What does wealth really mean? On Defining Wealth Beyond the Numbers Podcast, host Thomas Dowling, Head of Wealth Management at Alliance Global Partners of the Lowcountry, sits down with business and community leaders from across the country to explore how they’ve built meaningful lives along with successful careers.
In each episode, guests share their journeys from their very first job to the leadership roles they hold today, offering a candid look at the pivotal moments, lessons learned, and values that shaped them.
Through personal stories and honest reflections, Defining Wealth uncovers the many ways we measure wealth, including financial, highlighting the relationships, purpose, and passions that matter most.
Latest Episode
Season 1: Episode 22
Michael Fleenor: Building Long-Term Value in Business and Life
On this episode of Defining Wealth: Beyond the Numbers, Tom Dowling sits down with Michael Fleenor, CPA and Accredited in Business Valuation professional.
On this episode of Defining Wealth: Beyond the Numbers, Tom Dowling sits down with Ben Shelton, founder of Shelton Law Group, to discuss advocacy, leadership, and helping people navigate challenging situations with confidence. Ben shares his journey from prosecutor in South Carolina’s 14th Judicial Circuit to leading a practice focused on personal injury, insurance, business, and property litigation, while highlighting the value of trust, relationships, and community service in both business and life.
Building Tradition Through Sports, Business & Community
On this episode of Defining Wealth: Beyond the Numbers, Tom Dowling talks with Derek Paton of the Heritage Classic Foundation about the RBC Heritage, sports marketing, and the tournament’s impact on the Lowcountry and beyond.
On this episode of Defining Wealth: Beyond the Numbers, Lynn King, Sr. Director of Business Development Mira Sol Health, joins Tom Dowling for a conversation centered on community, service, and impact. Lynn shares her experiences working across the Lowcountry and the role relationships and collaboration play in building strong, connected communities. The conversation highlights how purpose-driven work can shape both personal fulfillment and long-term legacy.
Experience, Integrity, and Long-Term Relationships
On this episode of Defining Wealth: Beyond the Numbers, Jonathan Taber sits down with Tom Dowling to discuss leadership, relationships, and the value of a long-term perspective. With deep ties to the Lowcountry and years of experience in business, Jon shares how integrity, consistency, and a people-first mindset have shaped his career. The conversation explores what it means to create value not just professionally, but personally and within the community.