Biz & Tech with Aegis

Molly Lord is the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend, a nonprofit organization that helps children realize their potential and build their futures through mentorship with adult role models. Brian Walgamott, shareholder of Thomas Howell Ferguson P.A. and leader of bookkeeping services, is the former board chair of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend. In this episode, Blake, Brian...

James Milford is Head of School at Maclay School, a coeducational college preparatory day school enrolling nearly 1,000 students in Tallahassee, Florida. James has a long tenure as an educator and administrator, formerly the Associate Headmaster at Darlington School in Rome, Georgia.  In this episode, Blake and James discuss Maclay School, James’ career path to becoming Head of School, youth educa...

Allison Aubuchon is President and Founder of Allison Aubuchon Communications, a public relations company which provides a range of services including strategic communications, media relations, messaging, advocacy, coalition building and more. Allison is also a co-founder of WellConnector, a health tech startup that helps patients and providers more easily share and access important personal health...

Jason Gonzalez is a partner and founder of Lawson Huck Gonzalez, a law firm specializing in litigation and appellate law. In this episode, Blake and Jason discuss state law, politics, Jason’s career, technology, and more. Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/​​ Participants:  Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business Technologies Jason Gonzalez, Partner and Founder, Lawson Huck Gon...

Josh McLawhorn is the President of Level Up Digital Media, a video production company which creates documentaries,  brand videos, and commercials. Josh is the director of a new feature documentary film, “UNFILTERED: The Truth About Oysters” about Apalachicola Bay and the global collapse of oyster reefs. The film recently had its world premiere at the Sarasota Film Festival, and is headed to other...

Heather Kirson is a partner at The Elder Law Center of Kirson & Fuller. Heather is a Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney who is focused on the sensitive issues facing elders and their families, specializing in Medicaid Asset Protection Planning, VA Benefits, Guardianship, Probate, Trust Administration and Special Needs Trusts. Heather’s legal experience is enhanced by her prior care...

Heidi Otway is the President of SalterMitchell PR, an agency which specializes in public relations, public affairs, marketing, advertising, and crisis management. In this episode, Blake and Heidi discuss Heidi’s background and approach to work, leading a team to achieve organizational goals, technology, crisis management and more. Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/​​ Part...

Ryan David Reines is the Executive Director and Founder of North Florida Wildlife Center, a nonprofit organization in Monticello, Florida which rescues and cares for wild animals including birds, mammals, and more. Additionally, the North Florida Wildlife Center allows visitors to interact with the animal residents on guided tours. In this episode, Blake and Ryan discuss wildlife rescue, nature ed...

Hammerhead Communications is spearheaded by Skip Foster, a pillar of Florida’s journalism scene and the former president and publisher of the capital city’s newspaper of record, the Tallahassee Democrat. His connections to media outlets throughout the state give his clients an advantage not experienced with other communications firms.  This critical difference allows Skip to shape messages in a wa...

Ryan Cohn is Partner and Executive Vice President at Sachs Media. Ryan serves as a senior communications advisor and media strategist for some of the nation’s most-respected corporations, nonprofits, associations, and thought leaders. A skilled storyteller with more than 15 years of integrated marketing and public affairs communications experience, Ryan has helped to shape the national conversatio...

Dr. JR Harding is an advocate, leader, volunteer, and educator about topics of disability and accessibility. A leader within the disability community from both personal and professional experience, Dr. Harding has contributed for the past 38 years in national, state, and community public policy to advance the independence and self-sufficiency of persons with disabilities. He is a former two-time p...

In this episode of Biz & Tech, Logan Hill hosts the show and interviews Aegis CEO Blake Dowling about the history of the company known today as Aegis Business Technologies. We also learn about Blake’s own path to becoming CEO. Aegis has been in business for 25 years, starting as a technology repair company, and evolving over its 25 years into a managed services provider which offers a variety...

Berneice Cox is President and CEO of United Way of the Big Bend, which supports charitable social and economic aid programs throughout the 8 county Big Bend region, in addition to initiating its own programs. A former lobbyist, and host of the weekly TV show “Our Tallahassee Issues”, Berneice now leads the charitable efforts of UWBB in our community.  In this episode, Blake and Berneice discuss ph...

Eduardo Gonzalez Loumiet is the CEO of Ruvos, a technology company which provides a range of services including data analytics, cyber security, cloud computing, and more. Eddie is leading and organizing Launch Tally, an initiative to support and promote Tallahassee’s technology companies.  In this episode, Blake and Eddie discuss education, technology companies in Tallahassee, Launch Tally, and mo...

McKenzie Burleigh is the Associate Publisher of Rowland Publishing, which produces and distributes more than three dozen magazines, including Tallahassee Magazine, 850 Magazine and many others. McKenzie is from Utah, but has called Tallahassee her home for many years since she attended Florida State University.  In this episode, Blake and McKenzie discuss the world of publishing, McKenzie’s person...

Charlie Mars is a singer / songwriter from Mississippi whose style includes elements of folk, country, and pop. He has released multiple studio albums and toured and played with some of the biggest bands around. In this episode, Blake and Charlie discuss Charlie’s music, craft, and career in the music industry, including Blake’s time as his tour manager, and the journey he has taken along the way....

Brant Menswar is an author, motivational speaker, former rock star, and founder of the app Bookycall. In this episode, Blake and Brant discuss Brant's time in the music industry, Brant's books, podcast, motivational speaking, and new app Bookycall which helps people match with books they are likely to enjoy reading. Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/​​ Participa...

Antoine Wright is the Executive Director of Big Bend Habitat for Humanity. As a former building contractor and longtime Habitat for Humanity volunteer, Detroit native Antoine Wright answered the call to lead Big Bend Habitat for Humanity, which serves Tallahassee and the surrounding areas as well as contributing to affordable housing work abroad. In this episode, Blake and Antoine discuss affordab...

John Dailey is the Mayor of Tallahassee. Born in Miami but raised in Tallahassee, John has been serving Leon County and Tallahassee for many years in a variety of roles, from School Board Member to Director of the Florida Institute of Government, Leon County Commissioner, and Mayor of Tallahassee.  In this episode, Blake and John discuss all things Tallahassee, John's career from "A to t...

In this special edition of the Biz and Tech podcast, Jay Revell of Revell Media interviews Blake Dowling of Aegis Business Technologies about his upcoming book, Professionally Distanced. In this episode, Jay and Blake discuss writing, big ideas, Blake's background and history, music, football, managing a business during the pandemic and much more. Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www...

BillieAnne Gay is the Director of Legislative & Advocacy Services at the Florida School Boards Association. After a college career playing catcher on FSU’s softball team, BillieAnne entered the education space, working for Leon County Schools and now serving as Director of Legislative & Advocacy Services for the Florida School Boards Association. She is still a big supporter of FSU athleti...

Sally Bradshaw is the owner of Midtown Reader in midtown Tallahassee. After a career in politics, having worked for former US presidents and Florida governors, Sally started Midtown Reader as both a bookstore for Tallahassee’s avid readers, and as a gathering place for the community. In this episode, Blake and Sally discuss authors, books, operating a bookstore during the pandemic, cybersecurity,...

Monica Casey is WCTV's Capital City Correspondent/MMJ, covering issues of local government and politics. She reports for early afternoon and evening newscasts. Before joining the WCTV family, Monica was a morning reporter in Harrisonburg, Virginia for our sister station, WHSV. While there, she covered issues including the inner workings of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham drug court, lawsuits rela...

Matt Thompson is Managing Partner of For The Table Hospitality which created food and beverage brands such as Madison Social, Township, Centrale, Social Catering & Events, So DOUGH Baking Co., Magda’s, and Happy Motoring. Matt also serves as Department Chair for Flagler College’s Strategic Communication Major. He has taught various communication courses at Florida State University, University...

Charleita Richardson is the Executive Director of Florida College Access Network. Florida College Access Network (FCAN) sparks fresh thinking, showcases actionable ideas, and partners with communities working to improve educational achievement for all Floridians—especially first-generation college students, low-income students, adult learners, and other students outside the mold of the “traditiona...