Thank You, Travis!

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From : Blackbaud K-12 and More

There really are no words to thank a person who has had such a profound impact. You taught us all how to lead with transparency and respect while caring for one another and our customers. Thank you for your advocacy. Wishing you the very best.

- Abby

Best of luck in your new adventure Travis!

- Jenn Haley

Travis, You have made such an impact on Blackbaud as a whole! You are leaving a lasting legacy behind you. I have always thought you were such a visionary in the education space, and I have loved hearing how you talk to the market over the years. You brought into Blackbaud a new culture focused on our clients and our employees. I will forever be thankful I got to learn under your leadership!

- Ashton Szadek

I am so thankful for being under your leadership for such a long time. Thank you for your guidance and support of my career. I wouldn't be who I am today without your contribution. Best of luck for what the future holds, they are lucky to have such a great leader!

- Kristen Decker

Good Luck Travis and we will all miss you for sure! Hate to see you go but excited for your new adventure and certainly hope our paths will continue to cross!

- Alex Orr

Travis, Thanks for all you've done for me over these past 9 years. It has been a pleasure to learn from you and work with you! I will always remember how much of an impact you made on my career at Blackbaud. Wishing you all the best in your new chapter!

- Rachel Barry

Travis, thank you for all that you've done for me and for everyone in the WhippleHill/K12 family. Your leadership, vision, and ability to craft an inspiring message has secured. a permanent legacy with those who have crossed your path. I will never forget panicking after the seat on the bus speech many years ago, but I'm glad that I' chose to stay on the bus because I've learned a lot since!

- Jacqui Wishart

A huge thank you for all the guidance you gave to me over the years. I can clearly state I would not be in the position I am in now without your leadership and assistance. We created a powerhouse vertical together and you even let me rent your house for a year. My career and life is better for working with you. Thank you for everything and best of luck!

- John Linton

Travis - Thank you for your incredible leadership over the years. Your vision has paved the way for Independent Schools across the country. You will be greatly missed here at Blackbaud, but I am confident we will all continue passionately believing in your vision. Thank you for also believing in me from day one - I am grateful for your mentorship and support along the way.

- Morgan Koenig

Thank you Travis for everything you have done for Blackbaud and our K12 customers. You have left HUGE shoes to fill and wish you all the best in your next adventure!

- Meghan

Travis, You will be missed more than you know! It's never been lost on me that you're the kind of leader who always had an open calendar (despite being double/triple booked) for conversations and guidance. You've inspired so many of us personally and professionally and while it's a sad moment for us, I hope the next challenge brings you all the excitement and fun. Thank you, thank you!

- Elizabeth Bottonari

Travis, you are leaving big shoes for someone to fill. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to work with you over the years and I know we will all miss the knowledge and experience you bring to our teams! I wish you nothing but the absolute best on your next endeavor!

- Sara Watts

Travis, I have so enjoyed working with you over the years and learned so much from you as you built out our education vertical. Thank you for your partnership over the years and best of luck in your next chapter. You will be missed, Amy Kellinger

- Amy M Kellinger

Travis, Thank you for everything that you have done for Blackbaud and for our customers. It was a pleasure to work with you. Best of luck in your next adventure!!

- Amie Hollis

Travis - Thank you for everything you've done for Blackbaud's education portfolio! You are leaving very big shoes for your successor to fill. Wishing you all the best in your next professional chapter. Good luck!

- Melissa Foldvary

Travis!!! I remember how welcoming you were from the moment I stepped foot into that first WH conference. An outsider looking into that amazing experience. Thank you for trusting me and the team while we brought that baby under our wings. Like others, I've learned so much from you - thank you! I know some conference attendees that will miss seeing you on the main stage (haha!). Stay in touch!

- Kristen Belanger "Kbel"

Best of luck

- Zach Epolito

Travis, I am so grateful that you have been at the helm of our K12 group all these years! Your leadership style has been truly inspiring- you are a great listener, you truly value your people and customers, you make time for what is important, and you tell your story in a way that makes everyone want to pull together and achieve it. You've made the entire company at Blackbaud better. Thank you!

- Emilie Thomson

Travis- I'm so excited for you and your next move in your career! What a lucky company to get you as their CEO. I can't begin to thank you for everything you've done for me, the K12 team and Blackbaud as a whole. You're a visionary leader that inspires teams and you will be sorely missed. I will miss you both personally and professionally and hope to stay in touch!

- Annie

As a senior in college, I nervously walked into your office for my first interview for a job in the real world. I was instantly put at ease by your welcoming and easy going nature. Thanks for giving me a chance so many years ago! I always enjoyed working for you and have many fond memories, most especially, of good times at WhippleHill. Congrats on your new job opportunity and best wishes!

- Danielle Sargent

Travis, I've admired you from the first time I saw you on stage at the UC. I've learned much from your calm and straightfoward leadership. It's been a pleasure and honor to engage with you inside Blackbaud for the last few years. All the best to you in your next life's adventure.

- Barb Gill

Wishing you all the best Travis, you will be missed!

- Beth Concannon

Bye Travis! Good luck and great job on your next endeavor. The start of a new chapter. Woop woop!

- Sarah Deris

Travis, Thank you for everything you have done for Blackbaud over the last (almost) 10 years. I had been a privilege to work with you. You are a true gem -- your leadership, empathy for customers and employees and industry knowledge are unmatched. We will truly miss you. Your next company is so lucky to have you at the helm.

- Julia Meseck

Best of luck in your new role!

- James Henderson

Travis, It has been such a pleasure to work with you! You will truly be missed! All the best on your new endeavor!!

- Dana Freeh

Travis, it has been a gift to be able to work under your leadership over the years. You truly set the example of what a leader should be so thank you for being so knowledgeable, inspiring and approachable. Your new company is lucky to have you! Best of luck in your new endeavors!

- Kelsey Huijgen

Thanks for all you've done for K12 and beyond!! Best wishes in your new endeavors and awesome to see you as CEO again, it suites you well!

- Melanie

Travis, What a ride! I will forever be thankful I had the opportunity to join Whipplehill and work under your leadership. You painted a vision and made it happen and then went on to build K12 for Blackbaud surpassing expectations. All the while, staying close to so many of us and providing opportunities for many others. I am thrilled you will be in the CEO seat again and to call you my friend.

- Victoria Marchand

Travis - all the best to you in your new role. They are lucky to have you! Its been great working with you and getting to know you. I appreciate all of the years of work you put in to Whipple Hill and Blackbaud - we have a great foundation on which to move forward. Take care! Aaron Wachholz

- Aaron Wachholz

Good luck on your next endeavor!

- Ryan Wittenberg

I still always chuckle at our first meeting during WH's 2013 UC when I was two weeks in (had worked remotely from Rhode Island) and mistook you for another head of school/director. Thank you for all you have done for us, and I wish you the best of luck in your next endeavor!

- Aaron Richards

Travis, Best wishes on your new endeavor. Thank you for your vision and leadership of making K12 the great product it is today.

- Josee Desmarais

I've enjoyed working with you over the years and appreciate your support and guidance. Wishing you all the best in your next endeavor!

- Liz Hiers

I still remember meeting Travis when I interviewed at WhippleHill in 2002. He took a chance on me and I wound up the WhippleHill IT guy. It's been quite a fun journey over the years (including a few pranks...sorry Kelsey). Best of luck on your next adventure! I literally can't thank you enough for the positive impact you've had on my life!

- Doug Smart

From WH to my seat on the BB bus to the photography class at the NHIA & more, you've inspired & amazed me prof/personally for the past 17 years! No doubt you'll be missed but to quote Andrew Wyeth: “I think a person permeates a spot, and a lost presence makes the environment timeless to me, keeps an area alive. It pulsates because of that.” You've left an indelible mark for sure! All the best!

- Becky McAdoo

Congrats and Good Luck!

- Brian Schalk

Congratulations on your new role! Thank you for all you have taught me and all you've done to amplify the K-12 team! You have shown so many of us what transparent, inspiring, and empathetic leadership really looks like. While this is a huge loss for Blackbaud, I love knowing that there is another group of people out there who will get to learn and be inspired by you as we have!!

- Leanne Vitanzo

Travis, Although, we have not worked as closely together recently, it has been a comfort knowing you were always there & in reach. I have enjoyed the opportunities I've had to learn from you when we were in meetings together. It was always evident how much you knew about the industry, how passionate you were about your work and how much you cared about our customers. Wishing you the best!

- Beth Riccardi

This one hurts! You will be missed by everyone that has been around you and the market as a whole

- Paul Finch

Best wishes on your new adventure! It was a pleasure to work with you.

- Jeff Carbee

I remember the day you pulled into the parking lot at the Proctor Block in a fancy schmancy car - you had left Carnegie Mellon the year before to follow your passion. It confirmed my impression that you were going places! Fast forward to 2002 (ish) - hindsight is always 20-20, but I wish I had hopped in your canoe after that year. Better late than never. Student, boss, and best of all - FRIEND.

- Michele Koenig

Travis, I did not have the opportunity to connect with you on a routine basis, but when I did it was good. I always had confidence in your leadership. I wish you good luck in your next opportunity!

- Dan Whitaker

You will be missed and well wishes for the future.

- Janet M. Rodriguez

All the best for your next role Travis. They're lucky to have you.

- Steve Paduchowski

I'm so grateful to have been able to work with you, Travis. Your leadership and customer philosophy brought so much to the Education space, both at Blackbaud and in the market in general. K12 would not be the place it is now without you. I know I'll have your voice in my head as I continue my career. (Also, I'm sorry I put googly eyes on the posters in the breakroom)

- Erin Stackhouse

Thank you for everything over the years! Best of luck with everything!

- Jared Harbour

Thank you Travis, It's been a pleasure working for you all these years. I appreciate how you've always looked out for us and provided an environment in which we could learn and grow.

- Val

Travis - you've had such a positive impact on Blackbaud & K-12 and you will be missed! I am thankful that I have been able to learn from you over the past few years. I have appreciated your leadership and know you'll do great things with your next role!

- Lauren Crawford

Travis, I am so grateful that you gave me the opportunity to work for WhippleHill back in 2010. Even after my "Wake up, Kristen!" alarm clock started blaring in the middle of our interview. At 11am. To be young again... K-12 would not be what it is today without you. Thank you again for the opportunity and all you've done for Blackbaud. Wishing you the best of luck in your future role!

- Kristen Duval

Travis - Words can't even begin to express the impact you have had on me over the years. I am thankful for your guidance, transparency, thoughtful leadership and above all, caring nature. I am going to miss you but wish you nothing but success as you move onto this new adventure.

- Heather Cullen (Woolfrey)

I'm so sad for Blackbaud Education vertical but so very happy for your new adventure. They are lucky to have you! I have appreciated your welcoming and transparent approach to leadership. I have learned so much especially throughout my WhippleHill years.

- Melissa Tremblay

I want to express gratitude for all you've done for K-12 schools. Your unwavering commitment to high-quality products, creativity & ability to find solutions to complex problems has played a crucial role in the success of countless organizations. I know that you will bring the same level of commitment & excellence to your new role. Your contributions to independent schools won't be forgotten!

- Bryan Lorenzo

Best of luck Travis!

- Gina MacIntyre - Billing Management

I've always been impressed with your leadership and ability to see beyond the immediate need. May your next adventure challenge you, and allow your foresight to continue making positive changes for all involved.

- Mary Bratzler

Thanks for everything over the years! It has been a pleasure working with you. Best of luck in your new adventure!

- Bill Ux

Sending you all of the success and best wishes, Travis. Pleasure working with you and learning from your incredible expertise of the K-12 Private School Market space.

- Lauren Barker

thank you for all your help when Blackbaud first acquired Smart Tuition! You created a lot of opportunity for me at Blackbaud whether it was referring colleagues to me to help with processes or recommending that I work with specific high-profile clients.

- Christina Mannucci (Quinn)

Wishing you the best on your new endeavor. I know you will exceed--just as you did leading us.

Thank you, Travis!