Can Army supply chains really prepare you to fight cyber threats?

In this episode of Veteran Led, CPT Edward Tuorinsky, U.S. Army (Ret.), shares how military problem-solving shaped his journey from leading troops to leading one of the most trusted cybersecurity and compliance firms in the Defense Industrial Base.

Ed explains how the Army taught him to lead through uncertainty, improvise under pressure, and protect what matters most. He breaks down the state of government contracting, what businesses need to know about cyber defense, and why Veterans have the skills to thrive in GovCon.

You’ll also hear:

• How Army logistics experience led to a career in cybersecurity
• The story of founding DTS and growing it into a leading government contractor
• Key differences between military and civilian leadership
• Mentorship, mission focus, and core values in business
• Why Veterans belong in GovCon and cyber defense

👉 Who should watch/listen: Veterans considering entrepreneurship, business leaders navigating cybersecurity, and anyone curious about how military service translates into business success.

🔗 Learn more about DTS: dothesecurity.com

What would you pay to protect your focus, your family, and your mission?

In this episode of Veteran Led, host John S. Berry tells the true story of a Marine Veteran who wrote a $97,000 check—not to keep fighting a legal battle, but to take control of his peace and focus. It’s a leadership lesson on knowing when to press forward and when to let go.

John breaks down how leaders can recognize when a problem is doing more harm than good—and how making the hard call can help you lead stronger.

Whether you're a Veteran, entrepreneur, or team leader, this episode will help you think differently about where you spend your time, energy, and focus.

Key topics covered:

• When the cost of holding on is too high
• Leading under pressure without burning out
• Tactical decision-making for long-term success
• Why letting go can protect your mission
• Mental health and stress management for leaders

Ethical leadership isn’t about saying the right things—it’s about setting the standard and living by it.

In this episode of Veteran Led, host John S. Berry explains the difference between values, morals, and ethics—and why leaders must define them clearly for their teams. Drawing from military experience and legal ethics, Berry outlines a tactical approach to building trust, accountability, and alignment in any organization.

Learn how to build ethical clarity, create core values that actually mean something, and why empowering your team to say “no” is a sign of real leadership.

Whether you’re leading a small business, a legal team, or a Veteran nonprofit, this episode gives you a framework to lead with integrity—and help others do the same.

Key topics covered:

• Why values and ethics are not the same
• How to establish clear, consistent ethical standards
• Core values that drive the Berry Law culture
• The leadership power of saying “no”
• How to build an ethical organization from the ground up