Biz & Tech with Aegis

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Jun 2026

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The Biz & Tech Podcast is hosted by Aegis Business Technologies CEO, Blake Dowling. Aegis is a Managed Services Provider (IT Support) in Tallahassee, Florida. On the podcast we talk about business and technology and then really get to know what drives our guests. What do they love about their work, tech, politics, community service, cocktails, cooking, travel, and sports. We let the conversation follow it's natural course and we open with a joke. Come join us.

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June 2, 202631 min

Marketing and Leadership with Tom Derzypolski

Tom Derzypolski is the President and Co-Founder of Bowstern, an integrated marketing firm. Tom is also currently running for Tallahassee City Commission Seat 3.In this episode, Blake and Tom discuss growing a small business, Tom’s military service, community leadership, time travel, Jimmy Buffett, and much more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Biz TechTom Derzypolski, President & Co-Founder, Bowstern, Candidate for Tallahassee City Commission Seat 3WEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

April 1, 202631 min

Civic Engagement and Tech with Joseph Visconti

Joseph Visconti is the Founder and CEO of Delilah, an app which allows citizens and policy professionals to engage with legislation in real time. Delilah uses AI to clarify the language in bills, and helps foster discussion and civic engagement. In this episode, Blake and Joseph discuss civic engagement, AI, surfing, the Grateful Dead, competitive distance running, and much more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Biz TechJoseph Visconti, Founder / CEO, DelilahWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

January 14, 202641 min

Commercial Real Estate and Skateboarding with Daniel Wagnon

Daniel Wagnon has over 15 years of commercial real estate experience with 4+ years in capital markets, investment banking, and asset valuation. His clientele include both users and owners of commercial real estate throughout the southeastern United States. Daniel’s main focus has been on providing strategic planning for corporate and government clients including portfolio optimization, analyzing consolidated opportunities, and executing real estate leases, acquisitions, dispositions, and developments. In this episode, Blake and Daniel discuss commercial real estate, local politics, skateboarding, music, sports, and much more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesDaniel Wagnon, Principal / Broker / Director, Structure Commercial Real EstateWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

December 17, 202527 min

Public Service and Perseverance with Loranne Ausley

With more than 20 years of public service, having served in the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate, Loranne Ausley is running for Mayor of Tallahassee. She is a senior advisor to the Lawton Chiles Foundation and board chair of the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation. Loranne is also a marathon runner and triathlete.In this episode, Blake and Loranne discuss public service, competitive triathlons, music, books, and more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesLoranne Ausley, Candidate for Mayor of the City of TallahasseeWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

October 17, 202536 min

Commercial Construction with Jay Smith

Jay Smith is President of Ajax Building Company and represents the 3rd generation of the Smith family that has run Ajax. Growing up, he was immersed in the business side of the industry with both his father and grandfather managing the family company. He is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and is proud to carry on the Ajax legacy while applying values instilled in him from an early age.In this episode, Blake and Jay discuss business legacy, community engagement, friendships, and much more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesJay Smith, President, Ajax Building CompanyWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

September 18, 202530 min

Association Management with Bennett Napier

Bennett Napier is the President and CEO of Partners in Association Management, a professional services firm that serves as a strategic and operational partner for not-for-profit organizations. Bennett has been a Certified Association Executive for over 25 years and was named as one of “Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders” for seven years in a row by Florida Trend Magazine. He holds a Master of Science in Applied American Politics and Policy from Florida State University and has completed additional postgraduate work in Public Policy and National Security from the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Institute of World Politics.In this episode, Blake and Bennett discuss career milestones, books, heavy metal, and much more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesBennett Napier, President and CEO, Partners in Association ManagementWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

August 23, 202532 min

Business Leadership Strategy with Mike Dennison

Mike Dennison is the CEO of Dennison Leadership Group, a highly sought-after leadership coach, customer experience executive, organizational consultant, and speaker. He is the author of the #1 bestselling book Clarity Principles and the creator of the Clarity Principles framework, which helps businesses and leaders implement clear, strategic operating principles to drive exponential growth and build a world-class culture. He specializes in helping organizations eliminate complexity, achieve operational clarity, and cultivate high-impact cultures that fuel long-term success.In this episode, Blake and Mike discuss business management and growth, organizational culture, business leadership, cybersecurity, books, sports, time travel, and more.Produced by:Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesMike Dennison, CEO, Dennison Leadership GroupTrusted Advisor to CEOs Eliminating Operational FrictionWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

June 28, 202532 min

Business and Leadership with Sue Dick

Sue Dick is the President and CEO of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, a position she has held since 2000. She is the first female executive to lead the Chamber. She is known for her dedication to community involvement, leadership roles in various organizations, and advocacy for economic development.In this episode, Blake and Sue discuss the Tallahassee business community, Sue’s personal history and career, the growth of the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, cybersecurity, organizational leadership, and more. Produced by:Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesSue Dick, President & CEO, Greater Tallahassee Chamber of CommerceWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

May 27, 202530 min

Vinyl Records with Carter Jacobs

Carter Jacobs is the owner and founder of Rearview Vintage & Vinyl, a record store in Midtown Tallahassee, FL. Carter started Rearview Vintage & Vinyl from his own personal record collection. In this episode, Blake and Carter discuss musical, concerts, records, time travel, and more. Produced by:Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.com/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesCarter Jacobs, Owner/Founder, Rearview Vintage & VinylWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales

May 9, 202530 min

Trucking and Transportation with Elizabeth Emmanuel

Elizabeth Emmanuel is the Vice President of Public Affairs at the Florida Trucking Association. Emmanuel has a diverse professional background in both the public and private sectors. She most recently worked as CEO of the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority, which was responsible for economic development and advocacy in Tallahassee. Prior to working in government, Emmanuel worked for corporate and family-owned funeral homes and then at the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. She is the Chair of Leadership Tallahassee, and a School Advisory Committee member for Lively Technical College. Emmanuel is a graduate of Tallahassee State College and valedictorian of Mid-America College in Indiana.In this episode, Blake and Elizabeth discuss trucking, career milestones, celebrity encounters, favorite books, and more. Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/ and Charlie Bravo Pictures https://www.charliebravopictures.comParticipants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business TechnologiesElizabeth Emmanuel, Vice President of Public Affairs, Florida Trucking AssociationWEBSITE - https://www.aegisbiztech.com FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/aegisbiztechINSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/aegisbiztechTWITTER - https://twitter.com/aegissales