Travis Brown is a seasoned business professional with nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, and fundraising. Currently, Travis serves as a Senior Development Officer at Henry Ford Health, where he works with key stakeholders to secure major philanthropic gifts, contributing to a $100+ million annual goal. This career has allowed him to build expertise in leadership, relationship-building, and delivering impactful results across a variety of industries. Travis wanted to join the Read to a Child Detroit Board due to love for reading being one of the most significant factors in his success. Reading exposed Travis to endless possibilities, broadened his awareness, raised his expectations, and inspired intentional actions that transformed his reality. Travis strongly believes that when children develop a love for reading at an early age, they too can unlock a world of opportunities.