Joshua Justin Travis

Joshua J. Travis is a strategic nonprofit leader dedicated to advancing equity and expanding access to opportunity. Over the course of his career, he has strengthened mission-driven organizations by building sustainable teams, securing new resources, and scaling programs that transform lives.

Travis has led the growth of nationally recognized initiatives such as Becoming a Man (BAM) and Working on Womanhood (WOW) at Youth Guidance, expanding evidence-based mentoring programs that equip young people with the skills to succeed in school and beyond. He has also supported local nonprofits in developing the infrastructure to become trusted hubs for education, advocacy, and resource-sharing in their communities.

In the health sector, Travis has worked with the Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Association, advancing efforts to improve clinical trial access and ensure that underrepresented communities are included in the future of treatment and care. His approach blends community engagement, fundraising, policy strategy, and data-driven impact—always centering equity and long-term sustainability.

Travis holds a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology with minors in Biological Sciences and Criminal Justice from Illinois State University, a Master’s in Nonprofit Management from DePaul University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership at Governors State University. Known for his ability to translate vision into action, he continues to help organizations navigate complexity while staying true to their mission.