720 Hurricane Milton & TEKnowledge Tech Community

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast

Uncle Marv kicks off the episode with a detailed breakdown of Hurricane Milton's projected path and potential impact on Florida. Using the Windy app, he explains the storm's trajectory, intensity, and the areas most likely to be affected. Marv emphasizes the importance of preparedness and shares personal anecdotes about his family's situation during this challenging time.

The podcast then shifts focus to introduce Ray Cline and Ryan Garrity from TEKnowledge, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Ray explains that TEKnowledge was founded by four MSP business owners to address gaps in the tech industry and give back to communities in need. Over the past three years, they've donated over $500,000 worth of products and services through their TEKSgiving projects.

Ryan Garrity provides insights into their current project in Davidson, North Carolina, at La Escuelita (The Little School). This bilingual school helps Spanish-speaking students and immigrants learn English before entering the regular school system. TEKnowledge is providing security, network, and audio-visual solutions to the school, which currently lacks these resources.

The conversation touches on the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, with Ryan describing the current conditions in Asheville as resembling a "third world country." He shares heartbreaking stories of missing employees and the challenges faced by local communities.

Ray and Ryan discuss how TEKnowledge operates, including their selection process for projects, the organization's structure, and their active Slack community. They highlight the generosity of their members and partners in donating equipment and funds for their charitable initiatives. The episode concludes with Uncle Marv thanking Ray and Ryan for their efforts and encouraging listeners to learn more about TEKnowledge and get involved in their community.

Websites mentioned:

• TEKnowledge - https://www.teknowledge.org

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