Reflecting on Marc Hurwitz's CIA Career and Path to Entrepreneurship | Success in South Florida (Ep. 59)

Adam Rossen sits down with Marc Hurwitz — former CIA officer turned successful entrepreneur and founder of Crossroads Investigations. From high-stakes intelligence work to building South Florida’s premier private investigation firm, Marc shares how hustle, persistence, and strategic networking transformed his life and career.

Marc takes us through his fascinating career journey—from an eager political science student at SUNY Buffalo, to internships at the State Department and National Security Council, to a decade with the CIA that began on his first day: September 11, 2000. With riveting stories and hard-earned lessons, Marc reveals how skills from the intelligence world translate directly to running a business, building relationships, and scaling with intelligence.

 

This episode dives deep into the entrepreneurial mindset, including why outsourcing non-core functions, surrounding yourself with experts, and investing early in systems like CRMs and bookkeeping are game-changers. Marc also shares candid insights on the challenges of hiring, the mindset shift needed to delegate effectively, and the pivotal role of organizations like Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) in his growth.

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From undercover surveillance to creative pandemic pivots (including virtual martini classes), Marc’s journey offers a masterclass in adaptability, networking, and finding opportunity in every challenge. Whether you’re fascinated by spy stories or looking for real-world business growth strategies, this episode delivers inspiration and practical advice in equal measure.

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🎯 Episode Highlights

✅ From CIA analyst to private investigator and entrepreneur

✅ The power of internships and building genuine relationships

✅ Why outsourcing non-core work accelerates growth

✅ How to identify, keep, and elevate top talent

✅ Pandemic pivots that kept clients engaged

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⏱️ Chapters

00:30 – Meet Marc Hurwitz

02:15 – From SUNY Buffalo to the White House & CIA

11:20 – Taking the leap into entrepreneurship in 2008

15:30 – Outsourcing, scaling, and key business systems

20:57 – Hiring the first employee & mindset shifts

26:09 – Discovering the Entrepreneurs’ Organization

37:41 – Inside the world of private investigations

41:30 – Marc’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

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About Marc Hurwitz

Marc Hurwitz is the founder of Crossroads Investigations, an award-winning, full-service private investigation agency based in South Florida. A former CIA officer with extensive field experience, Marc now serves clients nationwide, specializing in insurance defense, family law investigations, and corporate intelligence. Learn more at xinvestigations.com.

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☎️ — 866-976-2371

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