Critical Mass Radio Show

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 and developers.

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 Affliction Clothing discusses the evolution of his firm and their family of brands.  A true cultural phenomenon and a commercial powerhouse; Affliction brands are rooted in and beloved by the hard rock and sports communities.

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.

Gary Oppedahl, President and Founder of To Be A Blessing Healthcare Services talks with host Ric Franzi about his choice in 2005 to form TBAB.  TBAB has grown to offer services in homecare, insititutions and hospitals with a staff of over 200 Nurses and Caregivers. Tony DiSanti, Owner of American Metals Company joins Ric to talk about his firm, which has been recycling and servicing Arizona since 1975.  AMC was recycling before recycling was considered an important part of our daily lives, or that being "green" was the right thing to do.  American Metals has given individuals, industry and governmental entities a place to bring all unwanted and recyclable metals. David Child, CEO of Tectonic Toys, discusses his business which enables clients to interact directly with the three dimensional universe with one simple, ingenious invention: Teh Tectonic Hinge.  The product has been called "The Hydrogen of Building Toys"!

Dr. Fresh, Founder of Dr. Fresh shares with host Ric Franzi his story for building his firm into one of the fastest growing oral care companies in the US.  Dr. Fresh owns more patents than any other US oral care company.   Bob Lotter, CEO of eAgency talks with Ric about his firm's software technology for cell phone management in the business environment.  Bob also explains the security risk employee cell phones present for mid-market firms.  Finally, Bob shares information about his newest software product My Mobile Watchdog, a product developed to protect children and give back to the community.

Tony Lee and Eugene Ku, Founders of Wireless Emporium talk with host Doug Gfeller about their story for building Wireless Emporium into the #1 Cell Phone Accessories Online Store.

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 film studios, software companies, record lables and industrial clients the world over. Phong Vo, Vice President of BTL Machine discusses what it means to be a family business in the aerospace industry.  Phong is a second-generation family member who has spent a majority of his professional life working for BTL Machine.

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-growing Orange County firm and Ric talks with him about his experiencce building a rapidly growing firm.

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's differentiated approach to providing national coverage to help merchandisers manage their products within a variety of retail outlets.  Joe also talks about the way his firm has used technology to create market differentiation leading to the creation of a new stand-alone product QuickViewTM software for real-time retail performance reporting.

Frank Jaksch, President & CEO of ChromaDex talks with host Ric Franzi about his strategy, when he started ChromaDex in 1999, to make it the leader in the creation and supply of botanical reference standards.  In a consolidating industry, ChromaDex has differentiated itself by combining scientific rigor to its products and services along with an aggressive customer sales and service model.

Host Doug Gfeller, Master Certified Coach, shares his wisdom and helpful hints for business leaders through the transformative powers of executive coaching.  Doug discusses the real tools to motivate employees.  He highlights selected sections of the book Drive by Daniel Pink during the show.

Host Doug Gfeller, Master Certified Coach, discusses how coaching can help you achieve peak performance.  Doug covers one of his favorite books on creating sustained peak performance, Peak by Author Chip Conely.  Have you considered how Abraham Maslow's "Hierarchy of Needs" can be applied your leadership philosophy?  This show builds on Doug's thoughts on how to deal with change and motivation has on determining increased performance.

Rebecca Kaminsky, Founder of The Write Way O.C. talks with host Doug Gfeller about her story as an entrepreneur and educator.  Rebecca's firms specializes in copywriting/copy editing, strategic planning and creative development for small and mid-market firms.

Robert Traxel, Chairman of the Board of BTB Event Productions, Inc talks with host Ric Franzi.  Robert has been in the special events industry for over 50 years.  Robert discusses his firm which is staffed by team members who are committed to providing the best products and services at the best possible pricing. Bill Borneman, CEO of PowerDirect, shares how his fast-growing firm, dedicated to producing superior data-driven door hanger, direcdt mail, and ePower campaigns can influence consumers, increase client returns and has established PowerDirect as a trusted source of unique target marketing.