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

Critical Mass Coast to Coast May 31, 2012

Rey Chavez, President and CEO of San Antonio Manufacturers Association talks about manufacturing as a career and the re-birth of manufacturing in the US.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast May 24, 2012

Zef Banda, CEO of Banda Group International joins the show to discuss new ways to grow and balance the business during a deep recession.

Critical Mass The Radio Show May 22, 2012

Valerie Sheppard, Founder The Heart of Living Vibrantly who provides one-on-one coaching, group workshops, tel-seminars, and special events to help you learn to live a life where each day you feel Happy to be ME!
Steven Miller, CEO and Founder of Ticketbust.com joins the show to share the inspiration for starting his firm and talk about it's growth.  TicketBust.com has helped more people have their tickets dismissed than any other company.

Critical Mass The Radio Show May 15, 2012

Faith Smith, Founder Eyes Cream Shades is on the show and talks about her firm which is a leader in providing quality sun wear for those ages 6 months and above.  Listen as Faith talks about how she is working to build her brand and gain market share within her target market.
Shelton Basham, CEO Full Circle Wireless the leading solutions provider supporting buy back services for corporations throughout North America.  Recently Full Circle Wireless joined together with Wireless Source to create Clover Wireless.  Learn how Shelton's firm is leveraging the opportunities available to the new merged firm.

Critical Mass The Radio Show May 8, 2012

Luke Kupersmith, President Source Consulting discusses his firm's business model and how firms can discover significant savings on their shipping costs with no risk.  Learn how Source Consulting's no-risk approach has helped propel their growth and market penetration.
Erin Gigilia, Co-Founder Montage Legal Group talks about the experiences she and her business partner have encountered creating a nationwide network of experienced freelance attorneys all with impressive credentials who also value professional and personal balance.

Critical Mass The Radio Show April 25, 2012

Dr. Mira Farka, Ph.D. Mihaylo College of Business and Economics discusses the latest update on the economy published in the California State University Fullerton's Economic Outlook and Forecast.  Dr. Farka received her Ph.D. from Columbia University and her research has been published in leading economic journals.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast May

Phil Reason, CEO Instem joins host Richard Franzi to provide insights into how his firm is realizing sustained growth through focusing on their niche.  Instem is a world-leading information solutions provider for Life Sciences R&D.
Tiffany Bucher, CEO and Founder of Infincom. Richard explores with Tiffany how her service technician experience early in her career has created a life-long understanding for the importance of customer service.  And now as a business owner Tiffany is creating a differentiated business based on her early experience.

Critical Mass The Radio Show April 24, 2012

Chris Lynch, Vice President Business Development Irvine Chamber of Commerce explains how developing business outside the U.S. can be a powerful growth engine for small and mid-market firms.
Carey Ransom, CEO Real Practice joins the show to discuss how his firm helps businesses to attract and retain new clients.  For over 12 years, Real Practice has provided innovative and trusted technology products and services to thousands of businesses across the country.

Critical Mass The Radio Show May 1, 2012

Scharrell Jackson, CFO and Operating Officer Squar Milner. Scharrell has played a major role in the growth and success of Squar Milner overseeing three mergers, and managing the accounting, human resources, information technology and administrative departments.  Scharrell has launched a philanthropic team at Squar Milner to help better the Southern California community by fundraising and working with several organizations.
Max Gardner, President and CEO Orange County United Way. With more than 30 years experience building communities in the real estate industry, Gardner served as President of Irvine Company Apartment Communities prior to joining Orange County United Way.  Max discusses his role in providing strategic leadership to move Orange County United Way to a new level of excellence.

Critical Mass The Radio Show April 17, 2012

Earl Fender, President and CEO of VertiFlex is host Richard Franzi's first guest.  Earl's firm is a privately held medical device company.  They are dedicated to the advancement of minimally invasive and motion preserving technologies for disorders of the spine.  Learn what it takes to bring to market such a revolutionary medical device.
John Maier, President Blue Microphones, joins the show and discusses his firm which is leading innovator in microphone technology and design.  Learn about his company's commitment to getting the very best microphones into the hands of those who have a passion for high quality audio.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast April 12, 2012

Michael Harris President of David Consulting Group joins guest-host Paul Roberts to discuss his firm, an international software development firm helping companies frustrated with development costs and hampered by poor quality.
Todd Cohen, Principal, Sales Leader LLC is Paul's second guest.  Todd works with all professionals who want to create a sales culture so that more sales happen.

Critical Mass The Radio Show: April 10, 2012

Hector Garcia Founder of mbn Design joins host Richard Franzi to discuss his graphic design firm.  Their tagline "you may not know us, but you've seen us" speaks volumes about his business.  Some of mbn's clients are: El Pollo Loco, Avery, El Torito and Purely Indulgent.

Critical Mass The Radio Show April 3, 2012

Shawn Livermore, Founder Ziptask joins host Richard Franzi and shares his experiences as an entrepreneur starting and growing his firm Ziptask.  Ziptask has invented the easiest way to hire freelancers for business projects.

Critical Mass: The Radio Show March 21, 2012

Host Richard Franzi interviews Woody Young, President of California Clock Company about his firm's 80-year history and the current challenges they are facing as a U.S. manufacturing company located in California.  Woody's company manufactures the iconic Kit Cat Clock!
Kasey Cronquist, CEO/Ambassador of California Cut Flower Commission and shares insights about the 250 California flower farmers who account for 75% of all domestically grown cut flowers in the U.S.  Kasey also shares the history for his commission which was created by the state legislature in 1990 with the mission to promote California cut flowers and foliage.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective March 29, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller talks with Paul Roberts, Founder of West Coast Marketing about the lessons they learned about Cyber Risks from attending the Critical Mass Executive Conference held earlier in the day.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast March 22, 2012

Janet Holiday, President of The CE Group joins host Richard Franzi to discuss her business and to talk about turning her passion into business.  Also she discusses with Ric the concept that it is the EVENTS that define your life. EVENTFULL- It's not a day in the life..it is the life in a day!
Michele Pauli, Founder and CEO of HFS Company talks about how mentors have been instrumental to her company's growth and discusses the importance of mentors and the need to have aligned vision and values with your mentors.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast March 8, 2012

Randy Mendoza, CEO and President of Kleenhanz joins host Richard Franzi for a lively discussion of Randy's vision for his firm and how he has grown it.  Randy also discusses the misconceptions consumers have about hand sanitizers and how this point of differentiation is establishing awareness for his brand.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective March 8, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller talks with his guest Cory Bookman VP and COO Western Region of Marcum Search LLC. They discuss the topic "want to avoid the old adage of We hire for skills and fire for attitude?" Listen to their interview to about how to use culture based screening of candidates.

Critical Mass: The Radio Show March 12, 2012

Sheryl Lynn, Founder Beautiful Life Productions. Sheryl joins host Ric Franzi and discusses The Moxie Exchange Movement, an international organization, where business and the coolest women collide.
James Downes, Senior Director BBK Los Angeles. Jim is making his first appearance of 2012.  Jim and Ric discuss preventing family business failures.  Family-held concerns represent 80 to 90 percent of the U.S. businesses in number and 64 percent of the nation's gross domestic product.

Critical Mass: The Radio Show March 6, 2012

Paul Roberts, Producer Critical Mass Radio Shows joins host Ric Franzi to discuss the newest addition to the Critical Mass Media Division Critical MassTV.  Critical MassTV is in development and will premier later this year as an Internet TV show featuring Orange County business leaders.  Critical MassTV will provide an opportunity to get to know the business owners and CEOs who run mid-market Orange County firms that are the backbone of our local economy.
Mona Lisa Faris, President and Founder of Olive Tree Publishing is Ric's second guest.  Mona Lisa is the proud publisher of the Black OEO Journal, Hispanic Network Magazine, The Professional Woman's Magazine and U.S. Veterans Magazine.  Unforgettable name, creative thinker, entrepreneur, sales and marketing guru and mentor are all monikers used to describe OC Metro's "Orange County's Women Making a Difference".

Critical Mass February 28, 2012

Boaz, Speaker, Trainer, Consultant and Author joins the show and discusses how at age 9 he and his family immigrated to the US he was unable to speak English.  Today he has taught over half a million people how to supercharge their lives, their careers and how to add power to their goals.
Cesi Pagano, Keller Williams Realty is a multimillion dollar producer and in the Top 1% in the nation.  Since 1986, she has proven to be one of the most successful in the industry and has sold more than 1,600 homes.  Listen to learn how Cesi has become a leader and a mentor to others in her profession.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast March 1, 2012

Tim Lien, Partner Angelo's Italian Ice & Gelato joins host Richard Franzi for a discussion about his firm's growth through new distribution channels and  product expansion.
Gary Nudd, Owner and CEO of Net Transcripts is the second guest and he shares how his firm has been enabled by new technology and his sales and marketing initiatives.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective March 1, 2012

Monday was the least favorite day of the week.  Monday was the day that ended your weekend; the day you had to go back to work; and the day you started a diet or decided to not smoke...again. Every Monday Matters goal is to change the image of Mondays by making them mean something AMAZING, something INCREDIBLE, something UNBELIEVABLE.
Join host Doug Gfeller's conversation with Matthew Emerzian to find out how to make your Mondays matter, from this day forward

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast February 23, 2012

Vid Luther, CEO and Founder of Zippykid joins host Ric Franzi to discuss his firm which build solutions for business owners so that any owner can create a website for $150 and $40/month focusing on content and not on content management.
Brandon Arceneaux, Owner of Reel Dinner Partners shares his insight about growing his dinner theater themed movie theater from one location to three locations in the greater San Antonio, TX area.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective February 23, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller provides new tips on getting the most from executive coaching.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective February 9, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller discusses topics of interest to Human Resource Executives on this installment of his show

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective February 2, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller discusses topics of interest to Human Resource Executives on this installment of his show.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast February 16, 2012

Sandra Clitter, President of Your Tech Tamer, Inc joins host Ric Franzi and shares how her business helps other small businesses to get control of the technology within their firms.  Sandra's firm helps her client re-engineer their business processes to make them more efficient and cost effective.
Carol Bertsch, Attorney with The Law Offices of Carol Berstsch, is Ric's second guest.  Carol believes deeply that employees need to be well treated and so do clients. Her law practice is focused on helping seniors and their families plan for the myriad of issues and challenges they will face.

Critical Mass January 31, 2012

Rob Norden, CEO of Recom Group an INC 500 company joins host Ric Franzi to discuss the challenges associated with leading a fast-growth firm.  Rob talks about a variety of experiences in building his INC 500 company including how he had to completely re-design his firm just to survive.
Pernille Olsen, General Manager Olsen Paving Stone Inc. shares her lessons learned running a second generation family business during a very challenging time for the building and construction industry.  Hear how she is developing a new line of paving stones to create new demand and differentiate her family business.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast February 9, 2012

Judd Stanton, General Manager with Bestway Disposal is host Ric Franzi's guest.  Judd and Ric discuss how Bestway Disposal, a family-owned business, has evolved over the years.  Today, in addition to solid waste handling, Bestway is adding a complete recycling capability to their firm.

Critical Mass February 7, 2012

Faith Pincus, Founder of Pincus Professional Education joins host Ric Franzi and shares her vast experience as an accomplished speaker who knows how to boost her client's self confidence and teach you the tools to succeed at public speaking.  Faith's book "Be Heard: Public Speaking for Attorneys" will be released this year by the American Bar Association.  Listen in to learn how public speaking can benefit you as a CEO.

Critical Mass Coast to Coast: February 2, 2012

Mark Treadwell, Owner and President of CRIS joins host Ric Franzi and talks about his INC 500 firm and the challenges of continued growth.  Mark also discusses how he has had to redefine his firm to keep it relevant in the market which is a challenge  currently facing his firm.
Alan Kaplan, President of Kaplan & Associates is Ric's second guest.  Alan shares insights and advice borne from his experience building his practice in greater Philadelphia area.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast January 26, 2012

Dawn LaFreeda, President of Den-Tex Central, Inc. joins host Ric Franzi to discuss her business of owning over 70 Denny's location which serves more than 1 million customers a month.  Dawn also talks about her passion for mentoring other entrepreneurs and youth throughout Texas.
Peter Hosey, Partner at Jackson Walker LLP is the second guest.  Peter shares his philosophy on the power of mentoring and how its being applied to his current law firm.

Critical Mass January 24, 2012

Mike Rozman, Co-President BoeFly is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  Mike discusses the marketplace his firm has created to make small business lending more efficient and effective for both the small business owners and the lending institutions.
Ursula Mentjes, Founder Sales Coach Now joins the show to share some of her vast experience helping sales professionals bring the power of intention and authenticity into their sales approach to realize greater success.

Jonathan Keyser 01-12-12

Join Ric Franzi from Critical Mass: Coast2Coast as he talks with Jonathan Keyser from CRESA PARTNERS re: their international corporate real estate advisory firm that exclusively represents tenants, on OCTalkRadio.net.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast January 19 2012

Angela Giampolo Principal at Giampolo Law is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  Angela shares her experiences as a lawyer both here in the US and supporting human rights in Tanzania.  She also talks about her areas of  focus for her firm in the greater Philadelphia area.
Toni Pergolin, CEO Bancroft joins the show to discuss the non-profit she heads and its storied existence.  Bancroft mission is to help children and adults with intellectual and development disabilities and acquired brain injuries.

Critical Mass January 17, 2012

Dan Haugen, President of Express Systems is Host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Dan talks about his firm which has grown and continues to grow by focusing on their core clients who are the owners of new car dealerships across the United States.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective January 12, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller continues the discussion about kicking off your coaching right for the new year with a discussion of just whose agenda it is: The Client's Agenda or The Coach's Agenda.

Critical Mass January 10, 2012

OneScreen CEO Atul Patel joins host Ric Franzi and discusses his firm and his role leading a fast-growth technology firm
Simpluris CEO Troy Hoffman brings his unique perspective on how to build a fast growing technology firm.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective January 5, 2012

Host Doug Gfeller, MCC discusses how to kick the year off right with your coach!

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast December 15, 2011

Paul Isenberg, CEO and Co-Founder  of Great Guy's Group joins host Ric Franzi to discuss the non-profit he started to help families affected by cancer deal with the demands of paying their household expenses during this trying time.
Jessica Pierce, Executive Director of Career Connectors talks about her non-profit that focuses on helping experience professional successful navigate the search for new employment.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective December 15, 2011

Host Doug Gfeller gives coaching tips on how to start the new year off with a bang and a review of the best interviews of 2011.

Critical Mass December 13, 2011

Thomas Martin, President of Martin Investigative Services is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Tome shares his insights on how to create a lasting differentiated business.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective December 1, 2011

Host Doug Gfeller shares more of his fantastic insights into the world of executive coaching.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast December 1, 2011

Russ Sigler, Chairman of Siglers joins host Ric Franzi to discuss what he has learned in his 61 years of being in business.
Shane Pulver, Senior Partner with ASG talks about his service disable veteran-owned business and how he and his partners have built their firm.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective December 8, 2011

Boaz Rauchwerger, Speaker, Trainer, Consultant and Author joins host Doug Gfeller.  Boaz has been a newspaper publisher, owned his own advertising agency, and has produced corporate films as well as a network television show.  Boaz shares his views on "How to Change Your Life in 8 Minutes" during his interview with Doug.

Critical Mass: December 6, 2011

Joan Patronite Kelly, CEO of Bonterra Consulting is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Joan discusses her "4 Principles" and how they relate to the long term growth and success of her firm.

Critical Mass November 30, 2011

Wing Lam C0-Founder of Wahoo's Fish Tacos joins host Ric Franzi.  Wing discusses how he and his brothers took their passion for the restaurant business combined it with their personal interests and created Wahoo's Fish Tacos.

Critical Mass November 29, 2011

Dorene White, Owner of W Interiors and Events shares what she has learned from building her firm which is both a space planner and an event planner

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective November 17, 2011

Continuing the series on HR issues, Doug's guest is Chuck Kiskaden C.H.C. President and CEO of HBA Health Benefits Advisors.  "Ever wonder if your insurance broke is as totally focused as you are on you company's issues?  Chuck will identify the due diligence questions that you should routinely be asking of brokers and consultants.  Find out how to evaluate the overall effectiveness of your current broker in shopping for the most effective and overall "right health plans" for your employees.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast November 17, 2011

Wendy Jameson, CEO of ColnaTec joins host Ric Franzi to discuss the challenges of being a small business in a global marketplace. Her firm develops  and produces nanotech sensors for film thickness measurement in manufacturing process control applications used by large corporations around the world.
Frank Olivieri, Jr. CEO and Owner of Pat's King of Steaks talks about his family business which was started by his grandfather and great-uncle  and now is the most well known Philly Cheese Steak in South Philadelphia.

Critical Mass November 16, 2011

Victoria Bentancourt, President of Coneybeare, Inc. joins guest host Paul Roberts to share her story and business experience that has led her to being one of the 2011 NAWBO Remarkable Women.

Critical Mass November 15, 2011

Paul Roberts, Founder OCTalkRadio.net joins host Ric Franzi for a discussion on the growth and future of internet radio.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective November 10, 2011

As a follow up to an earlier show with Michael Stratford on "Provoke, Evoke and Go Home" Doug talks about the role of the coach in making the client uncomfortable.  How far and hard do you push or lead the client is a question for all coaches.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast November 10, 2011

Richard Jaffe, Senior Corporate Partner of Richard Jaffe joins host Ric Franzi to discuss his law firm.

Critical Mass The Radio Show November 9, 2011

Fred Gaston, Author and Attorney joins host Ric Franzi to discuss his latest book "The Naked Contract".
Jules Christensen, Founder Jules Ford Maternity shares the lesson she has learned in building a differentiated business and being a new mother and entrepreneur.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective November 3, 2011

Michael Stratford, Master Coach joins host Doug Gfeller and shares a bit of what he knows about coaching, coach training and development.  Michael has earned a reputation for helping others achieve a level of excellence in communication, leadership, and team performance.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast November 3, 2011

Steve Lopez, Owner Clean Air Cab shares his views on creating a sustainable business.
Shane Broussard, President Ped-Ads.com discusses finding niche markets and developing business that will fill those needs.

Critical Mass The Radio Show November 2, 2011

Steve Averill and Michelle Patterson join host Ric Franzi to discuss the TED-X Irvine event.  The event titled Change Agents will be an evening designed to bring together thinkers and doers from Irvine and surrounding Orange County.

Critical Mass The Radio Show November 1, 2011

Courtney Parker, Founder of LCJ Media joins host Ric Franzi to share her insights into how social media and mobile media can positively impact small and mid-market firms.

Critical Mass October 26, 2011

John Snyder, Vice President Commercial Finance, Culver Capital Group joins guest host Paul Roberts to share his insights on where mid-market CEOs and business owners can secure alternative financing in today's tight credit market.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast October 27, 2011

Jeff Jaime, CEO of The Taurean Corporation joins Guest Host Paul Roberts and discusses the firm he started based on the principles of The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly.  This is measured by how you retain talent and Jeff talks about the impact it has had on his business.

Critical Mass October 25, 2011

Roger Cohen, CEO and Founder of Vericomply and discusses the firm he created out of the pain and frustrations encountered while managing complex transactions as a corporate attorney

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast October 20, 2011

Paul Mosenson, Founder and President of NuSpark Marketing joins the show and explains how firms can combine content marketing with lead generation tactics to drive revenue and sales growth.
Tom Krekel, CEO of Full Sail Strategies explains the powerful growth concepts contained within the "Stages of Growth" way of understanding a firm's evolution.  Listen and learn how to determine what stage your firm is in and what you need to do to move it on to the next level.

Critical Mass October 19, 2011

Jeffrey Scott, Founder and Business Architect C-Level Management joins host Ric Franzi's as his featured guest.  Jeffrey explores the business model at the heart of his firm.  C-Level takes the concept of "giving back to the community" to new heights.

Critical Mass October 18, 2011

Ron Stein, Vice President of Business Development PTS Staffing is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  PTS is focused on providing engineering and professional staffing solutions and is at the forefront of the specialized staffing industry.
David Gosselin, CPA at DBB McKennon brings his "Top Financial Issues CEOs Should be Worried About" to the show.

Critical Mass October 12, 2011

Naomi Grange, Founder  of TXTourRegistry joins host Ric Franzi to discuss her technology business.  TXTourRegistry is a revolutionary and sophisticated TXT based way of giving and receiving the green gift everyone wants more of.  Learn from Naomi as she shares experiences and lessons learned about building a new business.
Dan Meder, Vice President Experian returns to the show to update us on the importance of active credit management for small and mid-sized business owners and CEOs.  Ric asks Dan to talk about how CEOs can mitigate risk and potentially improve profitability through the use of business-to-business credit services

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast October 6, 2011

Chris Williams, Partner Williams, Crow, Mask, LLP joins host Ric Franzi to discuss transitioning a firm to the next generation and the importance of succession planning.

Critical Mass: October 13, 2011

Guest Host Paul Roberts interviews Bruer Kershner, President and CEO of Kershner Office Furniture. Bruer shares a difficult problem he had in 2009 venturing into an offshoot business.  Also he talks about some positive aspects recently in expanding his office furniture team.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective October 13, 2011

This week Doug talks about Conscious Choice and Balance.  Two sides of the same coin that seem to always present a challenge to most of our coaching clients.

Critical Mass: October 11, 2011

Jackie Bird, President of Epic International is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Jackie shares the philanthropic business model at the heart of the business she and her husband started.  Following a trip to Haiti to help with earthquake relief they realized the urgent need for clean drinking water in Haiti was immense.  They have started and structured Epic Timepieces' business model to provide drinking water filtration systems through the sale of high quality watches.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective

Marcia Reynolds, MCC and past ICF Global President joins host Doug Gfeller to review and discuss what went on at the Annual International ICF conference in Las Vegas last month.

Critical Mass October 4, 2011

Andre Filip, CEO of ELA Advertising is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Andre explains how he has built several successful firms as a young serial entrepreneur in Orange County CA.  Listen to learn more about his approach to building businesses based on what he is passionate about in life.

Critical Mass September 28, 2011

Fred Koury, President of Smart Business Network is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Fred discusses his media firm's history and evolution into a multi-media company with 20+ years of history.  Smart Business Network has grown over the years into two strong divisions that meet different needs.
Smart Business Magazine and Events focuses in on C-Level executives to put out informational journals in local markets across the county.
Smart Business Content Marketing Division develops custom content plans to help companies drive the marketing goals of their partners.
Smart Business has full digital and social media capabilities across both divisions.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective September 22, 2011

Host Doug Gfeller's guest is Grace Horoupian, a partner with Fisher & Phillips, a law firm. Grace provides preventive counseling and frequently presents seminars and workshops on employment issues to executives, supervisors, managers and human resources professionals.
Her practice is focused on representing employers in a variety of employment cases, including claims for civil rights violations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, ADA and ADEA violations, unfair business practices, misappropriation of trade secrets, and class action disputes.
Grace represents employers in both state and federal court as well as before state and federal agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, and the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast September 22, 2011

Doug Carlberg, President and CEO of M1 Global Technologies is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Doug talks about the rebirth of manufacturing in North America and the need to continually re-invent yourself and your company.

Critical Mass Septembe 21, 2011

Wayne Breitbarth, Author, Speaker and Owner of Powerformula joins host Ric Franzi to explain his book "The Power Formula for LinkedIn Success".  This book is aimed at the experienced professional who is either skeptical about LinkedIn or is looking for better ways to use this technology tool this book explains how to use the full power of LinkedIn.
Julie Vandermost, President of Vandermost Consulting Services, Inc. talks about her firm which is a full service regulatory, biological and environmental services firm.  VCS has over 14 years of experience successfully completing projects for clients who are both public agencies and private firms.

Critical Mass September 20, 2011

Beth Haney, Doctor of Nursing and Owner of Luxe Aesthetic Center is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Beth discussed her practice and business experiences building and growing it.  Ric has asked Beth to explain the profession of nurse practitioner during the show.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective September 15, 2011

Vic Bullara who is a Certified Professional Coach, an ICF Credentialed Executive Coach and a Certified Master Trainer joins host Doug Gfeller.  Vic has helped more than 300 organizations and 500 senior leaders achieve breakthrough results.  His background includes 20 years as an HR Practice Leader for Ernst & Young and Development Dimensions International.
Before starting his own executive coaching and HR consulting business, he was Chief Human Resources Officer/Director for three high growth companies including one that grew from 7 employees to over 400 in four years.  His areas of expertise include competency based HR, executive assessment, leadership development, behavioral interviewing and employee engagement.  He is the developer of "Leadership Excellence Through Energy Management"TM.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast September 15, 2011

Michael Silverman, Director and Principal for Integra Realty Resources with over 650 skilled professionals, focused on commercial real estate valuation, appraisal and counseling services.  Integra Realty Resources is an industry leader in providing services across all property types including office, retail, industrial, and multi-family and areas of specialty expertise.

Critical Mass September 14, 2011

Norman Wolfe, President and CEO of Quantum Leaders is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  The interview explores Norman's new book "The Living Organization" .  The model is a balanced, holistic approach to guiding your success.  It identifies those elements that impede execution, many of which are often overlooked by other methods.

Critical Mass September 13, 2011

Paul Steck, President of Saladworks is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Paul discusses his role in leading the national expansion of Saladworks.  In March 2011 Saladworks announced an agreement with a multi-unit developer for three locations in Orange County, CA which is the beginning of their west coast expansion.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast September 8, 2011

Joseph Beach, Managing Director of Asher and Company is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  The interview examines Joseph's career and the rich history of Asher and Company.  Since 1938 Asher and Company, Ltd. has helped thousands of businesses plan for financial success.

Critical Mass September 7, 2011

Tricia Sanchez, CFO and Co-Owner is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  The interview explores how she and her husband are building a new independent supplier of office printing equipment having over 17 years experience in the industry as business owners.
Mitchell Sodikoff, EVP Business Development joins the show and Ric focuses the conversation on uncovering how business owners and CEOs can save significant money on their wireless expenses.  Wireless phones have become standard equipment in most industries and the costs for operation are a major expense for small and mid-sized businesses.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective September 1, 2011

Mina Watkins of Results Coach joins host Doug Gfeller.  Mina is a certified ontological coach, the president-elect of the ICF Orange County chapter, a highly respected local coach and a good friend of Doug.  Listen to this interview to find out more about the role of the Orange County Chapter of the International Coach Federation.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast September 1, 2011

Gary Arnold, President of Integrated Peak Solutions is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  Gary shares his ideas on getting the most out of your people and achieving people and process excellence.
Geoffrey Kent, CEO of CognisIT addresses how managed IT services and cloud computing can help mid-market CEOs improve their firm's performance and control IT costs.

Critical Mass August 31, 2011

Shannon Higuera, Artistic Director and Co-Owner of Starlite Dance Studio joins host Ric Franzi as his featured guest.  Shannon brings to life how she has been able to create a business from a way of life. Shannon has been dancing for 20 years and has taught numerous students in Orange County and San Diego areas.  Together with her mother Lynn, Shannon has built the premier dance studio in Ladera Ranch, CA with plans to open a second studio.

Critical Mass August 30, 2011

Ed Hart, Director of The Family Business Council is host RIc Franzi featured guest.  Ed shares the latest information regarding the Mihaylo College of Business and Economics Family Business Council as well as discusses the Family Business Awards Luncheon held in conjunction with The Orange County Business Journal.

Critical Mass August 24, 2011

Mickey Troxell, Founder and CEO of Centaur University joins host Ric Franzi as his first guest.  Mickey, a serial entrepreneur, explains the business model of her latest venture Centaur University.  Centaur University offers world class, fast-track education certification and counselor degree programs.
Wade Slome, Founder Sidoxia Capital Management, LLC returns to the program to shed light on how the federal debt issues are impacting the US business climate and provides context for the financial market issues making recent headlines.

Critical Mass August 23, 2011

Scott Nelson, President Security and Risk Management Group is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  Scott explains the security threats mid-market CEOs need to know about in order to protect their physical and cyber assets.
Karen Allard, CEO & Founder SBR Sports returns to the program to share more about how she is growing her firm through various marketing initiatives.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast August 18, 2011

Tim Musgrave, President and CEO of Pressure Systems International talks about his firm that created an industry and how, through the use of Corporate Corner Stone Coins, he built a culture that enabled them to survive the daunting challenges of starting a firm.
Edward Torres, Owner of City Tours discusses with host Ric Franzi his belief that "The most important thing is to remember: I have to act like a customer and not as the owner of the business" for his tour-based business to succeed.

Critical Mass August 17, 2011

Betsy Thagard, Founder of B.Toffee is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Betsy and Ric explore her entrepreneurial journey of creating a business around her handmade, delectable toffee confections.  Betsy explains her focus on building a distribution channel through specialty food stores, exclusive corporate gifts, and gift basket proprietors.

Critical Mass August 16, 2011

Ken Willette, Founder and CEO of SideOrder.com is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Ken discusses his newest venture.  SideOrder.com is Orange County's largest resource for local restaurant menus; for quick and convenient food ordering for pickup and delivery.  Listen to learn how this serial entrepreneur is bringing to life his latest technology venture.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast July 28, 2011

Manish Gorawala, President of Tri-Force Consulting Services, speaks about the company he started in 2000.  Tri-Fource Consulting is a specialized consutling services firm focusing exclusively on providing emerging mobile development and diverse open source technologies.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast August 11, 2011

Dan Markson, SVP of Development for The NRP Group LLC is host Ric Franzi's first guest.  NRP Group is the 2nd largest builder of affordable housing.  Dan discusses the need for PEOPLE FIRST-RETAIL SECOND and why housing issues are critical for business to maintain vibrancy in the retail sector.
Sherrie Skeans, Vice President for Grubb & Ellis is the second guest.  Sherrie discussing the emerging real estate trends including LEED certification.
Jack Nelson, CEO Propel Financial Services is the final guest on the show.  Jack talks about how his business can help homeowners with their tax liens and cash flow.  Ric and Jack also discusses the opportunity for Propel Financial to take their business model nationally.

Critical Mass August 10, 2011

Van Muse, Director for the MBA Progam, Mihaylo College of Business and Economics is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Van explains the three (3) MBA programs and the focus for each program.  Van also goes into detail about the newest of the three MBA programs, the Full-Time MBA program.  The Full-Time MBA offers a unique focus on the "interpersonal and soft skills" through the Mihaylo Leadership Academy.  As Van says "There are plenty of choices for a full-time MBA in the marketplace, so we chose to develop ours differently."  Listen to learn more details about the benefits and features of the Mihaylo MBA programs.

Critical Mass August 9, 2011

Lisa Steadman, Founder and CEO of Woohoo, Inc. is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Ric explores with Lisa how, as an entrepreneur, she manages her multi-faceted business.  Lisa is an author, speaker, coach and consultant to a wide variety of businesses both nationally and internationally.  Listen to this fast paced interview to uncover some of the secrets to building your own powerful personal brand.

Critical Mass: The Coaching Perspective August 4, 2011

Host Doug Gfeller's guest is Liz Lewis. Liz is a Certified Human Resources Professional, and Entrepreneur, Mentor and Certified International Life Coach/Speaker.  Liz offers over 20 years of leadership experience both in the private and corporate sectors.  She provides expertise to entrepreneurial and Fortune 500 companies who are in need of human resources and workers' compensation management services, producing significant results in reducing overhead liability and maintaining low cost commercial business premiums.

Critical Mass: Coast to Coast August 4, 2011

Mike Lieberman, President of Square 2 Marketing is host Ric Franzi's featured guest.  Mike shares with Ric how his firm creates Marketing MachinesTM to drive brand awareness and increase traffic to the firm's website as well as maximizing the effectiveness of social networking campaigns.

Critical Mass August 3, 2011

Lisa Marie Platske, CEO and President is host Ric Franzi's featured guest and they explore a wide range of topics including her philosophy that connection is the new currency in today's business world.