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

Is print media really gone? Not according to Martin Fukuda, COO of  N2 Publishing . Martin joined our program to share with us how his publishing firm is thriving in a world of new technology. N2 Publishing creates specialized reader content driven magazine publications throughout communities in over 40 states.   How did his career as a CPA turn into a career as an expert in customer service? Tomm...

Partner at  Anton and Chia, LLP , Nicolas Pulecio joined us in the studio to talk about how his firm is helping middle market companies through financial auditing and internal controls. Nicolas shares with us how his entrepreneurial path led him to Anton and Chia and how his firm has also expanded internationally. 

Ever wondered how emotional intelligence can play a role in your effectiveness as a business leader? Jennifer Shirkani, founder of Penumbra and author of  EGO vs EQ  (Emotional Intelligence) joined our program to talk about her latest book and explain to us the dynamics between ego and emotional intelligence.  Partner at  Anton and Chia, LLP , Nicolas Pulecio joined us in the studio to talk about...

Woody Hogg, owner of  ERA Woody Hogg & Associates  joined our radio program to share with us how his family owned firm in Richmond, VA has created its business model for success in the real estate industry. Woody also shares how his firm survived the economic ups and downs during the nations economic recession. 

Ever wonder that your chances really are of winning a Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes? Author of  The Naked Truth about Publishers Clearing House,  Darrell Lester joined our program to talk about his book and share some of the inside secrets as well as the myths and truths about the nationally known company.

Our host Ric Franzi attended the annual  Women Helping Women  Mission Possible Fashion Show and was able to talk to a few attendees about event. Women helping Women Men to Work is a non profit organization who's mission is to provide "employment support services to empower disadvantaged men, women and teens to achieve economic self sufficiency through employment success." 

President of  New Prospects Contact Center   Kenneth Wills joined or show to talk about some of the services his firm offers and share with us how the latest technology in communication has contributed to the success of his firm. The mission of the company is to be recognized as the nations contact center of choice for customers. 

Did you know that almost 90% of business transformations fail? Interested in successfully transforming your business? Pete Winiarski, Founder and CEO of  Win Enterprises LLC , joined our program today to talk about how his firm is helping middle market companies transform their business and helping them to achieve their business and personal goals as well.  President of  New Prospects Contact Cent...

Critical Mass Radio Show presents Final Fridays LIVE at Brandman University. Our expert panelists included Mick Ukleja, founder and president of  Leadership TraQ , Herb Callahan, Corporate Director of  Golden State Foods , Ryan Hines, Public Relations Coordinator at  Chapman University  and Dr. Kathleen Bates, Professor at  Brandman University . Our guest panelists enthusiastically discussed the i...

A professor in the  Department of Economics at California State University Fullerton , Dr. Mira Farka joined us in the studio to give us an update on the current economic forecast. Dr. Farka briefly touched on many top trending topics for discussion such as the impact of growing technology and the state of the current labor market.  Our host Ric Franzi attended the annual  Women Helping Women  Mis...

Robin Sinclair, the executive director at the  Casa Youth Shelter  joined our program to talk about her path through many different non-profit organizations and how she became involved with Casa Youth Shelter. Casa Youth Shelter was founded by Myldred E. Jones in 1978 and its mission is to provide temporary shelter for runaways and youth in crisis. 

Russel Hornbeek, Founder and CEO of  Music Saves Lives , joined us in the studio to talk about his passion for starting this organization that raises awareness of blood disease and the importance of blood donation among todays youth. Russel tells us a little more about the organizations partnerships with summer music festivals and how young people are inspired and motivated to participate in the b...

Ever wondered how much ethics plays a part in business? Mark Pastin, Ethics Consultant and Author of  Making an Ethical Difference: Tools for Better Action , joined our program to talk about how taking a look at your ethical strategy and incorporating ethical changes can effect the success of your middle market company.

Managing Partner at  VACO Richmond  in Richmond, VA, Renee Fisher joined our show to discuss how quality customer service and highly valued business ethics has earned VACO a successful name among its clients of middle market companies in the Virginia area. VACO Richmond is a family of about 28 like minded LLC's across the nation including Southern California locations in Los Angeles, Orange County...

Co-author of  Gordon Gekko, CEO: Lessons from Wall Street for a Winning Attitude , Dave Bowman joined our program to talk about how the book can help CEO's and leaders of middle market companies grow their business. Authors Doug Hess and Dave Bowman write about tips and strategies on how to utilize business information and put them into productive action in order to create a successful business. 

Newly appointed CEO of  Community Bank , David Misch joined us in the studio to discuss some of the trends in commercial bank lending and shared with us how his experiences and expertise lead him to become a part of Community Bank. Community Bank is an independent and family owned bank with 17 branches across Southern California serving the needs of small and middle market companies.  

Foundation Director of  Golden West College Foundation , Bruce Berman returned to the show to talk about the foundations latest event the 17th annual gala. Our host Ric Franzi attended the event and shared some the nights great highlights and interviews with some of the attendees of the extravagant event. 

Founder and CEO of  The Mind Aware , Dana Wilde joined our program to discuss how the power of positive thinking and action can truly effect your personal life and business life. Dana talks about how she is helping CEO's and business leaders of middle market companies retrain their brain to achieve business growth and success. 

Ever wonder how the world of online gaming could create a significant impact on social development as well as business development? Genese Davis,  Author of The Holders Dominion , joined us in the studio to discuss how her path lead her to becoming a thought leader in the gaming culture and its social development. Genese is also a host, media personality and dips in a cluster of other roles as a b...

Owner and CEO of  The Wine Artist , MJ Hong joined us in the studios to share her story behind her entrepreneurial endeavor. With more than 10 years in the corporate world, MJ decided it was finally time to pursue her passion and took over The Wine Artist, a private events venue. She talks about some of the challenges and obstacles she faced while undertaking this new adventure and how she continu...

Greg Papay, Managing Partner at  Lake/Flato Architects  joined the show to discuss how the success of his firm is driven by focusing on basic business principles. Greg's company primarily focuses on being a design first architectural firm. 

Founding Principal and Managing Director at  Oyster Consulting, LLC. , Patrick Dennis joined our program to talk about how his Richmond, VA firm is growing and continues to help middle market companies with their business solutions. Patrick accounts for his firms rapid and successful growth due to the experience and real world knowledge of his team in assisting clients and business leaders of thes...

Cheif Technology Officer Mark Niederauer of  EO2 Concepts  joined the program to discuss some of the challenges and obstacles facing their medical technology company as well as sharing some best practices of the special organization called MIOSA, which is made up of medical start ups. 

Founder and CEO of Cargill Consulting Group , Gil Cargill joined us in the studio to talk about the top nine secrets in which middle market companies can improve their sales and grow their business. Gil also stresses a good foundation for a good sales strategy starts from the executive seat and talks about his sales executive coaching programs.

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.