Critical Mass Radio Show

Bill Ellermeyer, Owner of Ellermeyer Connect talks with host Doug Gfeller about his strategy of creating multiple revenue streams for entrepreneurs and how this can help reduce some of the inherent business risks organizations face, enabling them to open up additional revenue and profit opportunities. Sheevaun Moran, Owner of sheevaunmoran.com discusses her unique perceptions with Doug during a thoughtful discusson on how the natural energy that exists in the world can be harnessed by executives to improve their business performance and the bottom-line.

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 the benefits of their cutting-edge, virtual interview process.  Ric and Theo talk about the impact of being a green industry firm and how GreenJobInterview.com helps companies like WalMart save money and gain CO2 credits by conducting live interviews using their leading-edge technology.

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 children in Anaheim with sports, activities, and transportation since 1994.  Dave gives a sneak preview into their new complex scheduled to open in late July.

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 business based on her passion to help people navigate and prepare various types of documents for any routine legal matter.

          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.  Keri Gee is owner of Pridea, whose focus is to help business executives create and deliver PR strategies and public speaking support to enable them to reach their highest potential.  Keri Gee shares her experiences and lessons learned during this fast paced interview.

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 The Wogger, his first product for hands-free per walking.  Alex will share his motivation and the upcoming product launch experience.

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-profit firms reach their strategic goals-whether those goals are fund raising or incentive tools for employee recognition or to retain existing or encouraging new customer growth.

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 customers' inerests and tastes.  Also he talks about his newest invention the solar surfboard.

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 responding to the move of his supply base to China.

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 positively positioned within their industry.

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 focused on the competitive racing market and a racing team geared to help individuals gain access to the world of competitive racing.