Critical Mass Business Talk Show | Orange County’s Longest-Running Business Talk Show

Critical Mass Radio Show April 8, 2014 Anthony Girolami and Chuck Wall

Founder and CEO of his own firm Girolami Legal Group, Anthony Girolami joined us in the studio to discuss how middle market companies can use exporting to grow their business sales. Anthony talks about his unusual business path that has now lead him to be able to market and assist companies all over the nation, Mexico and Latin America. Ever wanted to know how powerful the pull of customers are in business? Chuck Wall, founder and CEO of MarketPower Group joined our program to discuss some of the most important customer powers that drive businesses. Chuck talks to us about how middle market companies can better understand the needs of customers and in turn utilize them to profit and grow their business. 

Final Fridays at Brandman University March 28, 2014 Adam Chapnick, Torrey Tayenaka and Cathy Margolin

Critical Mass Radio Show presents Final Fridays LIVE at Brandman University. Our expert panelists included Adam Chapnick, principal evangelist for IndieGoGo; Torrey Tayenaka, CEO and co-founder of Sparkhouse; and Cathy Margolin, Associate Dean of Brandman University. Our guest panelists enthusiastically discussed the issue of how middle market companies can use crowdfunding as a strategic funding option and how utilizing this resource has become a growing trend among many businesses.

Critical Mass Radio Show April 2, 2014 Linda Landers

Linda Landers, Founder and CEO of Girl Power Marketing
joined us in the studio to discuss the role and power of women in
business purchasing decisions. Linda says that in reality, women make
up the majority of consumer purchases and can be an influential target
audience for middle market companies.

Critical Mass Radio Show April 2, 2014 Lara DeVito and Linda Landers

Founder and CEO of FiveToolCFO, Inc., Lara DeVito joined our program to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies improve their business strategy by hiring and working with a senior financial executive. Lara is a strong believer in research driven sourcing and contributes that to success with her clients. Linda Landers, Founder and CEO of Girl Power Marketing joined us in the studio to discuss the role and power of women in business purchasing decisions. Linda says that in reality, women make up the majority of consumer purchases and can be an influential target audience for middle market companies.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 25, 2014 Steve Gross

Steve Gross, managing director at Edison Capital Partners joined our program to discuss how his firm is helping middle market companies increase business profitability. Steve shares with our audiences how his firm helps identify disruptive factors that can hinder a company's profitability and success.

Critical Mass Radio Show April 1, 2014 Dr. Glenn Worthington

Dean of the School of Business and Professional Studies at Brandman University, Dr. Glenn Worthington joins our program to talk about what brought him to Brandman University. Dr. Worthington also discusses the growth of the university since its beginnings and dabbles into Brandman's newest endeavor to create a Competency Based Education program for their students.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show March 27, 2104 Dominick Alongi

President of Pest Shield Pest Control  Dominick Alongi, joined our show from Texas to talk about his firm has become innovators in the pest control industry through the company's principle of practicing excellent customer service. Dominick shares with us some of the ups and downs of the pest control industry and how he continues to run a successful business. 

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show March 27, 2014 Jason Fair and Dominick Alongi

Jason Fair, Chief Executive Officer at Genesis Consulting, having just stepped off a plane from Romania at a NATO conference to join our program, discussed how his background in SAP technologies is helping his clients of middle market companies. Jason talks about how many CEO's and business leaders of middle market companies are reluctant to use SAP technologies for fear of the unknown, but in the end, says it will become a great asset to creating effective business strategies and solutions. President of Pest Shield Pest Control  Dominick Alongi, joined our show from Texas to talk about his firm has become innovators in the pest control industry through the company's principle of practicing excellent customer service. Dominick shares with us some of the ups and downs of the pest control industry and how he continues to run a successful business. 

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show March 26, 2014 Fabie Combs

Entering and winning her first pageant as Ms. Senior Orange County 2013, Fabie Combs joins our program to talk about the Ms. Senior California of America
organization. Founded in 1972, the organization aims to honor and
promote women who have reached the "age of elegance". Fabie also shares
with us some of the work she has done and the events she has been able
to participate in as Ms. Senior Orange County 2013.

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show March 26, 2104 Jerri Rosen and Fabie Combs

After accidentally becoming the founder and CEO of Working Wardrobes 24 years ago, Jerri Rosen has worked to continuously grow the organization. Jerri joined us in the studio to talk about some of the programs and services offered by Working Wardrobes serving men, women, young adults and veterans entering the workforce. Jerri also talks about the organizations up coming event called VetNet Nite. Entering and winning her first pageant as Ms. Senior Orange County 2013, Fabie Combs joins our program to talk about the Ms. Senior California of America organization. Founded in 1972, the organization aims to honor and promote women who have reached the "age of elegance". Fabie also shares with us some of the work she has done and the events she has been able to participate in as Ms. Senior Orange County 2013.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 25, 2014 Glen Carlson

Senior Vice President at BB&T Insurance Service of California, Glen Carlson
joined us in the studio to talk about some of the biggest risk
management issues facing business leaders and CEO's of middle market
companies. Glen shared with us some examples of how risk management can
greatly effect a company and what types of business solutions and
actions a firm should take.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 25, 2014 Steve Gross and Glen Carlson

Steve Gross, managing director at Edison Capital Partners joined our program to discuss how his firm is helping middle market companies increase business profitability. Steve shares with our audiences how his firm helps identify disruptive factors that can hinder a company's profitability and success. Senior Vice President at BB&T Insurance Service of California, Glen Carlson joined us in the studio to talk about some of the biggest risk management issues facing business leaders and CEO's of middle market companies. Glen shared with us some examples of how risk management can greatly effect a company and what types of business solutions and actions a firm should take.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show March 20, 2014 Steve Winston

Founder and CEO of The Payments Company in Richmond, VA, Steve Winston
joined our program to discuss how his firm is helping clients from
middle market companies switch to a digital and automated vendor payment
method. The Payments Company helps its clients customize and manager an
efficient e-payment program

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show March 20, 2014 Darrell Pearson and Steve Winston

Darrell Pearson, Principal at PBK Incorporated, an architecture
engineering and planning firm, joined our program to discuss how their
passion for client driven services have helped middle market companies
reach their goals. Founder and CEO of The Payments Company
in Richmond, VA, Steve Winston joined our program to discuss how his
firm is helping clients from middle market companies switch to a digital
and automated vendor payment method. The Payments Company helps its
clients customize and manager an efficient e-payment program.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 19, 2014 Mike Carroll

Founder and CEO of Intelligent Conversations, Mike Carroll joined our program today to share with our audiences some of the biggest challenges facing CEO's of middle market companies when it comes to their sales strategies. Mike also talks about his blog series that is targeted to business leaders on how to asses their current sales plans and some effective sales solutions.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 18, 2014 Joan Gladstone

Joan Gladstone, Founder and CEO of Gladstone International joined us in
the studio to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies
deal with business crisis. Joan talks about her first major
case in which she took on the crisis management of the Orange County
bankruptcy back in 1994.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 18, 2014 James Alampi and Joan Gladstone

Want to know what are the workplaces biggest time wasters? James
Alampi founder and Managing Director of Alampi and Associates, LLP
joined our program today to talk about what employers and employees can
do to avoid big time wasting barriers and focus on executing and
achieving business results. Joan Gladstone, Founder and
CEO of Gladstone International joined us in the studio to talk about how
her firm is helping middle market companies deal with business crisis.
Joan talks about her first major case in which she took on the
crisis management of the Orange County bankruptcy back in 1994.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 13, 2014 Jim Canfield

Jim Canfield, CEO of Renaissance Executive Forums, joined us in the studio today to talk about how the international organization of CEO Peer Groups is helping business leaders of middle market firms. Jim has been involved in this CEO Peer Group for over 20 years and attributes his own success in business to the power of collaborating with other CEO's through Renaissance Executive Forums. 

Critical Mass Radio Show March 12, 2014 Ron Ashkenas

Ron Ashkenas, Senior Partner at Schaffer Consulting joined the show to discuss how his firm is helping
CEO's and businesses leaders of middle market companies achieve rapid
results.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 12, 2014 Gini Dietrich and Ron Ashkenas

Founder and CEO of the Chicago based marketing and communications
firm Arment Dietrich, Gini Dietrich joined the program to talk about how
middle market companies can use technology and digital communications
to drive sales in a businesses. Gini also talks about the motivation
behind her blog Spin Sucks.Ron Ashkenas, Senior Partner at Schaffer Consulting joined the show to discuss how his firm is helping
CEO's and businesses leaders of middle market companies achieve rapid
results.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 11, 2014 Bruce Conklin

Founder
and Managing Partner at The Fidelis Group, Bruce Conklin joined the
program to discuss how his firm is helping middle market companies
compete in a changing and growing marketplace. With Bruce's background
in business turnaround, Bruce leads his company to focus on assisting
his clients in risk management, operations solutions and marketing
strategies.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 11, 2014 Mark Nielsen and Bruce Conklin

Did you know that approximately 90% of all texts are opened within 3
minutes of being received? Mark Nielsen, founder and executive chairman
of TextPower, Inc. joined us in the studio to talk about how his firm
is using the power of text messaging as a means for faster and a more
cost effective communication application for businesses. Founder
and Managing Partner at The Fidelis Group, Bruce Conklin joined the
program to discuss how his firm is helping middle market companies
compete in a changing and growing marketplace. With Bruce's background
in business turnaround, Bruce leads his company to focus on assisting
his clients in risk management, operations solutions and marketing
strategies.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show March 6, 2014 Leo Munoz

Leo Munoz, a Director of Risk Advisory Services at Padgett Stratemann joins the program from San Antonio, Texas to talk about how his firm helps middle market companies from becoming victims of fraud. Leo specializes in risk advisory services for his clients and insists that all companies, big or small, non-profit or for profit are all at risk for fraud.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 5, 2014 Hank Mondaca

VP of
Western Region at Sonic Mobile Hank Mondaca joined our program to talk
about the usage of text and mobile marketing. Hank discusses some of the
factors on how mobile marketing can be effective to middle market
companies trying to reach out to their target audiences.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 5, 2014 Linda LoRe and Hank Mondaca

Linda LoRe, Co-founder and CEO of Injoy Global joined us in the
studio today to discuss why the majority of employees are unsatisfied in
their work environment and what CEO's and executives of middle market
companies can do to change this alarming attitude. VP of
Western Region at Sonic Mobile Hank Mondaca joined our program to talk
about the usage of text and mobile marketing. Hank discusses some of the
factors on how mobile marketing can be effective to middle market
companies trying to reach out to their target audiences.

Critical Mass Radio Show March 4, 2014 Mark Murphy

Author and speaker, Mark Murphy of the Leadership IQ joined our program to break down the science of leadership. Mark shared with us his step by step program for business leaders and entrepreneurs on how to recognize and learn effective leadership skills in order to maintain a successful and motivated workforce. 

Critical Mass Radio Show March 4, 2014 Eileen McDargh and Mark Murphy

Eileen McDargh, the founder and CEO of the Resiliency Group joined us in the studio to talk about the power of communication and how middle market firms can use the power of resiliency to achieve success in their business. Eileen defines resiliency as growing through challenge or opportunity to achieve success and attributes the growing productivity and motivation to this attitude. Author and speaker, Mark Murphy of the Leadership IQ joined our program to break down the science of leadership. Mark shared with us his step by step program for business leaders and entrepreneurs on how to recognize and learn effective leadership skills in order to maintain a successful and motivated workforce. 

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show February 27, 2014 Craig Forbes

Craig Forbes, founder of Alpha Omega Wealth Management in Virginia joined our show to talk about how his firm helps manage investments and financial issues for individuals and middle market companies. Craig contributes the success of the firm through its commitment and involvement with the community of central Virginia.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show February 27, 2014 Thomas J. Buckholtz and Craig Forbes

Business adviser and innovation consultant, Thomas J. Buckholtz of T.J. Buckholtz & Associates, joined our program to discuss how he has used business innovation to help his clients and talks about how middle market companies can benefit from his method of the Direct Outcomes checklists.Craig Forbes, founder of Alpha Omega Wealth Management in Virginia joined our show to talk about how his firm helps manage investments and financial issues for individuals and middle market companies. Craig contributes the success of the firm through its commitment and involvement with the community of central Virginia.

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show February 26, 2014 James Eckel and Candace Chromy

Candace Chromy, Executive Director of the Heritage Museum of Orange County and James Eckel,
the Director of Development of the Heritage Museum of Orange County
joined us in the studio to share more about the museums newest project
renovation of The Maag Farmhouse.

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show February 26, 2014 Bruce Berman and Kevin Macaulay

Director of the Golden West College Foundation Bruce Berman and foundation board member Kevin Macaulay
joined the program to share more about the goals and mission of the
Golden West College Foundation. Bruce and Kevin also discuss the
foundations main fundraising event, the 17th annual Golden West College
Gala on April 5, 2014.

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show February 26, 2014 James Eckel, Candace Chromy, Bruce Berman and Kevin Macaulay

Candace Chromy, Executive Director of the Heritage Museum of Orange County and James Eckel, the Director of Development of the Heritage Museum of Orange County joined us in the studio to share more about the museums newest project renovation of The Maag Farmhouse. Director of the Golden West College Foundation Bruce Berman and foundation board member Kevin Macaulay joined the program to share more about the goals and mission of the Golden West College Foundation. Bruce and Kevin also discuss the foundations main fundraising event, the 17th annual Golden West College Gala on April 5, 2014.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 25, 2014 Chuck Hester

Managing Partner at Affinity Alliance, Inc., Chuck Hester
joined our program to talk about how to utilize the power and resources
of social media outlets such as LinkedIn to reach your target audiences
and build both a personal and professional brand. Chuck also talks
about his weekly podcasts Linked Conversations.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 25, 2014 Larry Sidoti and Chuck Hester

Larry Sidoti, VP of Development at Yogurtland joined us in the studio to talk about how Yogurtland revolutionary concept of self service set Yogurtland apart from the rest of the soft serve yogurt brands. Larry discuss the three factors that are key points in the success of a brand: a high quality product, a good value proposition and an interactive experience. Managing Partner at Affinity Alliance, Inc., Chuck Hester joined our program to talk about how to utilize the power and resources of social media outlets such as LinkedIn to reach your target audiences and build both a personal and professional brand. Chuck also talks about his weekly podcasts Linked Conversations.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 19, 2014 Lynn Langit

Big Data/Cloud Technical Architect Consultant Lynn Langit,
joined our program to talk about the latest trend in data technology
and how middle market companies and business leaders can benefit from
using this new technology to help grow and expand their firm.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 19, 2014 Chip Espinoza and Lynn Langit

Dr. Chip Espinoza, Author and Director of Organizational Psychology Program at Concordia University Irvine as well as Senior Consultant with Red Tree Leadership joined us in the studio today to discuss his book Managing The Millennials and the issues surrounding millennials entering the current workforce. Big Data/Cloud Technical Architect Consultant Lynn Langit, joined our program to talk about the latest trend in data technology and how middle market companies and business leaders can benefit from using this new technology to help grow and expand their firm.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 18, 2014 Norm Bour

Norm Bour, founder of Vape Mentors
joined our program to talk about how his business background and
experience lead him to create Vape Mentors in which he mentors and
guides newly formed business owners and entrepreneurs, mostly coming
from the millennial generation, on how to run a successful business.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 18, 2014 Jeff Weiss and Norm Bour

Jeff Weiss, the CEO of My Open Road joined us in the studio today to talk about how businesses can participate in the green conservation movement through the promotion of social and environmental responsibility. The My Open Road app allows consumers to monitor way in which they can use the most energy efficient means of transportation. Norm Bour, founder of Vape Mentors joined our program to talk about how his business background and experience lead him to create Vape Mentors in which he mentors and guides newly formed business owners and entrepreneurs, mostly coming from the millennial generation, on how to run a successful business.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast February 13, 2014 Glenn Perkins

Glenn Perkins, owner of Renaissance Executive Forums Silicon Valley, joined us in the studio today to talk about how Executive Forums Silicon Valley is helping middle market businesses to achieve success through his guiding principle of utilizing the power of a team.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 12, 2014 Larry Sternberg

Larry Sternberg, President of Talent Plus returns to the program to talk about what business leaders and business executives do that put off and disengage their employees. Larry discusses out some of the what not to do points in order to keep a high level of employee engagement and a motivated corporate culture.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 11, 2014 Basel Almashat

Basel Almashat, owner of Super Green Solutions
in Orange County, CA joined us in the studio talk about his passion for
green energy solutions and how both companies and individuals can start
to utilize these solutions little by little to create a greener and
cleaner future.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 11, 2014 Thomas Gay and Basel Almashat

Thomas Gay, Executive Chief Officer of Refer.com joined our program to talk about the power of trust based selling and how the referral technology program can be beneficial to business leaders and CEO's. Refer.com was a result of a business merger between 22Touch and TrustedTeam LLC. Basel Almashat, owner of Super Green Solutions in Orange County, CA joined us in the studio talk about his passion for green energy solutions and how both companies and individuals can start to utilize these solutions little by little to create a greener and cleaner future.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 5, 2014 John Twist

John Twist, Vice President of Franchise at Batteries Plus Bulbs,
joined our program today to talk about the driving force behind the
expansion of the battery and bulbs industry. Batteries Plus Bulbs
currently has over 600 franchises across the country.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 5, 2014 Jeff Black and John Twist

Jeff Black, Partner at McDermott and Bull Executive Search Firm, returned to our studio to discuss his "Fit" model to success in finding the right executive for a client firm as well as discussing the state of the executive labor market in Southern California. John Twist, Vice President of Franchise at Batteries Plus Bulbs, joined our program today to talk about the driving force behind the expansion of the battery and bulbs industry. Batteries Plus Bulbs currently has over 600 franchises across the country.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 4, 2014 Steve Smith

Steve Smith the president and founder of Growth Source Coaching,
joined our program today talk about the types business consulting
strategies his firm offers starting with a Business Growth Assessment.
Steve also has a blog series targeting business owners from all over in
which he has recently expanded by adding guest bloggers collaborating in
similar business idea formats.

Critical Mass Radio Show February 4, 2014 Torrey Tayenaka and Steve Smith

Torrey Tayenaka, Co-founder of Sparkhouse production company, joined us in the studio today to discuss the power of video marketing and how it not just markets a brand, but tells a story. Torrey started his first production company at age 15 and has plans to continuing expanding his brand and vision. Steve Smith the president and founder of Growth Source Coaching, joined our program today talk about the types business consulting strategies his firm offers starting with a Business Growth Assessment. Steve also has a blog series targeting business owners from all over in which he has recently expanded by adding guest bloggers collaborating in similar business idea formats.

Critical Mass Radio Non-Profit Show January 29, 2014 Rae Shirer and Letty Gali

Rae Shirer, District Governor for Rotary District 5320 joined us in the studio to talk about the Rotary International organization. Rae shared with us the different avenues of service that Rotary participates in as well as some up coming Rotary projects within District 5320. Letty Gali, Director and Co-founder of LOT318 joined our program to talk about how her organization focuses on empowering others to make a difference in their own community. Letty shared her passion for helping others and her goals and vision for the future of the organization.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 28, 2014 Angelo Ponzi

Angelo Ponzi, founder of Strategic Market Intelligence joined us in the studio as our 800th guest of the Critical Mass Radio Show. Angelo shared with our audiences how to use social media platforms and engage target audiences to market a brand.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 22, 2014 Joseph Payne and Kenneth Hulbert

Joseph Payne, founder and CEO of Arcturus Therapeutics joined us in the studio today to share with us how we went from being a chemist to an entrepreneur and how his firm uses new RNA technologies to create treatment for diseases. Kenneth Hulbert, executive vice president at DAUM Commerical Real Estate Services joined the program to talk about what makes a top sales performer. Founded in 1904, DAUM Commercial Real Estate is the oldest Real Estate company in California.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 21, 2014 Colin Day and David Fealkoff

Colin Day, founder and CEO of iCIMS joined the program to discuss how he is using SaaS (service as a software) to create talent based solutions and improve the quality of talent acquisition. David Fealkoff, the founder of Adaptive Evolution Partners joined us in the studio to talk about his consulting firm and how using a new evolution of technologies contribute to the progression and success of businesses.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 15, 2014 Teri Sawyer, Gail Miller and Justin Sachs

Teri Sawyer of T&Co and Gail Miller joined us in the studios to talk about the power of using public relations to market a business or company. Justin Sachs of Justin Sachs Companies joined our program to how he got his start, becoming a serial entrepreneur and some of his projecting including his publishing endeavors with Motivational Press.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast January 16, 2014 Conrad Netting

Conrad Netting, president of Netting & Pace CPA's Inc., joined our program today from San Antonio, Texas, to talk about the importance of connecting with his clients and the idea and motivation behind his book Delayed Legacy.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 8, 2014 Larry Sternberg

Larry Sternberg, the newly appointed President of Talent Plus,
returns to the program to talk about what his company does to engage
their employees and why employee engagement is so important in small to
medium businesses.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 14, 2014 Brenda Williams and Patrick McClure

Brenda Williams, president of Your Coaching Solution, joined us in the studio today to talk about creating that "corporate culture" and how having a solid and motivated team can drive a any business to success. Patrick McClure, founder and senior executive of Connexia Group, joined the program to discuss how his company identifies business problems and creates solutions through the Gap Analysis strategy. 

Critical Mass Coast to Coast January 9, 2014 John Dewey

John Dewey, Vice President of Operations at Innovation Technology Machinery joins the program from San Antonio, Texas to talk about the state of manufacturing and how ITM is helping firms find effective manufacturing solutions. ITM was founded in 1929 and continues to grow as leading strategist for local manufacturers.

Critical Mass Radio Show January 8, 2014 Larry Sternberg and John Garner

Larry Sternberg, the newly appointed President of Talent Plus, returns to the program to talk about what his company does to engage their employees and why employee engagement is so important in small to medium businesses. John Garner of Garner Consulting joins us in the studio to discuss topics from his recent health care related webinar and the state of affordable health care today. 

Critical Mass Radio Show January 7, 2014 James Obermayer and Michael Ledray

James Obermayer, the founder and owner of Sales Leakage Consulting, Inc. joins the radio program to talk about the 6 most common forms of sales leakage and these factors can be dealt with and corrected. Michael Ledray, artist and business entrepreneur, joins us in the studio to talk about his successful business venture: Party Time Photo Booth. As a professional photographer, Michael saw the need to expand his vision of just regular photography to an entertainment form and started his own photo booth company in Orange County. 

Critical Mass Radio Show November 20, 2013 Jeff Thrash, Jeanne Valenti and Rick Wilcox

Jeff Thrash, the CEO of the Mental Health Association of Orange County joins us to talk about how is background as a therapist lead him to wanting to help out our under served mental health community. The Mental Health Association of Orange County was founded in 1958 and is also the largest provider for the homeless in Orange County. Jeanne Valenti, a puppy raiser from OC Coastal Puppy Raisers and Rick Wilcox from Guide Dogs for the Blind join us in the studio to discuss the process of how to raise a puppy for the blind. OC Coastal Puppy Raisers is one of the largest contributors for future guide dogs in Orange County. 

Critical Mass Coast to Coast December 19, 2013 Bob Wills

Bob Wills, the CEO of a marketing advertising agency called the PM Group in San Antonio, Texas, joins the program to talk about how his expanding firm has helped created marketing solutions for companies all over the country. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 18, 2013 Brad Leggett and Dr. Jack Singer

Brad Leggett, a founder and CEO of The Leggett Group Inc., joins us in the studio to talk about how mid-sized companies can take their firms to the next level with just one key component: Sales. Dr. Jack Singer, a professional public speaker, sports psychologist and clinical psychologist, joins the program to talk about how he has implemented his experiences and skills as a sports psychologist into effect business strategies. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 17, 2013 Jim Corbett and Gene Slusiewicz

Jim Corbett, a board chair for the United Cerebral Palsy of Orange County, as well as a local business owner and CEO Vertos Medical, comes to the studio to talk about his work with UCP of Orange County and how it has coincided with his work at Vertos Medical. Gene Slusiewicz, a senior operations director at BBK, joins Critical Mass after returning to the states from Asia, to share with us some of the challenges and obstacles he faces while implementing BBK business strategies to his firm. 

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show December 5, 2013 Wendy Welsh

Wendy Welsh, the CEO and founder of Exclusive Originals at Outside the Box Events, joins the program to talk about the new wave of media advertising and how new ways to market ideas and products has helped her company since its beginning in 2002. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 12, 2013 Joyce Catherine and Karl Hardesty

Joyce Catherine is founder of Satori Discovery, a health and wellness lifestyle coaching for women. Our guest Joyce talks about how she decided to become a life coach and some of the experiences and obstacles she has endured in the creation of Satori Discovery. Karl Hardesty, a managing partner at Hardesty LLC, returned to the show to talk about his firm and some of the leading principals behind the Hardesty LLC concept. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 10, 2013 Dan Ganguly

Dan Ganguly, partner in HomeUnion, joins the show to discuss how HomeUnion's real estate solutions have helped property buyers become true real estate investors and some of the hardships that he has encounter along the way. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 4, 2013 Lorraine Conaway

Lorraine Conaway, a financial strategist of Conaway & Conaway, joins the program to talked about her inspiration for hosting her own weekly radio show and how it has helped market her investment business. 

Critical Mass Radio Show December 3, 2013 Neal Perlmutter and Raj Qsar

Neal Perlmutter, of The Pizza Studio introduces us to a the creative culinary concept of building your own pizza. Neal shares his guiding principals for The Pizza Studio along with some obstacles he has faced with his company. Raj Qsar, the owner/founder of The Boutique Real Estate Group, joins the program to talk about how using the social media tool of using videos to market homes has been successful for his firm. 

Critical Mass Radio Show November 21, 2013 Michele Richardson

Michele Richardson, CEO of ACR Builders, Inc. joins our show to discuss how she grew her firm to be the 2nd Fastest-Growing Private Company in Orange County, named by the Orange County Business Journal.  ACR Builders, Inc is Woman Owned general contracting firm that specializes in tenant improvements and new/ground up construction
projects for national clients, retail market facilities, commercial
properties, and local government projects throughout the Greater
Southern California Area.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 5, 2013 Steve Wilkes

Steve Wilkes, President of QPC Fiber Optic Solutions joins the program to discuss his vision for growing QPC.  QPC offers custom-engineered fiber optic solutions for challenging environments.  All of their products are designed and manufactured in their San Clemente, CA facility.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 14, 2013 Eric Barnes

Eric Barnes, CEO & Co-Founder of KOR Water joins our show to discuss KOR Water's vision and the differentiated product offerings they have created.  KOR Water creates iconic, design-driven hydration products that celebrate water.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 13, 2013 Marla Rausch and Caleb Walker

Marla Rausch, Founder of Animation Vertigo joins our show to discuss her inspiration for building a production center in Manila for the 3D animation industry.  Animation Vertigo provides high quality and reliable solutions for motion capture and animation needs.Caleb Walker, Owner of Chronic Tacos walks us through a typical day as a Chronic Tacos franchise owner and discusses the hands-on role he plays at his restaurant.  Chronic Tacos in Huntington Beach opened in June of 2011 and was ranked in the top ten for annual revenue within the entire franchise system just two short years after opening.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 12, 2013 Don DiCostanzo

Don DiCostanzo, CEO of Pedego Electric Bikes joins our show to discuss the invention of the Pedego Electric Bike and the growth he has experienced since they were put on the market.  Pedego Electric Bikes combine the comfort and leisure of the automatic vehicle and the freedom and excitement of a classic bicycle into a new type of bike.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 12, 2013 Dave Gajdzik

Dave Gajdzik, Partner of B2B CFO joins our show to discuss the role of a part-time CFO for mid-market businesses.  B2B CFO is the world's largest CFO Services Firm, with over 200 partners nationwide.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 6th, 2013 Anil Puri, Mira Farka, West Coast Franchise Expo and Dawn Depke

Richard Franzi airs interviews that he conducted with select firms at the West Coast Franchise Expo on October 26th, 2013.  The West Coast Franchise Expo is the largest franchise expo on the West Coast. Dawn Depke, Owner of AromaSeize joins our show to discuss how she used Etsy.com, "the world's most vibrant handmade marketplace", to grow her eco-friendly, 100% natural, plant based company.

Critical Mass Radio Show November 5, 2013 Wayne Pinnell

Wayne Pinnell, Managing Partner of Haskell & White LLP joins our show to discuss the 3 common mistakes small and mid-sized business owners make.  Haskell & White LLP is one of Orange County's largest locally owned accounting and consulting firms.

Critical Mass Radio Show October 30, 2013 Dr. Susan Njemanze and James Littlejohn

Dr. Susan Njemanze, Founder & Executive Director of Graceworks joins our show to discuss her most recent trip to Kenya and shares the inspiring story behind the start of her nonprofit organization.  Graceworks helps to break the cycle of poverty and despair for orphans and vulnerable children by providing care, support and educational opportunities.James Littlejohn, Executive Director of The Boys and Girls Club of Capistrano Valley joins our show to discuss the important role his organization plays in helping younger generations strive for a positive and fulfilling future.  The Boys and Girls Club of Capistrano Valley provides a safe place for young people to convene and enables them to participate in activities that broaden their interests.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast Radio Show October 24, 2013 Ramona Fasula and Suzanne Kaplan

Ramona Fasula, Owner & President, WellnessbyRamona shares the concepts contained in her latest book "A Health Coach's Guide to Heart Health" and her CEO Wellness Program.  Ramona's book contains the 11 steps to a healthy heart.Suzanne Kaplan, President of Talent Balance brings her insights into how mid-market firms can bring together the multiple generations and focus them on a common ground of ideas and goals to achieve uncommon business results.

Critical Mass Radio Show 10/17/2013 Jennifer McCusker

Jennifer McCusker, Director of Global Talent Develop at Oakley, Inc. discusses the emerging field of neuroleadership and brain science.  Neuroleadership is an emerging field of study connecting neuroscientific knowledge with the fields of leadership development, management training, change management, consulting and coaching.

Critical Mass Radio Show October 16, 2013 Amy Jo Pedone and Nicole Boice

Amy Jo Pedone, Owner and Certified Chocolatier of Valenza Chocolatier, Inc. returned from a trip to Italy where she learned old and new tricks from Italian master chocolatiers and completed her Master Chocolatier Training.  Amy Jo will discuss some of the newest trends in chocolate and how she realized she could turn her passion for chocolate into a successful business.Nicole Boice, President and Founder of The Global Genes Project joins our show to discuss the audio clips Ric collected at The Global Genes Project's RARE "Tribute to Champions of Hope" Gala, which was held in Newport Beach on September 21st.  More than 450 guests were in attendance to celebrate the pioneering achievements of individuals and corporations in the rare and genetic disease community.

Critical Mass Radio Show October 9, 2013 Janet Boydell

Janet Boydell, Founder & CEO of A Hire Connection developed a unique model that she calls the "Fast Forward Resume" in order to predict the success of current and future employees within a company.  Janet will share with our audience how to create a "Fast Forward Resume" and explain why she believes most companies struggle with the hiring process.

Critical Mass Radio Show October 9, 2013 Mark Quann

Mark Quann, Author of Rich Man, Poor Bank joins our show to provide our audience with the correct financial principles and explain some of the keys to financial independence.  Mark will also discuss some of the top banking scams our audience should be aware of and  tell us why he believes credit unions are so important.

Critical Mass Radio Show October 3, 2013 Quentin Wilson

Quentin Wilson, President & CEO of Career and College Clubs joins our show to discuss the benefits of reaching kids in the middle school years and preparing them for success in life.  Career and College Clubs is working to solve the high dropout rate and the lack of life and leadership skills among youth by engaging at-risk middle school students in a peer-to-peer learning environment.  

Critical Mass Radio Show October 2, 2013 Lisa Kristine and Tina Aldatz

Ric airs interviews with Lisa Kristine of Lisa Kristine Fine Art Photography and Eric Spitz of Freedom Communications.  These interviews were collected from events around Orange County that were covered by Ric Franzi and the Critical Mass Radio Show team.Tina Aldatz, Founder of Foot Petals received a burn as a child that left her unable to wear shoes comfortably without the support of a foot-pad.  After a career in the fashion industry, Tina noticed a void in the fashion marketplace for fashionable and comfortable foot pads and founded Foot Petals to fill this void.  Tina recently sold Foot Petals to RG Barry Corporation and is about to start writing her first book.  

Critical Mass Radio Show September 11, 2013 Bob Eakin and Nitai Pathak

Bob Eakin, Chief Executive Officer at JCAP Financial Group joins our show to discuss how watching big banks dominate over mid sized mortgages bankers influenced him to start a boutique financial provider firm  that focuses on providing a high level of customer service.  With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Bob has grown his company into a multi-faceted finance lender that caters to consumers and the business community.Nitai Pathak, Managing Partner of Kling & Pathak LLC oversees the overall strategic direction and operations of Kling & Pathak LLC, while continuing to serve clients in his role as a tax partner.  Nitai's firm prides itself on providing an innovative service package tailored to your specific needs to save you time and money.

Critical Mass Radio Show September 19, 2013 Debra Hoffmeyer and Bill Black

Debra Hoffmeyer, CEO of CITrials join our show to discuss the impact, if any, that globalization of clinical trials has had on her firm.  Debra's firm is learning how to grow in a world dominated by the internet and is now using social media to help find patients for their clinical trials.  Bill Black, Certified Exit Planner at Exit & Retirement Strategies has over 25 years of Succession and Exit planning experience in Orange County and Southern California.  Bill knows how to get business owners over the "Perma-Five" year plan and into an exit strategy that works.  Bill was one of the first in the US to earn the prestigious CExP (Certified Exit Planner) designation and served as Chairman of "The Private Business Group".

Critical Mass Radio Show September 18, 2013 Kip Marlow and Tal Galon

Kip Marlow, Author of The Entrepreneurs: Success and Sacrifice joins our show to discuss the five basic tips he gives to all entrepreneurs trying to start their own business.  Kip will also discuss the role of small business in our economy and explain some of the greatest challenges facing these small businesses.Tal Golan, CEO of Killer App Factory, Inc. recently made the decision to run his consulting firm full-time and leave his old job behind.  Tal will explain what "cloud computing" means and how his firm helps enterprises with this specific area of technology.

Critical Mass Radio Show Ken Mader

Ken Mader, Founder of Maderfilm Productions joins our show to discuss the growing trend of crowd funding and the important role it plays in independent film production.  This show originally aired on May 11, 2013, explores how independent filmmakers are finding new sources of money and investors through sites like indiegogo. Ken's latest film, "Displacement", is an intense thriller that is inspired by the loss of his mother to cancer.

Critical Mass Radio Show September 5, 2013 Sonia Marsh and Doug Boutwell

Sonia Marsh, Author of Freeways to Flip-Flops was living in Lake Forest, California when she decided to pack up her family and move them from Orange County to Belize.  "Freeways to Flip-Flops" chronicles Sonia's realization that paradise isn't always a destination, but an appreciation of the simple things in life.  Sonia's second book, "My Gutsy Story Anthology", was released on September 1st and a portion of the proceeds with be donated to WomanSage.Doug Boutwell, Founders of Totally Rad! Inc. is a photo pro turned software creator that found success in photo editing software and iPhone apps.  Doug and his wife created Totally Rad! Inc. and developed RadLab, the widely used desktop digital photo editing program for Photoshop.  Doug's most recent creation, PicTapGo, is an iPhone app that features 55 different customizable filters.

Critical Mass Radio Show September 4, 2013 Ken Mader and Rael Isacowitz

Kenneth Mader, Founder of MaderFilm joins our show to discuss "crowd funding" and the important role it plays in independent film production.  Ken's latest film, "Displacement", is an intense thriller that is inspired by the loss of his mother to cancer.Rael Isacowitz, Founder of BASI Pilates discusses his inspiration for starting an educational academy for Pilates teachers and a training ground for enthusiasts.  This year celebrates BASI's 25th year of contribution to the Pilates community, which is headquartered in Costa Mesa with locations in 27 other countries.

Critical Mass Radio Show August 28, 2013 Lacy Kelly and Jeri Wilson

Lacy Kelly, CEO of Association of California Cities-Orange County joins our show to discuss how her organization serves the needs of small and mid-sized businesses in Orange County. ACC-OC sponsored the 2nd Annual Golden Hub of Innovation Awards that honored cities in Orange County providing the highest quiality of services to their community while exemplifying fiscal responsibility.Jeri Wilson, Executive Director of The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation joins our show to discuss some of the new developments in cancer research over the last 30 years.  Jeri's organization is holding the "Dribble for the Cure" event on October 20th at UCLA, which is a national campaign that involves college and university's basketball programs in the fight for children with cancer.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast August 22, 2013 Ramona Fasula

Ramona Fasula, Owner and President of Wellness By Ramona joins our show to discuss how she is bringing awareness to the health conditions seen in CEOs and business owners that result from stress and the fast-paced lifestyle common in the business community.  Ramona is a certified holistic health coach who works with doctors to get patients referred for the purpose of improving their health through diet instead of pharmaceuticals.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast August 15, 2013 Christi Griggs and Don Douglas

Christi Griggs,
Principal of Peloton Commercial Real Estate joins
our show to discuss how she integrates the ideas of different generations in
order to stay relevant in the real estate industry.  Christi focuses on
motivating her staff to create a unified and cohesive team.
 
Don Douglas, Principal
of Liquid
Networx discusses his involvement with Angel Investing and why he
dedicates his time helping startup companies.  Don tries to provide
feedback to entrepreneurs in order to help them avoid making the same mistakes
he has seen so many other business executives make.

Critical Mass Radio Show Dan Lubeck

Dan Lubeck, CEO of Solis Capital Partners joins our show to discuss the role private equity plays in helping small businesses unlock their true potential and how business owners can develop a framework to determine their firm's value. Solis Capital Partners is a lower middle-market private equity firm that prefers to invest in business service, manufacturing and value-added distribution companies. Dan will explain some of the criteria his firm looks at when deciding whether or not to invest in a business.

Critical Mass Radio Show August 21, 2013 Michael Brainard

Michael Brainard, CEO of Brainard Strategy discusses his transition from a professional boxer and division 1 collegiate wrestler to a management consultant, senior executive, executive coach, and entrepreneur.  With over 15 years of experience, Michael helps executives facilitate growth and development by drawing from his own experiences. 

Critical Mass Radio Show National Small Business Association

Molly Brogan, Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Small Business Association joins our show to highlight the issues the members of the National Small Business Association face daily.  The NSBAD is located in Washington DC and works closely with elected officials to ensure the best future for entrepreneurs. 

Critical Mass Radio Show August 20, 2013 Molly Brogan and Dana Butler-Moburg

Molly Brogan, Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Small Business Association joins our show to highlight the issues the members of the National Small Business Association face daily.  The NSBA is located in Washington DC and works closely with elected officials to ensure the best future for entrepreneurs.Dana Butler-Moburg, Executive Director of The Shea Therapeutic Riding Center joins our show to discuss how her Non-profit is changing the lives of people with disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding, hippotherapy, and speech therapy.  The Shea Center focuses their treatment method on therapeutic riding because the movement of the horse improves function in patients with neurmusculoskeletal dysfunction.

Critical Mass Radio Show August 14, 2013 David Kanani and Ryder Smith

David Kanani, Founder of Kanani Advisory Group joins our show to discuss how the financial advisory industry has changed in the past 25 years and what changed he has noticed since the recession.  Kanani Advisory Group recently celebrated their 25th year business and David will share some of his secrets to his firm's longevity. Ryder Smith, President of Tripepi Smith & Associates discusses how his firm achieved the title of "Corporate Sponsor of the Year" from the California City Management Foundation and the impact it had on his business.  Tripepi Smith & Associates is a tight-knit firm that has expertise in the areas of website development and internet strategies.

Critical Mass Radio Show August 7, 2013 Hari Dhiman

Hari Dhiman, CEO of 88 Spirits Corporation joins our show to discuss the current state of the tequila industry and how his tequila brand is competing with larger brand-name tequilas.  88 Spirits Corporation creates tequila with an even richer agave flavor and captivating aroma, providing an ultra premium tequila that values the truest traditions of its craftsmanship and heritage. 

Critical Mass Radio Show August 6, 2013 Lisa Anderson

Lisa Anderson, President and Founder of LMA Consulting Group, Inc. joins our show to discuss how manufacturing companies can benefit from focusing on their supply chain. Lisa has expertise in helping her clients with "supply chain management" and is the author of "Leveraging Social Networks to Drive Business Results".

Critical Mass Radio Show July 31, 2013 Paul Leon and Nicole Boice

Paul Leon, CEO & President of The Illumination Foundation joins our show to discuss the Illumination Foundation's upcoming event, Carnival for Kids, on August 17th. The Illumination Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to break the cycle of homelessness in Orange County by providing vital services to those in need.

Nicole Boice, President & Founder of The Global Genes Project discusses her inspiration for starting The Global Genes Project: one of the leading rare and genetic disease patient advocacy organizations in the world. On September 21st, the Global Genes Project will hold the 2nd Annual Tribute to Champions of Hope Gala to honor some of the leaders working to advocate for those impacted by rare and genetic diseases.

Critical Mass Radio Show July 30, 2013 Jennifer and Scott Fontana

Jennifer and Scott Fontana, Owners of Cristophe Salon Newport Beach join our show to discuss the current state of the hairstyling industry and the current business trends their industry is facing. Scott and Jennifer have managed to grow their business at a rate of nearly 5% every year; finding business growth even during the recession.