Our teamProfessionals with heart and mind

The TURNING POINT Foundation was established in December 2021 by Heinz-Peter Schmidt. The founder and the core team of Erika Ziegler, Torsten Steinhaus, Jörg Aleith, Christian Bittner (freelance), Anja Düvel, Sabine Kroker-Hohmann, Jens Kroker and Bernd Zirkelbach (freelance) then developed the foundation's defining structures, processes and programmes. The team has been growing continuously since May 2023 in order to meet the rapidly growing demand for the foundation's services.

Our team combines several hundred years of experience in the fields of inclusive and Paralympic sailing throughout Germany.

• More than 20 "turning point enthusiasts" are part of our team
• Trainers have many years of experience with disadvantaged people, especially children and young people
• Paralympic medallist as a role model for a turning point in life through sailing activity
• Extensive experience in setting up sailing academies and the practical training of coaches
• Sound knowledge and experience in the field of non-profit organisations
• Successful entrepreneurs