Critical Mass Radio Show

David Meltzer, CEO and President of Sports 1 Marketing, joined Ric in the studio to discuss the inspiration behind his latest book "Connected to Goodness." David shared with our audiences the books seven principals that lead him to business and life success.

CEO of Sekur.me, Jack Bicer returned to Critical Mass Radio Show to break the news of his latest patent for online payment applications. The goal of Sekur.me is to eliminate the payment friction for consumers and businesses making online and mobile payments.  David Meltzer, CEO and President of Sports 1 Marketing, joined Ric in the studio to discuss the inspiration behind his latest book "Connected to Goodness." David shared with our audiences the books seven principals that lead him to business and life success. 

Innovations in Technology: Creating Opportunities for Businesses Panel: Mo Davoudian, CEO/Creative Director - Brain Zoo Studios  The Emmy Award winning CG animation studio based in Los Angeles, is specialized in stylized and photo realistic character animation, and cinematics. As a visual storytellers, their passion is developing unique, emotional characters for the family entertainment, and the toy and video game industries. Since 1995, Brain Zoo Studios has consistently raised the bar in CG animation for feature films, commercials, interactive media, and other platforms by streamlining processes and tools that deliver quicker outcomes without compromising quality.     Sophie Lee, Chair, IS Department - College of Business Administration, CSULB  Dr. Lee received her Ph.D. in Information Systems from the University of Texas at Austin in 1995 and joined the CBA family in 1998.  Her research interests are in the complementary fit and business value of technology and organizations, database development, and data

President and CEO of CommerceWest Bank, Ivo Tjan joined Critical Mass Radio Show to talk about the importance and the role that community banks play in the business growth of middle market companies. Ivo also talked about three main causes of failure for businesses: cash flow, rapid growth and debt struction on a balance sheet. 

Are you looking for an effective medium to communicate your brand to and with your clients? Scott Strochak, CEO of Xtelesis joined Critical Mass Radio Show to talk about how his firm is helping middle market companies use voice communication and other cloud based data services to help grow their business. Scott also discussed some of the recent trends in IP communication solutions that have helped many businesses grow this year.  President and CEO of CommerceWest Bank, Ivo Tjan joined Critical Mass Radio Show to talk about the importance and the role that community banks play in the business growth of middle market companies. Ivo also talked about three main causes of failure for businesses: cash flow, rapid growth and debt struction on a balance sheet. 

Founder of the 50 Mile Ride for Rwanda, Doug Grant joins Critical Mass Radio show for our special non-profit segment to talk about how he chose a bike ride as a fund-raising method. The upcoming 50 Mile Ride for Rwanda in April supports two non-profit organizations: Team Africa Rising and World Bicycle Relief. Doug also talks about how his firm West America Communications helps non-profit organizations get their message across through marketing and branding, fund-raising methods and budgeting and planning annual reports.

Are you looking for IT solutions that will fit your business? Amon Prasad, CEO of Network Remedy joins us in the studio to discuss various network solutions for middle market companies. Amon also talks about the importance of the Network Remedy Cloud and how he has used it to help many of his clients. Founder of the 50 Mile Ride for Rwanda, Doug Grant joins Critical Mass Radio show for our special non-profit segment to talk about how he chose a bike ride as a fund-raising method. The upcoming 50 Mile Ride for Rwanda in April supports two non-profit organizations: Team Africa Rising and World Bicycle Relief. Doug also talks about how his firm West America Communications helps non-profit organizations get their message across through marketing and branding, fund-raising methods and budgeting and planning annual reports.

The 9th Annual Ethics at the Beach Workshop  Hosted by California State University Long Beach Ethical Leadership, Behavior, & Consequences: Real Life Results Panel: Azia Celestino Guest Moderator, Critical Mass for Business Robert Luna Chief of Police, City of Long BeachAriela Nerubay VP Audience Acquisition, GalavisionCeleste Ahl Associate, Rutan & Tucker, LLP

Critical Mass Radio Show presents our special ESOP 101 segment featuring two guests: Martin Staubus, Executive Director of the Beyster Institute; and Keith Molchan, 1st Vice President of Community Bank. Our panel of experts discussed why, when and how business owners decide to choose the ESOP path as the correct succession strategy for their company. 

Dr. Betty Uribe, Executive Vice President of California Bank and Trust joined Ric in the studio to talk about some of the recent trends in commercial and business banking. Dr. Uribe also touched on the importance of two factors: value and trust; these key characteristics in turn influence leadership of a business and affect the continued success of the future generation of a business.

Founder of Critical Connections, Richard Sink joined Critical Mass Radio to talk about the importance of creating an online presence for your business. Richard discussed how middle market companies can fully and effectively utilize online marketing practices to grow their business.  Dr. Betty Uribe, Executive Vice President of California Bank and Trust joined Ric in the studio to talk about some of the recent trends in commercial and business banking. Dr. Uribe also touched on the importance of two factors: value and trust; these key characteristics in turn influence leadership of a business and affect the continued success of the future generation of a business. 

An accounting firm and law firm, all wrapped up in one? Navneet Chugh, managing partner at The Chugh Firm joined Critical Mass Radio Show to talk about his unique business and how his firm continues to help small to middle market companies through accounting services, legal services and create solutions to fit their business model. 

From the Orange County Business Council, Vice President of Economic Development Matt Petteruto joined Ric in the studio to talk about why Orange County is a great place to do business. The Orange County Business Council offers services to middle market companies and strives to help foster the growth and success of local businesses in the Orange County area.  An accounting firm and law firm, all wrapped up in one? Navneet Chugh, managing partner at The Chugh Firm joined Critical Mass Radio Show to talk about his unique business and how his firm continues to help small to middle market companies through accounting services, legal services and create solutions to fit their business model. 

President of Taylor Protocols Inc., Lynn Taylor joined Critical Mass Radio Show, with guest host Paul Roberts to talk about the importance of hiring, training and maintaining top performers in a business. Lynn discusses the 80/20 rule and how it can effect the growth of middle market companies. 

Co-founder of DreamItAlive.com, Ash Kumra joins Ric in the studio to talk about how his organization, one of the largest online community for dream boards,  is helping its clients bring their "dream life" to real life, through scientifically proven methods and strategies. Ash also discussed the power of entrepreneurship and its impact on the business community. 

Daniel Callahan, Founding Partner at Callahan and Blaine also jumped into our studio to discuss the proper steps a business should take to ensure a successful litigation strategy. Dan returns to the show to take us step by step through the process on what middle market companies should do when being faced with a lawsuit. 

How to avoid risky business litigations from one of Orange County's most enterprising firms. Jeffrey Dennis, Managing Partner at Newmeyer and Dillion LLP joined Critical Mass Radio Show as a part of our big discussion on dealing with business litigation. Jeff discussed with our audiences some great tips on how to stay out of legal trouble.  Daniel Callahan, Founding Partner at Callahan and Blaine also jumped into our studio to discuss the proper steps a business should take to ensure a successful litigation strategy. Dan returns to the show to take us step by step through the process on what middle market companies should do when being faced with a lawsuit. 

Critical Mass Radio presents our 1000th Interview event with special guest Wing Lam, Co-founder and CEO of Wahoo's Fish Tacos. Wing joined Ric at our special live event to talk discuss some of the lessons he learned in business during the great recession as well as why it is important for middle market companies to give back to their communities. 

Angie Weeks, founder of Cal Coast Web Design joined Critical Mass Radio Show with our guest host Azia Celestino to discuss what middle market companies need to know when creating their website. Angie discusses some of the most important factors to consider when creating a successful website: innovation, content, interaction and new media. 

Todd Scherwin, Managing Partner at Fisher & Phillips joined Ric in the studio today to discuss some hot topics on the California Employment Laws. Todd and Ric talked about some of the recent changes in 2015 regarding labor laws and what CEO's and employees of middle market companies should know.