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Rasie and Rabasa Dobbins-Turner share their experiences at St. Benedict at Auburndale
Siblings Rasie and Rabasa Dobbins-Turner joined Bluff City Life on WMC Action News 5 to share how their experiences at St. Benedict at Auburndale shaped their lives and futures. Their story highlights the power of generosity and the lasting impact of scholarships.
A Whitehaven tech company expands its headquarters
Oteka Technologies, a Memphis-based technology solutions company, will expand its headquarters from 3,000 square feet to 18,400 square feet at 3349 Winbrook Drive in Whitehaven. Mother and daughter duo Alandas Dobbins and Rasie Dobbins-Turner said Oteka has grown to 65, prompting an expansion.
Alandas Dobbins and Oteka Technologies: Building Innovation and Economic Growth in Memphis
In the heart of Memphis, a powerful story of legacy, leadership, and community transformation is unfolding through the work of Alandas Dobbins and her company, Oteka Technologies. Based in Whitehaven, Oteka is more than just a telecommunications and technology business—it is a vehicle for economic rebirth, infrastructure innovation, and community pride.
Employee of the Month
Employee of the Month
For the month of July we’re highlighting Sean Massey for our Employee of the Month!
Sean’s work is always on point, and his customer service is top-tier. He’s a team player, easy to work with, and consistently leaves clients happy — no complaints, ever! Proud to have one of MSCS’s preferred techs on our Oteka crew.
Innovation and Insight: Alandas Dobbins Inspires at Newcomb Institute
Alandas Dobbins (NC ’89) visited Newcomb Institute as the featured Alberto-Culver Lecture speaker this May. This program was established by Carol Lavin Bernick (NC’74) to bring many distinguished, nationally recognized professional women to campus to meet with students and discuss crucial topics about women in business. Fittingly, the lecture series collaborates with the Women in Business student organization to research and invite guest speakers.
Alandas Dobbins featured in Cheryl Magazine
CEO, Alandas Dobbins, is featured in the Summer 2025 issue of Cheryl Magazine—a powerful edition celebrating women who are building wealth, leading with purpose, and leaving a legacy. In this issue, Ms. Alandas offers her insight on what leadership looks like in the tech and construction industries, drawing from her work at the helm of Oteka Technologies.
Spotlight on Success: Oteka Technologies – A WBEC South Featured WBE from Tennessee
At WBEC South, we take pride in supporting and showcasing the incredible women-owned businesses that are driving innovation and success in our region. As part of our quarterly feature, we’re excited to introduce Oteka Technologies, a standout company from Tennessee that is making a powerful impact in the technology and security industry.
Choose 901 – Meet the Mother/Daughter Duo Behind Oteka Technologies
This Memphis tech firm run by two female Memphian powerhouses, exhibits so much of what we love about this city—Black excellence, the power of family, an exceptional company culture, and tenacity.
Memphis Medical District – Oteka Technologies
MMDC sat down with Alandas Dobbins, owner of Oteka Technologies.
Commercial Appeal – Oteka Technologies owner: ‘We are here to help grow Memphis’
Alandas Dobbins, founder and president of Oteka Technologies, talks about the low-voltage network cabling company
Sispreneur Stories: From Legacy to Leadership: Harnessing Ancestral Wisdom for Business Success with Alandas Dobbins and Rasie Turner
The visionary leaders share their unique mother-daughter partnership, their journey in the male-dominated tech industry and their mission to provide exceptional tech services.
Memphis Biz Journals – Women Who Lead | Technology: Dobbins of Oteka Technologies; Visvanathan of Memphis-Shelby County Schools; Jeffries-Perry of Shelby County Government
Each woman chosen by MBJ’s editorial team has qualities that define leadership — from pushing through IT challenges and moving individual and departmental technology goals forward in difficult times to career-altering decision-making
