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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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