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

Vic Ghai, Chairman of the board of Aliantel, joined Ric in the studio to discuss the growth and opportunities in the telecom industry. Aliantel focuses on creating sustainable and reliable quality cells sites that serve the needs of their clients.

Are you interested in starting a franchise? Kevin Wilson, CEO of Mosquito Joe joined Critical Mass Radio Show talk about his growing franchise in the Orange County area. WIth the increasing rise in West Nile Virus specifically in Southern California, the need for mosquito and insect treatment has been in high demand. Vic Ghai, Chairman of the board of Aliantel, joined Ric in the studio to discuss the growth and opportunities in the telecom industry. Aliantel focuses on creating sustainable and reliable quality cells sites that serve the needs of their clients.

Alexandra Armstrong, Co-founder of the Haiti Scholarships organization, joins our non-profit show to talk about how she became interested in this cause and what her foundation is doing to promote education as a key factor in the success of a better future for young people living in Haiti. Listen to her inspiring story about the passion that drives Haiti Scholarships and check out their website here to learn more!

Juan Sandoval joins the Critical Mass Non-Profit show to talk about how Orange County Community Housing Corporation is helping low income community members achieve self sufficiency through housing and education assistance.

Founder of The Bulletproof Executive and new author for his upcoming book The Bulletproof Diet, David Asprey joined Ric to talk about his new book and how his experiences after becoming a bio-hacker has changed his perception on how to take control and change ones life physically and mentally.

We just had to have him back! Another returning guest Dr. Deane Waldman is back on our show to go more in depth about the effects of today's current health care system. Listen as he shares his knowledge and expertise, which can be found more in depth in his latest book The Cancer in Healthcare: How Greed is Killing What We Love.

Dr. Mira Farka from the Department of Economics at California State University, Fullerton comes back to Critical Mass to share some highlights for the end of the year economic forecast. Listen as she provides fascinating statistics and insights regarding the nature of our current economy.

Roger Friedman, an attorney at Rutan and Tucker joined Ric for our special non-profit Critical Mass Show to talk about his involvement with the organization We Give Thanks. We Give Thanks was founded by local restaurateur Frank Garcia and is about to celebrate its 28th annual Thanksgiving event estimated to feed over 15,000 Orange County residents.

Are you a millennial looking to expand your business network? Jan Slater, creator of CareerConnection.me joined us in the studio to talk about how she created this idea of an online community for young professionals to network and connect with each other.

Scott Diener of Scooters Jungle joined Critical Mass in the studio to talk about the success of his business franchise and why sometimes opening up a franchise could be a better option than opening up a traditional business. Are you a millennial looking to expand your business network? Jan Slater, creator of CareerConnection.me joined us in the studio to talk about how she created this idea of an online community for young professionals to network and connect with each other.

Linda Strand and Mari Kurtz, both successful business owners representing women business leaders in the construction industry, share their inspiring stories and insights. Our two guests join Critical Mass to talk about how they got into the industry and how they approach their role as a female leaders in the market and in business as a whole. Linda is the CEO of Independent Energy Solutions; check out her business at http://www.indenergysolutions.com/. Mari is the CEO of Cal Pac Sheet Metal and you can find her at http://calpacsheetmetal.com/.

Darcie Harris joins Ric in the studio to talk about how she is helping women CEO's and entrepreneur to grow their business through effective training and speaking strategies geared specifically towards women in business.

Ankur Patel, founder of Letap Consultants joined Critical Mass to talk about information and security risk management. What is it and how can middle market businesses protect their companies valuable data and information?

Eric Gildenhuys, CEO of Rezultant is back on our show to share with us more insight on how to improve on the sales process and create more business growth and revenue. Ankur Patel, founder of Letap Consultants joined Critical Mass to talk about information and security risk management. What is it and how can middle market businesses protect their companies valuable data and information?

Rod Trujillo, founder and CEO of International Rubber Products, joins our show to talk about the companies mission and engineering approach. Hear his story and get inspired by his success as he talks about the principle that guides his organization. Look them up at www.irpi.com .

Want to demystify the branding process for your business? Liz Papagni joins us in the studio to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies strategically brand their company. Learn more about her company at http://marketingiw.com/ .

Alex Angulo and Chris Clark, from the SMART (Support Music and Arts) Foundation, joins the show to talk about how the SMART foundation is working to ensure every child has access to music and arts education in Orange County. Alex also talks about being a member of the Jazz Execs and some of the upcoming events and performances by the Jazz Execs. They would love to hear from you! Look them up at www.smartfoundation.org.

KJ, the founder of Smart Phone Trainers joined our studio to talk about how businesses can use their smart phones for more effective business productivity. Statistics say that average users and business owners are only using 5% or less of their smart phone capabilities. Smart Phone Trainers helps business owners fully utilize the capacity of their smart phone to grow their business.

Managing Parnter at NienowTierney, Paul Nienow joined Ric in the studio to talk about how his firm is helping CEO's and executives of middle market businesses with developing long term objectives and strategies to facilitate critical business decisions in the growth of their company. KJ, the founder of Smart Phone Trainers joined our studio to talk about how businesses can use their smart phones for more effective business productivity. Statistics say that average users and business owners are only using 5% or less of their smart phone capabilities. Smart Phone Trainers helps business owners fully utilize the capacity of their smart phone to grow their business.

President and CEO at Open Plan Systems, Dean Williams joined our program to talk about how his firm is providing middle market businesses with high quality, low cost and environmentally friendly office furniture. Eric McKay, founder of the Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in the Richmond, Virginia area joined the show to share with us some of the popular growth trends in local micro breweries and what the future holds for his business.

Alex Angulo and Chris Clark, from the SMART (Support Music and Arts) Foundation, joins the show to talk about how the SMART foundation is working to ensure every child has access to music and arts education in Orange County. Alex also talks about being a member of the Jazz Execs and some of the upcoming events and performances by the Jazz Execs. They would love to hear from you! Look them up at www.smartfoundation.org.

Eric McKay, founder of the Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in the Richmond, Virginia area joined the show to share with us some of the popular growth trends in local micro breweries and what the future holds for his business.

Richard Munro, Managing Director at Newport Board Group, dives into how his business offers a 360 degree approach to helping CEOs run middle market firms in Orange County. His vast experience and expertise shines in this interview. To find out more, check out www.newportboardgroup.com.

Managing Partner at Haskell & White, Wayne Pinnell joined Ric in the studio to talk about how his firm is helping middle market businesses capitalize on the latest financial opportunities, gain credibility and become more consistent on how they handle their books.

From the University of Phoenix Southern California, Kendra Angier, Campus Vice President and Scott Bluemel, Lead Faculty Area Chair joined our special guest host Azia Celestino in the studio to talk about the university's Thought Leadership Series. Critical Mass Radio Show host Ric Franzi also speaks with some attendees from the university's Megatrends Leadership Series.

Executive Director of Dominion Resources Innovation Center, William Daughtrey joined our program from the Richmond, Virginia area to talk about how his firm helps entrepreneurs and start up companies thrive into growing successful businesses. Dominion Resources Innovation Center empowers entrepreneurs and business owners through experiences, resources and a collaboration of networks. From the University of Phoenix Southern California, Kendra Angier, Campus Vice President and Scott Bluemel, Lead Faculty Area Chair joined our special guest host Azia Celestino in the studio to talk about the university's Thought Leadership Series. Critical Mass Radio Show host Ric Franzi also speaks with some attendees from the university's Megatrends Leadership Series.

Ted Margison, Senior Consultant at Lighthouse Consulting Services joins our program to talk about middle market companies can grow their business through effective sales management practices. For more information, check out his website at http://lighthouseconsulting.com/.

Our special guest on Critical Mass Radio Show Orange County Sheriff and coroner Sandra Hutchens joined us in the studio to give our audiences a little overview of the Orange County Sheriffs Department and how she got her career started in law enforcement. Sandra also talks to us about one the the departments programs called "The Great Escape."

Donnie Gupton, co-owner of Precision Flooring in San Jose, CA joined our Coast to Coast show to talk about how his family owned and operated business has continued its success in the industry through quality customer service.

Chuck Kiskaden, president and CEO of Health Benefits Advisers joins the program to help middle market companies understand their health care needs and how it can effect their business. Listen to this insightful interview about our health care system and check out Health Benefits Advisors at http://www.healthbenefitsadvisors.com/.

Peter DiGiammarino, principal at IntelliVen joined Critical Mass Radio Show as our special guest to talk about his new book "Manage to Lead: 7 Truths to help you Change the World." Peter also talked about his experiences working with CEO peer groups and how he believes that CEO's and executives of middle market companies can prosper and gain valuable knowledge from these organizations.

Are you craving Mexican food, but looking for a healthier alternative? Carlos and Blanca Martinez, owners of Urban Cactus joined us in the studio to talk about their unique restaurant concept of healthy Mexican cuisine. Carlos and Blanca talk about their experiences and challenges they faced when opening up their new business.

From the Whimsical World of Sheri Fink, author Sheri Fink returned to our studio to talk about her latest business venture and how she plans to further expand her brand and her message of self esteem and self confidence. Are you craving Mexican food, but looking for a healthier alternative? Carlos and Blanca Martinez, owners of Urban Cactus joined us in the studio to talk about their unique restaurant concept of healthy Mexican cuisine. Carlos and Blanca talk about their experiences and challenges they faced when opening up their new business.

Cheryl Klem from Human Capital Partners joins our show to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies create cost effective HR solutions that can help maximize their investment and ultimately their business revenue.

Want to avoid having confidential business information stolen by ex-employees? Attorney and associate at Wellman & Warren LLP, Anabella Bonfa joined our program to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies avoid losing valuable business data.

Why do the best people always leave? Marcie Glenn, CEO of Another Source returned to the hot seat on Critical Mass Radio Show to discuss some "real life" recruitment and staffing issues that many middle market companies are confronted with. Want to avoid having confidential business information stolen by ex-employees? Attorney and associate at Wellman & Warren LLP, Anabella Bonfa joined our program to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies avoid losing valuable business data.

Chris Bull, Managing Partner at McDermott & Bull joins us in the studio to talk about why middle market companies should work with a retained search firms and how they differ from other forms of recruitment. Visit their website athttp://www.mbsearch.com/.

Author of the book Dr. Deane Waldman joins Critical Mass Radio to talk about the hidden issues and this "cancer" in today's current health care system through his latest book "The Cancer in Healthcare." Order is new book http://thecancerinhealthcare.com/ Check out his website at http://deanewaldman.com/.

Bob Giberson, CEO of Peaklogix joined our Coast to Coast show from the Richmond, Virginia area to talk about how his firm helps manufacturing companies by creating solutions that integrate the flow of material goods and information to increase productivity and maximize efficiency. Bob also discusses some examples of material handling solutions that middle market companies should consider implementing into their business.

CEO of Women Helping Women, Janie Wolicki joined Critical Mass Radio show for a special non-profit segment to talk about the organizations latest event, the Employment Breakfast on October 11, 2014. Women Helping Women serves the needs of both men and women through employment services that help empower them to achieve economic success and financial stability.

President of Executives Unlimited, Tomilee Gill joined our studio to talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies find the right leaders for their business. Tomilee discuss what factors companies should considered when working with an executive search firm to find the right candidate to fit the needs of the company. CEO of Women Helping Women, Janie Wolicki joined Critical Mass Radio show for a special non-profit segment to talk about the organizations latest event, the Employment Breakfast on October 11, 2014. Women Helping Women serves the needs of both men and women through employment services that help empower them to achieve economic success and financial stability.

Critical Mass Radio Show present its latest LIVE radio installment called the Speaker Series. This months topic discusses how middle market companies can use outsourcing as a business growth strategy. Our special events producer Azia Celestino hosted the panel of special guests which included: Jack Abbott, owner of JBA & Associates; Barbara Barcon, finance executive an independent consultant; Nina Woodard, president of Nina E. Woodard and Associates; Jason Locklin, founder and CEO of Environmental Consulting Firm; and Bruce Oliver, Brandman University professor, Ethics and Sustainability.

Critical Mass Non-Profit Radio Show present our special guest host Genese Davis filling in for Ric Franzi. Co-founders Tatsuya Fushimi and Ryan Okita from GetUp8, joined Genese in the studio to talk about their passion for the organization GetUp8. Tatsuya and Ryan also talk about GetUp8's upcoming fundraiser called The Auction on October 11, 2014.

Critical Mass Radio Show host and business expert Ric Franzi interviews Cheryl Klem from Human Capital Partners. They talk about how her firm is helping middle market companies create cost effective HR solutions that can help maximize their investment and ultimately their business revenue.

Co-Chair of the Corporate and Securities Practice at Stradling Law, Mark Skaist joined our studio to discuss some of the latest SEC rules and regulation that many CEO's and executives of middle market companies need to know for raising capital. Mark also talks about other alternative ways to raise capital such as the issue of crowd funding

Owner of Michael Manoogian Logo Design, Michael Manoogian joins our radio program to talk about how he got started in the business and how the evolution of technology has played a role in the industry and his business. Co-Chair of the Corporate and Securities Practice at Stradling Law, Mark Skaist joined our studio to discuss some of the latest SEC rules and regulation that many CEO's and executives of middle market companies need to know for raising capital. Mark also talks about other alternative ways to raise capital such as the issue of crowd funding.

Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey, co-founders of Barefoot Winery joined our host Richard Franzi in the studio to talk about how they launched their successful winery into the market through a unique business strategy. The couple also chatted with our host about their latest book The Barefoot Spirit.

Managing Partner at Consult2Hire, Kevin Corbett joined our program to talk about how his firm is helping middle market companies in the Richmond, Virginia area create staffing solutions for their business. Consult2Hire uses various e-business solutions as well as enterprise application solutions to address the needs of their clients. Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey, co-founders of Barefoot Winery joined our host Richard Franzi in the studio to talk about how they launched their successful winery into the market through a unique business strategy. The couple also chatted with our host about their latest book The Barefoot Spirit.

Looking to use SEO to help grow your business? Steve Kinney, president of Search Optimizers joined our show to talk about the top five ways CEO's and executives of middle market companies can utilize SEO strategies to help grow their business.

President and CEO of Executive Next Practices Institutes and NextWORKS, Scott Hamilton comes back to Critical Mass Radio to talk about ENP's expansion and share some of the next practice ideas being generated by the community of executives. Scott also talks about his NextWORKS business, a strategy and business alliance firm. Looking to use SEO to help grow your business? Steve Kinney, president of Search Optimizers joined our show to talk about the top five ways CEO's and executives of middle market companies can utilize SEO strategies to help grow their business.