Timothy D. Wilson aka “TDWIL”, a Brooklyn, New York native, United States Navy Veteran, Husband, Father of four adult children, and a grandfather (G-Pops/Pop-Pop) to five, is a retired Technology Specialist with over 30 years experience who currently resides outside Raleigh, North Carolina.
He attended Automotive High School in Brooklyn, New York up to the 11th grade and completed High School in Clinton, North Carolina. He enlisted into the United States Navy shortly after graduating Clinton High.
His Naval career afforded him lots of opportunities for instruction in electronics as he served as a SONAR Technician (Advanced Electronics Technician). He later used his expertise with troubleshooting electronics to teach himself how to troubleshoot computers and software which sprung him into a whole new world of technology, inspiring him to become an entrepreneur after Honorably separating from the United States Navy. He continued the Advanced Electronics path with one of the largest electronics companies in the world while simultaneously forming his own technology company. He later become the owner of multiple Managed IT Services firms employing up six employees and providing training to as many as 29 interns over the course of his technology career.
He is a member of the Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons, Prince Hall Affiliated in the Jurisdiction of North Carolina. Through hard work, determination, and wiliness to help others, he achieved the position of Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master for Sampson and Duplin Counties under the jurisdiction of The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Free and accepted Masons of North Carolina. Tim is also a member of all concordant bodies of Prince Hall Freemasonry to include the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite where he has achieved the thirty-third degree (33°) and rank of Sovereign Grand Inspector General, York Rite bodies, Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Order of the Eastern Star where he has achieved the office of Worthy Patron, and the Worldwide Fraternity of Turtles. Tim also serves as the NC NAACP Armed Services and Veterans Affairs (ASVA) Subcommittee Benefits Chair.
His passion for helping people started at very young age as his Mother taught him and his siblings to always be kind, never judge someone by the color of their skin and to help people in need when possible. These words of instruction from him Mother catapulted his desire to help those in need to new levels and was convinced he could achieve success through teaching others to condition their Mindset to be more productive and becoming an asset to society. As this was not an easy task, Tim embarked on a journey to learn more from those more fortunate to which he would then share this information with those he could reach and to help live better lives.
This passion would no doubt, overflow into this his children who he made a vow to never leave as he recalled being in single parent home and what it taught him. Albeit the situation, he was fortunate to have strong male figures in his life. One of whom was his “Pops”, Phil who taught him to work hard, respect his Mother and women overall, to save money, and to learn something new each day. These values have become part of the fabric of who Tim is today and has also ensured they are part of the fabric of his children and grandchildren.
Beside his deep passion for helping people and celebrating the growth of others through information he’s shared, he is totally wired to the technology. As a Technology Specialist (retired), Tim still enjoys all technology has to offer but also understands and shares the negative influence it can have if not used properly. He constantly shares his views on this primarily the younger generations with the hope that they will utilize what they’ve learned from him to avoid irresponsible use of technology.
Also, a world traveler via his Naval service, Tim has visited and enjoyed the experiences and cultures of 14 countries, becoming a Shellback by crossing the Equator in the Indian Ocean, and serving in the Gulf War. He also became a Blue Nose as one of the ships he served on traveled across the Arctic Circle.
Tim has also had his share of fun in life. He’s worked part-time as part of high-profile security team where he served as a personal security escort to several artists in the music industry to include Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Naughty-by-Nature, Notorious B.I. G., Craig Mack, Mary J. Blige, AC/DC, Metallica, No Doubt, Pharcyde, Cypress Hill, Yellowman, Ziggy Marley, and have met several others.
Along with being a Technology Specialist and a Prince Hall Mason, Tim is also a DJ of 40+ years. He fell in love with music at very young age, thanks to his Mother, Uncle and Aunt. His DJ name… DJ Square Knot! He specializes in playing music of the 60’s to the present He refers to music as his therapy that truly helps him through life experiences.
He is married to an absolutely wonderful woman, who he refers to as his Queen. He and his wife are proud parents of four adult children and they are very proud grandparents to five as well.
Well over a decade ago, Tim had a vision to put all the mentoring and instruction he has done with children into action and formed a nonprofit called Square Knot Kids, Inc. Square Knot Kids is truly a passion for him and he believes it is is calling to engage youth and allow them to explore their creativity through the Arts.
His mottos…“Be REAL, Tell the Truth and you’ll have to say it only once” and “Everything happens for reason”