Make The Turn Podcast

What does it really take to build a winning culture that lasts for decades? In this episode of the Make the Turn Podcast, host Justin Rose sits down with longtime Oakland University men’s basketball head coach Greg Kampe to talk about leadership, loyalty, teamwork, and the turning points that have shaped his career. Kampe reflects on the shift from thinking “look what I did” to “look what we did,” and why understanding the value of the people around you changes the way you lead. Coach Kampe also takes us behind the scenes of Oakland’s move from Division II to Division I, including why he initially opposed the decision, the importance of rebranding the university’s athletic identity, and how his team managed to win a league championship during its first season at the Division I level. From preparing players for life beyond basketball to understanding the real risks involved in “betting on yourself,” Kampe shares lessons built over more than four decades at Oakland. His message is simple: everybody wants to be great until they find out what they have to do to become great. He also explains why relationships matter more as your career progresses, why “we” becomes more important than “me,” and why he wants his legacy to be defined by how much he cared about his players, Oakland University, and the people around him. #Leadership #GregKampe #OaklandUniversity #CollegeBasketball #Teamwork #BusinessLeadership #MakeTheTurn #Podcast #CareerAdvice Established in 2019, Make The Turn emerged with a clear and focused mission: to help companies GROW through marketing. Are you ready to Make the Turn? » https://www.maketheturn.com/

Is your business safe from a cyberattack? 🚨 In this episode of the Make the Turn Podcast, host Justin Rose sits down with cybersecurity expert Hemanth Tadapelli (Binary Hive Technologies) to break down why small and medium-sized businesses are prime targets for threat actors—and why attacks occur every 39 seconds globally. From immediate steps like enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and setting up unique 11-to-16-character passphrases, to managing your family's broader cyber health, Hemanth shares crucial insight on proper "cyber hygiene." He also explains how Binary Hive Tech builds proactive risk matrices to shield local ecosystems from shifting industry threats, ransomware, and supply chain leaks. Protect your reputation and safeguard your workflow before it's too late! Connect with Hemanth Tadapelli on LinkedIn to get a cybersecurity evaluation for your business. #Cybersecurity #BusinessSafety #AI #DataProtection #InfoSec #Podcast #MakeTheTurn #BinaryHiveTech #TechHygiene Established in 2019, Make The Turn emerged with a clear and focused mission: to help companies GROW through marketing. Are you ready to Make the Turn? » https://www.maketheturn.com/

The Final Four is coming back to Detroit—and it’s more than just the games. Dave Beachnau shares how the event has evolved into a full experience, with concerts, fan events, and opportunities for the entire community to be involved—even without a ticket. For Detroit, it’s a chance to showcase the city on a global stage. #MakeTheTurn Established in 2019, Make The Turn emerged with a clear and focused mission: to help companies GROW through marketing. Are you ready to Make the Turn? » https://www.maketheturn.com/

In this episode of Make The Turn, we sit down with Dean Bokuniewicz to explore the non-linear path of a career in sports marketing. From the high-pressure world of NBA ticket sales to navigating corporate layoffs, Dean shares the pivotal moments that shaped his professional journey and led him to his current role leading marketing for one of Detroit's most prestigious events. Dean currently serves as the Director of Marketing for the Rocket Classic at Rocket Entertainment Group. With over eight years of experience in the sports and entertainment space—including tenures with the Detroit Pistons and PointsBet—Dean brings a wealth of knowledge on building a brand, maintaining a network, and understanding the "business" side of professional sports. We dive deep into the essential skills for early-career professionals, including why starting in ticket sales is the best way to master the art of handling rejection. Dean also provides an exclusive look at the upcoming Rocket Classic, discussing the major renovations at the Detroit Golf Club, the intricacies of player recruitment, and how they are prioritizing the fan experience with community-centric pricing. Viewers will gain practical insights on professional resilience, the importance of mental health routines, and how to stay "comfortable being uncomfortable" in a rapidly changing industry. Watch the full conversation with Dean Bokuniewicz. #MakeTheTurn #RocketClassic #SportsMarketing Established in 2019, Make The Turn emerged with a clear and focused mission: to help companies GROW through marketing. Are you ready to Make the Turn? » https://www.maketheturn.com/