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

The last Tuesday of every month is "Coaching Hour" on Critical Mass: The Radio Show. Listen as Master Certified Coach Doug Gfeller takes questions and gives his "Coaching Perspective" on some typical challenges which all businesses face today.

Darin Gibson, Owner of Burnham Gibson Financial Group, Inc. talks with host Ric Franzi about how he's succeeded in building a financial services firm serving Orange County from the ground up.  He also discusses how his firm's role of providing innovative, practical financial programs has been tested by the volatile investment landscape. Theo Rokos, President of GreenJobInterview.com talks about th...

Karla Dennis, Owner of Cohesive Tax Strategies, is positioned as "America's Tax Diva".  She shares with host Ric Franzi the implications of the latest tax laws for business owners and executives.  Karla also discusses the common mistakes made during succession planning as it relates to tax planning. Dave Wilk, Executive Director of Goals, a non-profit that has been providing local, underprivileged...

Luke Mysse, Owner of Crossgrain, a business-minded design firm which helps service-based companies generate revenue.  Luke shares his expereince building his graphic design firm at a young age and his recent efforts to expand his marketing through public speaking and social media with host Ric Franzi.

Jimmy Cleland, Owner of Blizzard Beer Systems talks with host Doug Gfeller about his state-of-the-art beer delivery systems that can increase profits by 30% through the elimination of "warm beer foam".  Jimmy shares his plan for creating demand for his patented systems and growing his firm. Christina Hernandez, Owner of Attorney Assisted shares her experience in building a successful, family busin...

          Kevin Landry, CEO of New Horizons Computer Learning Center, discusses the effects the economy has had on the training industry.  As a learning solutions provider for many of the industry's top vendors, Kevin is well posied to share the steps they have taken to capitalize on state and federal spending initiatives. Keri Gee Semmelman, is an expert in public relations and public speaking. ...

Roy Van Broekhuizen, Founder of Laga Designs talks with host Ric Franzi discusses the firm he and his wife started to help the tsunami survivors of Indonesia rebuild their home and lives.  By their efforts, a tsunami survivor and talented artisan trains eager Acehnese women to make the handbags that represent hope for the future. Alex Baiedi, Founder of The Wogger speaks about his inspiration for...

Ryan Rieches of Rieches Baird talks with host Ric Franzi about how a buiness can gain better performance through focusing on the area of thier services or products that have the highest market differentiation and perceived value. Stuart Paskow and Michelle Cohen, co-owners of Mitch-Stuart Inc, discuss how using incentive travel products and programs can help both non-profit organizations and for-p...

Ed Bray, Director of Compliance with Burnham Benefits talks with host Doug Gfeller about what the new healthcare reform act will mean for business owners and how they will have to adapt their decision making to respond to the changes mandated by the new law.

Norman Wolfe, President Quantum Leaders talks with host Ric Franzi about the inspiration, process and final product of Norman's decision to write "The Living Organization: the Physics and Spirit of Business".  Norman wrote this book to help business leaders connect with their people at a deeper more meaningful level.

Doug Gfeller Master Certified Coach (MCC) discusses the latest trends in the area of Executive Coaching.

Nomi Channapragada, Founder and Owner of One Stop Beauty talks with host Ric Franzi about her experience in starting and building her 3-store beauty supply and salons in Huntington Beach, CA.

Tim Pitts, President of Censource talks with host Doug Gfeller about how his firm has been able to respond to the changing requirements for large-scale electrical signs through his partnering with other firms in his industry.

Jennifer Myers, Creative Director and Owner of Either or Media talks with host Doug Gfeller about the importance of marketing and social media marketing to a business owner as well as how business executives can capitalize on the ever changing media industry for exposure. Tony Jones, Owner of Coral Reef describes how he has been able to survive by changing his retail business to adapt to the custo...

Lisa McDennon, Principal of LRM Design talks with host Doug Gfeller about how her firm's culture is enabling LRM Design's people to contribute their own special talents and energy to offer full service residential and commercial designs. Jeff Lopez, President of Dekra-Lite discusses the challenges in growing a business dedicated to commercial holiday decorative lighting and how his firm is respond...

Todd Layman, Owner of Coastline Development talks with host RIc Franzi about what he has done to enable his firm to be in the construction industry for 26 years and what Coastline Development is doing to prepare the industry's eventual rebound. Lauire Pehar Borsh, Owner of LPB Personal PR Productions, discusses the key role personal branding plays in an executive or business owners ability to be p...

Lauraine Bifulco, President of Vantaggio HR Ltd. talks with host Ric Franzi about a variety of HR topics top executives should be aware of in today's business environment. Wendy Rogers, Principal at LPA discusses how the firm's culture and intergrated business model has enabled them to create a unique brand.  She also talks with Ric about the current best practices for sustainable design.

Scott Cross of SC Custom Homes talks with host Doug Gfeller about how he is differentiating his business in the demanding Orange County high-end custom home market. Patrick Curley, President of Curley Wholesale Electric discusses the wholesale electric supply market in Southen California and what he is doing to position his family business to win business against the giants in his industry.

Kai Beaudoux, Owner of Kona Kai Private Reserve Water talks with host Ric Franzi about his efforts at differentiating his water delivery firm from the larger firms in his industry. Steve Lewis, Founder of Performance Racing discusses how he has diversified his business interests into a firm that includes a trade show which is the considered the three biggest days in motorsports with a magazine foc...

  Kevin Dinino of KCD Public Relations talks with host Doug Gfeller about how a public relations firm can assist business owners grow the awareness of their firm in the marketplace.

Doug Gfeller, Master Certified Coach hosts the first installment of his monthly shows discussing the latest trends in the executive coaching profession.

Jaime Nunez, President of Cali Lighting talks with host Ric Franzi about how his MBA education at Chapman University has helped him shaped the strategy for his firm. Tamee Gunnell, Founder of 1M2Es discusses some common mistakes business owners make in the area of strategy planning and brand strategy.

Peter Munson, Managing Partner of Executive Career Services talks with host Ric Franzi how he has diversified his firm to respond to the changes in the state of the placement industry. Taya and Mike Paige, Founders of Le Reve discuss how they have had responded to the changing business opportunities for their firm's services.

Jeff Irvin, Founder and Chairman of Spinitar talks with host Doug Gfeller about his firm's evolution and how their participation in a marketing alliance has benefited his firm. Daniel Callahan of Callahan & Blaine discusses how being recognized as California's premier litigation firm has affected their market position in the legal profession.

Bill Bousema of William Bousema Company talks with host Ric Franzi about managing and building his multiple business interests ranging from part-time CFO services to his franchise spa business. Jenny Ross Founder of 118 Degrees Restaurant discusses how her restaurant serves to empower the Orange County communiity with fresh, organic living cuisine.