Ilion, NY – In another episode of Carl Ulinski’s Building Local Business podcast, electronics whiz Michael Taylor of Tailored Computer Care recounts his journey from self-taught coder and National Guard military police officer to full-time tech troubleshooter.
Kicking off as a 2009 side hustle amid deployments and night classes, Taylor hit pause on repairs—until a 2023 epiphany led him to ditch corporate gigs for good. Now thriving in Ilion’s Central Plaza (next to LabCorp and Dollar General), he’s rebuilt his shop bigger and better, partnering with the Ship & Print store for seamless shipping and printing synergies.
Listeners will geek out over wild repair stories, like resurrecting a sledgehammer-smashed iPhone from the Ilion DPW or shipping full PC towers cross-country for lightning-fast fixes. Taylor’s not just fixing gadgets—he’s fueling community spirit.
Hear how the Boo Bash drew nearly 1,000 locals (outpacing candy supplies from Dollar General), and get the scoop on the upcoming winter festival: themed Christmas trees for gifting to the less fortunate, Santa visits, caroling, and hot cocoa galore at Franco’s Pizzeria. Plus, a timely PSA debunking Windows 10 end-of-life myths—no forced upgrades needed.
From 3D-printed Grinch ornaments to honest pricing that skips the corporate nickel-and-diming, Taylor’s blueprint for growth—expanding suites, hiring local interns, and staying rooted in Herkimer County—proves small-town tech can punch big. “We’re here to serve the community that’s building us,” he says.
Catch the full episode for unfiltered insights, laughs (including a Southern “y’all” showdown), and inspiration to support local. Watch on YouTube (or below) or stream wherever you get your podcasts—search for the Studio 25 Podcast Network today!