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

John Meador, CEO of Envirocheck, Inc. stops by to talk with host Ric Franzi.  John and Ric explore Envirocheck and the niche John has carved out as the trusted leader in the environmental industy.  Envirocheck provides lab testing and consulting services for asbestos, lead, mold and other environmental hazards nationally since 1998. Lee Katz, Managing Partner for Grisanti, Galef & Goldress shares...

Gary Winkler President of Brothers International Desserts discusses with host Ric Franzi how his firm has been able to successfully compete with much larger firms since 1973 in the fine frozen desserts market.  Gary will detail how their focus on manufacturing quality desserts for the service industry has been the key to their survival.

Host Doug Gfeller, MCC shares his weekly tips on coaching and also talks with guest coaches about best practices in the executive coaching industry.

Chad Olsen, President of CamelBack Moving shares his strategy for growing his firm through the use of internet marketing with guest-host Paul Roberts. Lane Garret, Owner and CEO of ETA Engineering, Inc. explains how business owners can use energy investments as business investments.

Kandy L. Williams of the Law Offices of Kandy L. Williams joins guest-host Paul Roberts and shares her insights regarding how entrepreneurs can benefit from engaging a business attorney in the early stages of the life of their business. Francine Silverman, Talk Radio Adovcate talks with guest-host Paul Roberts about how critical radio interviews can be for entrepreneurs and business owners.  She a...

Bruce Mills, President of San Diego Bank will be guest-host Paul Roberts first guest and discuss how the banking landscape has been altered by the recent recession.  Bruce will also shares tips for business owners on how to strenghthen their banking relationship. Doug Wheeler, CEO of Summit Performance Group joins guest-host Paul Roberts for an interesting discussion about the travel incentive ind...

Host Doug Gfeller, shares ideas and latest trends in the professional coaching world.s

Andrea Tarman, President & CEO of Tarman Marketing Design talks with Ric Franzi and shares her insights into how firms can create web site, logos & brochures that prjoect a professional, fresh and stylish impression. Peter Bonin III CEO of Tenacore is Ric's second guest.  They discuss the rich history of his firm.  Peter and his partner Brand Caso started Tenacore in 2000 and have grown it steadil...

Bruce Edwin Graham, President and CEO of B.B. Graham During this hour-long interview Bruce talks with host Ric Franzi about Bruce's investment firm and explains the origin of their noted phrase "Know your options". 

Jeanne Stanley, Vice President of Human Resources for Money Mailer, LLC. visits with host Doug Gfeller.  Doug and Jeanne talk about her firm's creative programs for employee involvement and what it is like to run HR for a company with Headquarters in Garden Grove, CA, production in Virginia and sales in Georgia.  Jeanne also shares what they are doing with internal coaching.

Brad Morrison, CEO of Innove talks with host Ric Franzi abouthis firm which is a leader in cyber-security operations.  Triple digit growth has allowed them to be recognized by INC magazine for 3 consecutive years.  Brad was named to SABJ 40 under 40 in December 2010. Dr. Yevgeny Levitov, President of FaceKey is Ric's second guest.  Dr. Levitov talks about using technology, i.e. biometrics and how...

Gary L. Kramer, Founder of Kramer & Olsen Accountancy Corp. talks with host Ric Franzi about what business owners should know regarding the tax law changes in 2011.  These recent changes affect both individuals and businesses.  Ric asks Gary to highlight some of the new tax incentives which may be of value for business owners. Dan Merkle, CEO of Lexipol, LLC discusses his firm's focus on the publi...

Dr. Corey King, Owner of Tustin Chronic Condition talks with host Ric Franzi about his vision for his practice.  Dr. King focuses on helping patients with Autism/ADD/ADHD.  He also shares his work in natural treatments for patients with degenerative brain disorders such as Alzheimers. Mark Norton, General Manager of Los Altos Trophy leads his family business that has been crafting high quality awa...

Steele Platt, Founder of Yard House shares with host Ric Franzi his story for building his firm into a premium casual eatery known for its extensive menu, classic rock music and world's largest selection of draft beer. John Hogan, CEO of Hall & Foreman, Inc. highlights his firm's rich history as a part of Southern California since 1961.  HFI serves municipalities, public agencies, private builders...

Naushad Huda, CEO of Textopoly talks with host Ric Franzi about his award winning technology firm.  Ric and Naushad discuss the work his pioneering mobile engagement agency is doing through projects with brands including Comedy Central, Food Network, Chivas and many more.  Textopoly creates solutions for each client using mobile in synergy with traditional marketing. Tom Atencio, Co-Founder of Aff...

Rod Miller-Boyt, HR Manager of HPI Racing, talks with host Doug Gfeller about how HPI is implementing "Amoeba Management" within their firm.  Learn how this Japanese management philosophy works in both large and small companies.

Carrie Campbell, Human Resource Director for Staco Systems talks with host Doug Gfeller about the changes this 53 year old aerospace company is going through to remain vital and competitive in today's environment.

Chris Andreozzi, President of KnowledgeCentrix discusses his vision in creating his firm and it's growth as well as their selection to the 2010 INC. 5,000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies.

Andrew Littlefair, CEO of Clean Energy Fuels Corp. talks with host Ric Franzi about his firm, which was started by legendary investor Boone Pickens.  Also they discuss how actions by the government to create financial incentives lead to investment in clean energy.

Andrew Van Luchene, CEO of JackRabbit Systems shares with host Ric Franzi his firm's unique offering within the tourism industry. Greg Frost, CEO of Frost Mortgage talks about how Greg has built a national following by speaking on the power of "influence" as taught by Robert Ciadini.

Host Doug Gfeller talks about how coaching can help you reach your true potential.  Doug highlights Seth Godin's book Linchpin.

Ron Stein, President of Crest Digital, a family-owned business which is celebrating their 50th year in business in 2011.  Ron talks about the unique experience he has had leading a family business that is in a variety of markets.  Crest Digital is one of the world's leading media facilities with experience providing DVD/CD authoring, post production and digital asset management services to major f...

Dan Coffman, Owner of UPS Protection talks with host Ric Franzi about his experience building his technology company after he purchased it from the Founder.  UPS Protection has been in business for 25 years and Ric has Dan explain how, under Dan's ownership, the firm has changed leading to top line revenue growth. Chris Lamoureaux, Founder of Savings in OC, his firm has been recognized as a fast-g...

Host Doug Gfeller MCC, focuses this show on how executive coaching can help you maximize your ROR: Return on Relationships.  Nobody does a better job of dealing with this topic than Tommy Spaulding in his book It's Just Who You Know  which Doug reviews during the show.

Daniel Barnett, CEO of Promotional Fulfillment Services joins host Ric Franzi to detail his firm's position in the fast-growing marketing support and supply chain services market.  PROMOFILL is a leading provider in these areas because of the dedication of their employees, the technology investment and commitment to each and every clients requirements. Joseph Smith, CEO of ARSG, Inc., shares ARSG'...