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Welcome once again to The Million Dollar Relationships podcast. Today we are going to learn about the mythical entrepreneur, adventurer, and inventor Travis Rosbach! Travis has spent the last thirty years studying and practicing all things business, and the previous ten years as an advisor, consultant, public speaker, and business coach to a wide range of industries, celebrities, individuals, and even countries. He not only shares his tradecraft with others but also practices it in the many startups he is currently involved in.  He is the founder of Hydro Flask and other highly successful business endeavors. Prior to entrepreneurship, Mr. Rosbach was a SCUBA dive Master/Instructor (PADI 158190), US Merchant Marine Boat Captain (50 Tons), Commercial Airline Pilot (ATP), and was/is a world explorer.

In this episode of MDR, we sit down with Travis to learn about his incredible journey of following his heart and passions. From growing up between Salem and St. Croix to becoming a dive master and 50-ton US merchant marine boat captain, to starting his own fence company, to launching Hydro Flask, Travis has done it all. He shares why he moved back to Oregon after becoming a commercial airline pilot, how he started Wahoo Signs & Screen Printing in Oahu, as well as his experiences doing yoga and paddle boarding around the world. With the help of his mom's unwavering support throughout all these adventures and risks he took; Travis is now a successful business owner who attributes much of his success to her.

Tune in to hear more inspiring stories from Travis on hard work, determination, and resilience!

[00:00 - 07:34] Following His Heart: The Journey of Travis Rosbach

·         Travis was born in Salem, Oregon, and grew up between Salem and St. Croix.

·         Travis was surrounded by the ocean and started his dive master and instructor training at a young age.

·         Travis was captaining boats around the world but knew his true calling was in business.

·         Travis was fascinated by business and grew up reading books on successful entrepreneurs.

·         Started a fence company with a girlfriend in Oregon, then moved to Oahu and started Wahoo Signs & Screen Printing

·         Founded Hydro Flask after noticing there were no reusable water bottles on the market

·         Sold Hydro Flask and traveled for a while before starting The TUM Group in Bend Oregon

[07:34 - 13:47] How One Person Changed the Course of Travis' Life

·         Travis' mom has had the biggest impact on his life and business.

·         Travis pursued what they wanted to try and followed their heart.

·         She has been his biggest cheerleader and advocate.

·         Travis became a dive instructor after his mom encouraged him to chase his dream.

·         She has always been there for him through thick and thin and continues to support him in everything he does.

·         Travis is grateful for everything she has done for him and considers her the best person he knows.

[13:47 - 19:34] A Glimpse of our Host’s Life

·         Kevin's dad told him that the harder he worked, the more successful he would be.

·         Kevin spent 4 years in the military and 7 years working as a commercial fisherman in Alaska.

·         Kevin saved up money to start his own business and made $120,000 after taxes.

·        In the end, Travis and Kevin agree that going through experiences gives you the confidence to pursue other opportunities, and making mistakes along the way is all part of the journey.

 [19:34 - 21:23] Closing Statements

"The harder you work the more successful you'll be.” – Travis Rosbach

"Money doesn't solve everything.” – Travis Rosbach