Travon Williams’s journey is one of resilience, redemption, and remarkable success from the tough streets of Los Angeles to the boardrooms of thriving businesses. Growing up surrounded by challenges and even facing time in prison, Travon refused to let his circumstances define him. Instead, he used his experiences to build a thriving entrepreneurial career and now dedicates his life to empowering others to overcome their struggles and achieve greatness.
By Editions L.A. in Pump it up magazine
34 pages, published 11/27/2024
As the founder of multiple businesses, Travon is not only an inspiration but also a resource for aspiring entrepreneurs. His work focuses on creating opportunities, mentoring individuals from similar backgrounds, and offering practical services to help others succeed.
In this exclusive Pump It Up Magazine feature, Travon shares his journey, insights into mental wellness, and actionable tips for entrepreneurship—all aimed at inspiring readers to pump up their lives and pursue their dreams.
Los Angeles, CA – November 2024—Travon Williams, a trailblazing entrepreneur and founder of Global Billboards, is redefining digital marketing and advertising through innovation and determination. Having faced a turbulent early life growing up in Los Angeles, Williams’s journey from overcoming adversity to building a nationwide business empire serves as a source of inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and community members alike.
Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Change
Growing up in Los Angeles, Travon Williams faced the harsh realities of street life, often feeling pressured to prove himself to fit in. Reflecting on his formative years, Williams shared,
“I was in and out of trouble as a kid, just facing street life. I often felt I had to prove myself to belong with the other kids from the streets.”
A pivotal realization came as he grew older. Surrounded by successful entrepreneurs, Williams discovered a deep-seated passion for self-employment, sparking his resolve to chart his own path to success. “I always knew whatever I did, I would become self-employed,” he said.
Transformative Experiences in Prison
During a challenging chapter in his life—his time in prison—Williams underwent a profound transformation.
“While in prison, I got a keen sense of who I am,” he explained. “I knew I was destined for greatness, so my focus has always been getting myself together spiritually and mentally, so I can be a role model to others in my predicament.”
With faith as his anchor, Williams leaned on God to cultivate resilience and purpose.
Building a Business Empire
Today, Travon Williams is the driving force behind Global Billboards, a dynamic digital marketing company that provides innovative advertising solutions to clients across the nation. Inspired by his childhood fascination with billboards, Williams has turned his dream into reality, offering cutting-edge services like mobile billboard campaigns.
In addition to Global Billboards, Williams has expanded his entrepreneurial vision with two additional ventures:
- Ezee Keyes: Redefining the luxury rental experience, Ezee Keyes offers exclusive high-end accommodations paired with seamless service. Williams’s commitment to accessibility and excellence has set a new benchmark in the luxury rental market.
- Mistro Global: Empowering individuals and businesses with customized financial solutions, Mistro Global focuses on strategic investment planning and financial literacy initiatives. Williams’s dedication to wealth-building opportunities enables clients to unlock their financial potential while navigating an increasingly complex economic landscape.
Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
For those facing financial or personal obstacles, Williams has a simple yet powerful message:
“Go for it. Chase your dreams. If you don’t go for your dreams, you’ll be working for someone helping them achieve theirs.”
He also emphasizes the importance of mentorship, calling it a crucial element of success. “Mentorship is a very important role in being successful,” he noted. “As a reward, I feel it is important to pay it forward to mentor others.”
Maintaining Balance and Motivation
Balancing the pressures of running multiple businesses with maintaining mental and emotional well-being requires discipline and faith. Williams credits his success to prayer, a close support network, and his ability to adapt and reinvent himself during tough times.
“You have to sometimes isolate yourself and go back to the drawing board,” he said.
Future Vision and Goals
Travon Williams envisions continued growth for his ventures, with plans to expand into new markets and innovate further.
“We are implementing mobile campaigns and looking to add a city on the East Coast,” he shared enthusiastically.
Connect with Travon Williams
To learn more about Travon Williams and his companies, or to get involved in his initiatives, visit:
- Website: www.globalbillboardsofficial.com
- Instagram: @Global.Billboards
- Facebook: Global Billboards
About Global Billboards
Global Billboards is a forward-thinking digital marketing and advertising company specializing in innovative billboard solutions. With a mission to revolutionize the way businesses connect with audiences, the company delivers impactful campaigns that drive results nationwide.
About Ezee Keyes
Ezee Keyes is a premier luxury rental company offering exclusive accommodations and exceptional customer care. By providing high-end properties and seamless service, Ezee Keyes has set a new standard in the luxury rental industry.
About Mistro Global
Mistro Global provides tailored financial solutions designed to empower individuals and businesses. From strategic investment planning to financial literacy initiatives, Mistro Global helps clients achieve their wealth-building goals with confidence and clarity.
- Pump It Up Magazine: Can you tell us about your early life growing up in Los Angeles and the challenges you faced?
Travon Williams: Growing up in Los Angeles, I was in and out of trouble as a kid, just facing street life, I often felt I had to prove myself to belong with the other kids from the streets.
- Pump It Up Magazine: What pivotal moments in your life inspired you to change your path and strive for success?
Travon Williams: I have grown up around people who were successful entrepreneurs. I always knew whatever I did, I would become self-employed.
- Pump It Up Magazine: How did your experiences in prison influence your outlook on life, mental health, and business?
Travon Williams: While in prison, I just got a keen sense of who I am, I knew I was destined for greatness, So my focus has always been getting myself together spiritually and mentally, so that I can be a role model to others in my predicament. Keeping my mental together, I’ve learned to lean on God for all things.
- Pump It Up Magazine: Can you share some details about the businesses you’ve created and the specific services you offer?
Travon Williams: Our company offers digital marketing to clients nation wide. I have always been fascinated with billboards growing up as a kid.
- Pump It Up Magazine: What advice would you give to someone looking to start a business but facing financial or personal obstacles?
Travon Williams: I would tell them to just go for it, to chase their dreams, if you don’t go for your dreams you’ll be working for someone helping them achieve theirs.
- Pump It Up Magazine: How do you balance the pressures of running multiple businesses with maintaining mental and emotional well-being?
Travon Williams: I constantly keep my faith up by staying in constant prayer and keeping a small support group around me to help keep my spirits lifted.
- Pump It Up Magazine: What role does mentorship play in your work, and why is it important to you?
Travon Williams: Mentorship is a very important role in being successful, we all should have a mentor. The mentor is apart of a team. There are people who help you become successful. As a reward, I feel it is important to pay it forward to mentor others.
- Pump It Up Magazine: What are your go-to strategies for staying motivated during tough times?
Travon Williams: You have to sometimes isolate yourself and go back to the drawing board. Reinvent yourself.
- Pump It Up Magazine: What projects or goals are you currently working on, and where do you see yourself in the future?
Travon Williams:We are currently implementing mobile campaigns. We currently launched a mobile billboard campaign in the Los Angeles Area, We are looking to add a city on the east coast
- Pump It Up Magazine: How can people connect with you or get involved in your initiatives?
Travon Williams: we can be reached on Facebook at Globalbillboards, Instagram Global.Billboards and www.globalbillboardsofficial.com
Founder & CEO, Global Billboards, Ezee Keyes, and Mistro Global
Email: info@globalbillboardsofficial.com