivated. Consider giving back by supporting future entrepreneurs. Starting a venture capital arm or mentoring new talent can create a positive impact on your local community and contribute to the growth of the next generation of leaders. Quote of the Show: "Treat people well, work hard, have a plan." - Travis Howerton This Show Is Sponsored by The Business Transition Sherpa® 100 percent of owners will leave their business one day. But few are prepared. Are you? Get your copy of the Amazon best-selling book by nationally recognized expert, Laurie Barkman that reveals how to build business value and plan for succession, transition, or selling the business on your terms....what every entrepreneur needs to know. ✨📖 Get your FREE digital copy of The Business Transition Handbook: btsherpa.com/book 📣 Write a Podcast Review: ratethispodcast.com/successionstories _________________________________________________________________ Connect with Laurie Barkman: Email: laurie@btsherpa.com LinkedIn: in/lauriebarkman Book: Free Download YouTube: @TheBusinessTransitionSherpa Connect with Travis Howerton: LinkedIn: Company website:

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218: The Maverick Mind of an Entrepreneur, Travis Howerton - The Entrepreneur Gene Series is an episode from Succession Stories by Laurie Barkman.

This episode is 34:27 long.

This episode was published on Oct 12, 2025.

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