Artist + Entrepreneur Travis Austin: Being Scared Is A Good Thing

After years in the restaurant consulting business, Travis Austin followed his passion for one-of-a-kind style and started a rock-inspired fashion line. After his hand-painted clothing and accessory pieces landed on some influential musicians and deejays, his business took off and he decided to take his side hustle full time. Today he owns Travis Austin Customs, a fashion company known for its bespoke hats, leather jackets and vintage tees that he paints, embellishes and distresses by hand. We sit down with the entrepreneur to talk about his humble roots, startup journey, expansion plans and business advice for people looking to pivot into their dream job.