Media, Music & Tech

In this episode, we sit down with Rockland County businessman, entrepreneur, musician, and community advocate Tom Ossa to discuss his journey and his perspective on the future of Rockland County.

Tom developed his business acumen growing up around his family’s bike shop. In 2007, he launched his first business, Rockland Web Design, and later purchased the domain name RocklandNews.com for $4,300, creating a platform focused on covering local stories without bias or personal opinion. Today, RocklandNews.com is adapting to the rapidly changing media landscape and exploring how artificial intelligence can shape the future of local news.

Tom’s life has also been shaped by personal tragedy. At age 12, he lost his father, who was killed by a drunk driver while changing a tire. As a shy child, Tom found an outlet in music, eventually becoming active in the local music scene and organizing events and festivals that raise money for local charities.

Deeply involved in Rockland County’s nonprofit and community organizations, Tom offers a unique perspective on the challenges facing the county.

We discuss Rockland County’s biggest issues, the future of local journalism, the role of nonprofits and businesses, artificial intelligence, and where Rockland County is headed in the years ahead.

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