Travis Barnes

Travis Barnes is the Global Co-Head of Capital Markets at Barclays Corporate & Investment Bank. He has an extensive career in the banking industry, spanning over 20 years. Before his current role, he served as the Global Head of Financial Sponsors Group and Sustainable and Impact Banking at Barclays, and previously held positions such as Co-Head of Global Debt Capital Markets and Risk Solutions Group.

Professional Background

• Barclays: Barnes joined Barclays in 2006 as a Director in Debt Capital Markets and was promoted to Managing Director shortly thereafter. He has held various leadership roles, including:
  • Head of Financial Institutions Debt Capital Markets (2012)
  • Co-Head of Debt Capital Markets and Risk Solutions Group for the Americas (2014)
  • Global Co-Head of Capital Markets (2023) alongside Tom Johnson.125
• Morgan Stanley: Prior to joining Barclays, he worked at Morgan Stanley in various investment banking roles across the U.S. and Asia, focusing on debt capital markets, corporate finance, and M&A, particularly with financial institutions.1

Education

Travis Barnes graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and English from Lafayette College.1

Community Involvement

He is actively involved in various initiatives within Barclays, including serving as the Chair of the Americas Citizenship Council and being a member of the Americas Banking Operating Committee. He has also contributed to diversity initiatives within the firm.13

Personal Life

Barnes resides in New York City with his wife, Ramona, and their three children.1 He is also associated with the Unreasonable Group as a mentor, supporting sustainable business practices through their partnership programs.4