Turning Point: Founder Journeys from Grit to Glory
Turning Point dives into the moments that define the entrepreneurial journey. Each episode features candid conversations with founders who share the real stories behind building their businesses—from early struggles and setbacks to breakthroughs and success.
Hosted by Blaine Bertsch, the show uncovers the raw, behind-the-scenes experiences that rarely make the headlines. Guests reflect on the hard lessons, tough decisions, and pivotal moments that shaped their paths as entrepreneurs.
Whether you're a seasoned founder or just starting out, Turning Point offers honest insight, shared struggles, and inspiration from those who’ve lived it—so you can navigate your own journey with perspective and grit.
Turning Point is Produced by Dryrun: Forecasting Software for the Office of the CFO
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Episodes
79 episodes
Sabir Semerkant of Growth by Sabir
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch speaks with Sabir Semerkant, founder of Growth by Sabir and a leading voice in e-commerce strategy. Sabir shares his unlikely path from childhood coder to e-commerce consultant, unpacking how dat...
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Season 4
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Episode 79
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1:00:51
Kirstin Carey of Evolve
In this episode, Blaine Bertsch sits down with entrepreneur Kirstin Carey to unpack her journey through marketing, public speaking, the restaurant industry, and the wellness space. From launching gluten-free restaurants to creating a wellness p...
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Season 4
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Episode 78
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50:55
Eli Portnoy of BackEngine
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Eli Portnoy to explore his candid and compelling journey through multiple startups. From launching his first venture in college to leading companies like Sense360 and BackEngine, E...
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Season 4
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Episode 77
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47:55
Adam Nathan of Blaze
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Adam Nathan, CEO of Blaze, to explore the mindset, experiences, and strategies that have shaped his entrepreneurial path. Adam shares lessons from his time at Apple and...
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Season 4
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Episode 76
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54:07
Ken MacKenzie of Fresh Victor
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine sits down with Ken McKenzie, founder and CEO of Fresh Victor premium mixers, to explore his entrepreneurial journey from co-founding Republic Tequila to revolutionizing the cocktail mixer market.
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Season 4
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Episode 74
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56:00
Borja Cuan of Four15 Digital
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine interviews Borja Cuan, Co-Founder of Four15 Digital, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the foundational lessons that have shaped his career. From selling golf balls as a child to leading a succe...
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Season 4
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Episode 75
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48:05
Robert Grazioli of Bread
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine chats with Robert Grazioli, the Managing Partner of Bread, a Brooklyn-based Digital Agency. They dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, highlighting the unique challenges and growth opportuniti...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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56:18
Eric Hui of Terracea
In this episode of Turning Point, Eric Hui, founder of Terracea, shares his journey from corporate life to creating a cold-weather outdoor apparel brand. He discusses identifying market gaps, the challenges of product development, and the impor...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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44:53
Shena White of Your Pocket CFO
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch and Sheena White dive into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, exploring Sheena’s reluctant start in business and the pivotal moments that shaped her journey to success. Together, they unpack...
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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44:05
Tom Schwab of Interview Valet
In this episode, host Blaine Bertsch chats with Tom Schwab, founder of Interview Valet, for an in-depth discussion about the entrepreneurial journey. Together, they explore the challenges and rewards of building a business, emphasizing the impo...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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46:28
Jon Gillham of Originality AI
In this conversation, Blaine interviews John Gillham, founder of Originality AI, discussing his journey into entrepreneurship, the evolution of content marketing, and the impact of AI on content creation. John shares insights on bu...
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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49:57
Mandi Gunsberger of Nourish Travel
Join host Blaine Bertsch as he sits down with Mandi Gunzberger, a powerhouse entrepreneur with a track record of launching successful ventures like Babyology and Nourish Travel. Mandi dives into her entrepreneurial journey, sharing the early sp...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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49:20
John and Mark Cronin from John’s Crazy Socks
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch interviews John and Mark Cronin, the father-son duo behind John’s Crazy Socks. In 2016, Mark found himself unemployed at 58, while his son John, who has Down syndrome, was facing the "21-Year-Old...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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46:22
Bradley Hamner of Blueprint OS
Bradley Hamner, Founder and CEO of Blueprint OS, shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges he faced in scaling his business. He discusses the importance of sales skills, hard work, and the need for systems and processes to achiev...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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49:51
Ilya Kroogman of The Digital Panda
In this episode of "Turning Point," Blaine Bertsch, CEO of Dryrun, interviews Ilya Kroogman, founder of The Digital Panda, about his entrepreneurial journey and business growth. They discuss the challenges of hiring and the transition to remote...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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49:01
Mike Begg from AMZ Advisors
Join us on "Turning Point" as Mike Begg, co-founder and CEO of AMZ Advisors, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of his business. Mike discusses his early experiences, from working at a marina to selling on Amazon and launching...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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44:15
Brandon Gano of Whadif
Join us on "Turning Point" as Brandon Gano, Co-founder of Whadif, shares his entrepreneurial journey. From starting young to focusing on larger, more profitable clients, Brandon discusses the importance of having a clear mission and vision for ...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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44:02
Herb Cogliano from Aspire Growth Advisors
In this episode of Turning Point, Herb Cogliano, Managing Partner at Aspire Growth Advisors, shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights into the employment business. He discusses the early industry days and how his father's company pioneer...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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46:31
Adam Levinter from Scriberbase
Adam Leventer, the visionary behind Scriberbase, unveils the narrative of his entrepreneurial voyage. Diving into the intricacies of launching a consulting venture and navigating the turbulent waters of the couponing industry, Adam talks about ...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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45:59
Zach Coleman from GymMark
Zach Coleman, the owner of creative agencies GymMark and Creatitive, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced in the creative industry. He discusses the importance of having an entrepreneurial mindset and the influence of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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52:03
Sam Jenkins from Punchcard Systems
On this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch interviews Sam Jenkins, CEO of Punchcard Systems. They cover his entrepreneurial journey, focusing on his shift from web design to creating a healthcare analytics platform and the nuances of team...
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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48:47
Matt Howard from Maverick Agency
In this episode, host Blain Bertsch, CEO at Dryrun, is joined by Matt Howard from Maverick Agency in Calgary, a creative agency known for its innovative work.The conversation explores Matt's entrepreneurial journey, starting from his ear...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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38:05
Rob Danard from Black Owl Systems
In this episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch welcomes Rob Danard from Black Owl Systems to discuss his story of entrepreneurship and innovation. The episode kicks off with Blaine reminiscing about meeting Rob in Texas during South by...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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56:15
Lior Pozin from AutoDS
In this episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch dives into the innovative world of e-commerce and dropshipping with guest Lior Pozin, CEO and co-founder of AutoDS. Lior shares his story of building AutoDS from its inception as a simple ...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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38:32
Eric Mayville from Fairgame
In the latest episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch chats with Eric Mayville, the Co-Founder and CEO of Fairgame, where they aim to revolutionize the golf tech landscape, concentrating on building community and enhancing the golf expe...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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