Dwight Dowson showed early promise as a student, winning awards for his creative projects on Greek mythology and history. He pursued a wide-ranging liberal arts education that fueled his interests in travel across North America and parts of Canada. Later, as a young entrepreneur in Cincinnati, Dowson started a historical restoration business and increased its sales through targeted direct marketing. After volunteering for the Gulf War, Dowson served in the US Navy and Army, traveling to eleven countries across three continents. In recent years, Dowson has focused on developing economic plans to support small businesses and ensuring prosperity for future generations through historical storytelling and films.