The Growth in East Tennessee’s Tech Industry with Travis Howerton

ConnectTheKnox

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Travis Howerton, local entrepreneur, CEO, and co-founder of RegScale. Travis shares his journey through U.S. national security, his roles at Oak Ridge National Lab and Bechtel, and how his experiences led to the creation of RegScale. They discuss the entrepreneurial climate in Knoxville, the region's growth and appeal to tech innovators, and the impact of clean energy initiatives. Travis also delves into the exciting opportunities for young professionals in Knoxville. Tune in to learn how Knoxville is quickly becoming a hub for innovation and clean energy. Show Highlights: (00:00) - Intro (00:38) - Meet Travis Howerton (01:59) - Why people are relocating to Knoxville (03:18) - East Tennessee as a clean energy powerhouse (05:08) - RegScale’s role in local nuclear facilities (06:25) - Travis’ background (07:12) - What RegScale looks for in students (08:37) - Ad - Just Homes Group (09:09) - RegScale’s growth plan (11:11) - Incorporating AI (12:53) - Who is Travis Howerton? (14:15) - Opportunities for younger people in Knoxville (16:28) - Favorite parts of Knoxville (18:05) - Where you can find out more about RegScale Links Referenced: RegScale’s Website: https://regscale.com/ Connect with ConnectTheKnox - Follow the Podcast -

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