Blake began his work in the Auburn community as a personal trainer. Over the span of fifteen years, Blake and his wife helped build a community focused on wellness. For the past seven years, Blake has been working with Auburn University, establishing the Personal Training Program within the Recreation and Wellness Center. He also serves the student population as an instructor in the School of Kinesiology, where he focuses on connecting with students and meeting their needs. Blake has recently shifted gears to the Coordinator of Employee Wellness position. Now, his goal is to give back to the employees and identify gaps in their wellness journey.