Behind the Screens- Meet Blake
Introducing Blake, one of our tech wizards from our Fresno office. Blake is a local, born and raised right here in California’s Central Valley. Having joined our ranks two years ago (come June), Blake brings an impressive arsenal of skills, including an A.S. in Information Technology and a collection of CompTIA certifications, which he put to use previously during his time as an Apple Pro Repair Agent at Geek Squad.
Now he uses that knowledge as a Rapid Response Technician on our RRT Artemis team. When users call or email, he jumps into action, tackling problems head-on and ensuring a quick, painless resolution for our clients
When Blake isn’t helping clients through technical snags, he enjoys spending time with friends, whether that’s sharing a meal, catching a movie, or diving into tech projects. Everything is more enjoyable with friends around!
Just to give you an idea of how committed and passionate he is about the ever-evolving tech landscape, his hobbies also include tinkering with his home server lab and game development, as well as collecting anything with an Apple logo on it.
Read on to learn more about Blake!
What would the title of your autobiography be?
“Hey, What Does This Do?”
What has been your proudest moment at CIO?
When I received a box of cookies from a client after helping them with an issue. Really taught me the impact of what we do on a daily basis and how we make a difference for our clients.
What’s something most people don’t know about you?
As a kid, my brother and I used to be BMX bike racers.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
When you fight with yourself you are fighting someone who knows all your weaknesses, it’s not a fair fight so don’t treat it like it is.
What was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve had?
During Black Friday one year, my only job that day was to direct people to the bathroom.
Would you rather be the funniest or smartest person in the room? Why?
The funniest, Being book smart is something anyone can learn to do but to really be a genuine funny person is something you are born with.
What’s your favorite famous or inspirational quote?
“Do or do not, There is no try.” – Jedi Master Yoda / George Lucas
What’s your favorite TV show? Why?
Person Of Interest. It started out as a normal crime drama, which I’m a sucker for already, but throw in the advanced artificial intelligence and cool visual effects into the mix glued together by an amazing story in the later seasons, and it’s an instant 11/10 for me.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would want Magneto’s powers from the X-Men movies. He can control or create magnetic fields. It basically boils down to anything made of metal he can manipulate, from metal particles in the ground to entire buildings or structures.
What could you give a 30-minute presentation on without any advance preparation?
Basically anything to do with Apple as a company or any of its products.
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Bonus: What 3 words would you use to describe CIO Solutions?
Team, Exciting, Brilliant
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