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

Having the right people by your side is extremely helpful when building up your firm. Those people are the ones who can help you unlock your firm's potential and performance. Rick Cocuzzo of Sales Velocity Advisors and Rick Girard of Stride Search join us to share more. 

Dog lovers unite! Jon Kurtz, CEO of Dog Is Good joined Ric in the studio to talk about the importance of dogs in people's lives and how to brand and market to dog lovers.

As a privacy lawyer in Southern California, Lily Li of Metaverse Law recognized the growing market for legal services focused exclusively on data privacy and protection. Metaverse Law helps companies in the high-tech, digital marketing, healthcare, and e-commerce technologies by finding practical solutions for everyday online business problems.

A lifelong love of cycling and hatred of hills prompted serial entrepreneur Don DiCostanzo to co-found Pedego Electric Bikes in 2008 with his best friend Terry Sherry. Starting with his own capital and no experience in the bicycling industry, Don parlayed his automotive industry experience and entrepreneurial know-how to build the best electric bike company. And today, Pedego is the #1 electric bi...

Janine Lombardi founded J9 Leading Solutions to help leaders live better lives and lead more effectively. Not only does she provide leadership training but also consulting services. And her shared proven strategies show her ambition and passion. Janine is here today to tell us more about career and women in business.

When it comes to exit planning or succession planning, most business owners are late to address the subject until it is too late.  In order to maximize value, entrepreneurs and owners should solicit the help of trusted advisors.  In order to increase valuation, businesses, most and foremost, require the assistance of a seasoned operational trusted advisor (experienced CEO or COO) to help put the r...

Chase Geiser and his firm Cube LLC has managed millions in digital advertising campaigns. He will be on the radio show to share the big ideas contained within his latest talk titled “The Power of Digital Content Marketing.”

Through compassion, integrity, respect, innovation, and transparency – the Ronald McDonald House works to provide a community where children and families embrace life with hope, courage, and joy. And your donations are put to good use to help make a difference in the community. Susan Kenny from the OC Ronald McDonald House is here to share more.

In today’s world, when you need help you need to reach out and get it. Whether it be business, financial, career, or personal help – having a great mentor or coach can help your move forward. Author Melinda Kelly joined us to share how her book  Finding Your Coach  helps readers seek effective coaches.

In 1970, Tony Assali came to the United States from Beirut, Lebanon, with only $28 in his pocket. He has written his story of entrepreneurial success in his first book  Catch the White Tiger . Tony will be discussing the origin of this term and the impact it has had on his journey.

Jacqui Genow is a Brand and Business Strategist. Her focus goes beyond marketing to making the connections between how marketing decisions made today can impact your business in the future. She partners and listens to client needs, provides deep insights, approaches issues from the customer's perspective. Dr. Shawn Andrews interviews Jacqui in the studio to discuss how Jacqui provides clarity to h...

No single road can directly meet everyone's needs. That's why Vibrant Software makes sure to utilize all forms of technology and sources to make sure their clients are represented in the best way possible when it comes to web solutions.

2019 is here! What's your game plan to lead yourself/your team towards a winning year? Join Angelo Ponzi of The Ponzi Group and Rich Cocuzzo of Sales Velocity Advisors to learn how you can make the most of 2019 for you and your firm.

With her expertise in work experience and knowledge in leadership, Dr. Shawn Andrews is expanding her work one industry at a time. Her latest – creating a Women’s Power Peer Group where Women business leaders can help guide and support each other in their work. Dr. Andrews joins us to share her inspiration behind this specific peer group and more. 

Run your company, don’t let it run you. Many business owners decide to go independent so they can have more freedom, invest in their passion, and work on their own future. But it doesn’t always easily shape and form to what the initial plans were. John Warrillow joins us to discuss the 8 drivers of company value.

Farmers around the world are using webs software to manage their orchard and detect early problems. Aerobotics helps to provide this tech to farmers through drones and flight planner apps. CEO James Patterson joined us to tell us more.

People are always looking for leaders -- someone who can solve their problems, inspire them, and help guide them. Being that strong leader in a firm is crucial to bringing trust to your firm. Jayson Duncan of Miller Farm Media helps make these leaders through media and video influences. 

As a business leader, are you confident in your communication skills? Every leader has a shining vision of “how things can be” but often times fail miserably at relaying the insight to people. Chris Westfall of Leadership Language joined us to go over new communication strategies and techniques to amp up your communication skills.

From small to medium-sized businesses to large corporations – Lisa Caprelli helps guide businesses to achieve success and maintain relevance in our rapidly evolving world. A key aspect of her work is helping people understand how to use today’s technology to their advantage.

Since 1977, Ocean Institute has been educating the community in in- depth marine science, maritime history, and outdoor education programs. As a non-profit, they strive to maximize immersion, spark curiosity, and inspire a deep commitment to learning. President & CEO Dan Pingaro joined us to tell us more.

Giving employees a boost in productivity rather than struggles can be hard to find. But look no further, there is indeed a formula to drive employee productivity! TeamKnit has been recognized in the top 20 most promising tools. Nick Panhwar is here to break down the formula to make your workplace environment more encouraging.

Authors Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss are back with a newly released sequel to their hit book B.S. Incorporated – Operation Clusterpuck. It follows the stories of unsung corporate heroes who are working to do the right thing for their work “family” in all situations. Jennifer and Michael join us to tell us more about their new book.

A special bonus episode! Dr. Mira Farka joined Ric to give her latest economic forecast. 

A person’s success isn’t the result of superhuman feats. It’s the outcome of doing the things anyone can do – though most of us just don’t. A key motive can be surrounding yourself with the right people. Leo Bottary, Author of  What Anyone Can Do: How Surrounding Yourself with the Right People Will Drive Change, Opportunity, and Personal Growth , joined us to share how.

Thinking outside the box is number one when it comes to innovation and creative thinking. The team behind Devise Interactive helps solve problems and strategize around your needs to bring enormous results.