Critical Mass Radio Show

Joe Nunez, President The Laundry Butlers is guest host Paul Robert's first guest.  Joe bring his interesting background to an old line business and has created a unique operation. He is a firm believer in "paying it forward" and discusses how he has helped and how he now volunteers his time with the Veterans entrepreneur boot camp program. Ron Burns, CEO of Proton Media is the maker of ProtoSphere the market leading virtual collaboration environment for business.  Proton Media has spent time partnering with larger tech companies, like Microsoft and Polycom.  Their goal is humanize business on-line, and to save the world from boring 2D web meetings! Lyle Myers, President of Esio Beverage Company discusses his company which has the Esio Hot&Cold Beverage System.  The system is the most convenient appliance since the microwave oven.

Albert Schmeiser, Managing Partner of Schmieser, Olsen & Watts LLP is host Richard Franzi's first guest.  Albert shares insights into the changing workforce demographics and how intellectual property protection can benefit entrepreneurs and business owners.

Albert Schmeiser, Managing Partner of Schmieser, Olsen & Watts LLP is host Richard Franzi's first guest.  Albert shares insights into the changing workforce demographics and how intellectual property protection can benefit entrepreneurs and business owners. Matt Keener, President Keener Marketing Solutions joins the show and talks about his latest book Executive in Sweatpants.

Michael Schwartz, CEO of Strategic Storage Trust, Inc. is host Richard Franzi's first guest.  Michael talks about his firm's focus on acquisition, ownership, operation and development across America's self storage industry.  He discusses how the firm has been successful competing against industry giants. Brian Goodman, Managing Director Experis Manpower Group Experis is a dedicated business unit of Manpower group-a world leader in employment services for more than 60 years, and a recognized pioneer in the industry.  Brian talks about what 2013 holds for employers looking to add talent in IT, finance and accounting, engineering as well as other industries.

Janice Salmon, Director OC Breast Wellness joins host Richard Franzi as his first guest.  Recognizing a need for breast cancer screenings among Orange County women, Janice Salmon founded OC Breast Wellness to help battle rising cancer statistics.  Janice shares her expertise as a "serial entrepreneur" and discusses how she has grown this life-saving business while championing the use of unique cancer detection technology. Stephen Blythe, Founder and CEO Blytheco Since 1980 Blytheco has provided small firms with the business management software they need to run smoothly, grow their business, and ultimately achieve their goals.  Stephen shares his strategy for developing Blytheco into a nationwide success that serves a large spectrum of business needs and industries.

Rich Marcello, Co-Founder Strand Brewing Company joins host Richard Franzi to share stories about the start of his micro-brewery.  Rich and his business partner Joel Elliott turned 100-hour-a-week struggle and labor of love into a thriving company.  With Strand Brewing Company beer now in 200 bars and restaurants across the southland, you will learn how Rich and Joel propelled their craft beer dreams into a fast-growing business. Gayle Brantuk, Vice President Glen-L Marine Designs brings her firm's rich history to life during her interview.  Since 1953, Glen-L Marine Designs has supplied amateur boat builders with plans, kits and building materials.  Gayle discusses her strategies for keeping her father's family business growing after sixty years of providing boat enthusiasts with the tools they need to build the boat of their dreams.

Tom Ryan, Founder and Chief Concept Officer for SmashBurger joins host Richard Franzi to discuss the key ingredients for Smasburgers success.  They are an international firm with 180 locations.  Tom is known for developing business building concepts, and marketing programs throughout his career.  Tom received his Ph.D. in Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry from Michigan State University. Chris Relth, Managing Partner for Artemis Search Partners is Richard's second guest and shares the key elements to consider in building a fast growth firm.  Artemis Search Partners is a nationwide executive search firm located in Orange County.

Sam Murray, CEO of ManagEase joins host Richard Franzi and shares insights into the strategy she is using to lead her firm in the competitive field of outsourced HR services.  From an initial focus on compliance and employer risk reduction, ManagEase has expanded to offer a variety of HR products and services to business owners, business managers, finance managers, and human resource professionals.

Steve Facenda, President of Viamark Advertising joins guest host Paul Roberts to discuss his advertising firm and the award-winning campaigns they have developed for their clients.

Jeff Motske, President and CEO of Trilogy Financial Services appeared on the show to discuss the growth of his firm. Host Richard Franzi explored with Jeff the keys to his ability to building a successful multi-state financial planning firm. Thea Hargrove of CAWeddingDay.com joined the show to share information about the wedding industry and an upcoming bridal boutique which was held at the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity in SOCO.

Don Schoendorfer, Founder and President of Free Wheelchair Mission joins host Richard Franzi to discuss the organization he started.  Free Wheelchair Mission is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing wheelchairs to the impoverished disabled in developing nations.

Brad Hall, Managing Partner of Hall & Company CPAs joins host Richard Franzi as his featured guests.  Brad and Richard talk about a wide range of topics including how the Affordable Care Act is impacting business owners.

Dr. Beth Haney joins host Richard Franzi and discusses her latest book "Be-You-T-Full".  Dr. Haney is a board certified family nurse practitioner and doctor of nursing.  Beth talks about her book and how readers can be armed with enough information to ask the right questions and get the best cosmetic treatments. Dr. Anil Puri shares, in a previously recorded interview, a glimpse into his presentation delivered at the October 25th Economic Forecast Conference.

Mike Shannon, President of Axiom Developments joins host Richard Franzi and discusses his sales force development company and his sales book "Hooked on Hopium".

Stephen Blythe joins guest-host Paul Roberts and discusses LIGA International.  LIGA International (The Flying Doctors of Mercy) is a nonprofit organization that provides free healthcare and education to the people of Sinaloa, Mexico, since 1934

Greg Labate, Sheppard Mullin joins guest-host Paul Roberts and talks about the warning signs you may not be hiring a 1099 contractor. Faith Smith, Eyes Cream Shades returns to the show and discusses what she has learned about patent protection for entrepreneurs.

Lt. Col. Michael Moffett and Fahim Fazli join host Richard Franzi and discuss their book "Fahim Speaks" that won the Gold Medal for Biography from the Military Writers Society of America.  This inspiring narrative chronicles the compelling  life journey of Fahim Fazli.  Born in Afghanistan, Fazli saw his country and family split apart by revolution and war. Fred Helms, Senior Vice President US Bank Fred is senior executive, with extensive success in raising capital and structuring senior debt facilities.  US Bank's market focus is on middle market and privately held companies.

Viktor Nagornyy, Founder and CEO of Viktorix Innovative joins host Richard Franzi and shares he views on the importance of content marketing to small business owners and entrepreneurs.  Viktor works with business owners on brand development, online marketing, and community building.  If you use a Wordpress website, then you have to listen and learn from Viktor's experiences using the platform to drive traffic and business.

Martin Rodriguez, Executive Director CampFire USA Orange County Chapter joins host Richard Franzi.  Martin discusses CampFire USA mission and their programs in Orange County.  He also talks about the 4th Annual Igniting Change Golf Tournament.

Steve Wright joins host Richard Franzi to discuss his latest entrepreneurial venture SpectatorShade!  Steve is the inventor and CEO for SpectatorShare which was inspired while attending a sporting event.  Steve played in the NFL for 13 years.  His previous entrepreneurial success was Cloudburst Misting Systems creating the first NFL sidelines mist cooling system.  Listen to learn about Steve's latest venture.