Critical Mass Shows

Vic Hausmaninger, Partner at HBLA talks with host Ric Franzi about the proposed changes to lease accountancy rules that business owners and CEOs need to know.  Ric asks Vic to share his thoughts about being a contributing author in the new book "The Power of CEO Guiding Principles" released Tuesday March 29th.

Linda Strand, Owner of Independent Energy Solutions discusses her family owned and operated firm specializing in the installation of renewable energy systems.  IES is a full service engineering and construction firm with over 40 years of combined experience in photovoltaics and support infrastructure.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

John Meador, CEO of Envirocheck, Inc. stops by to talk with host Ric Franzi.  John and Ric explore Envirocheck and the niche John has carved out as the trusted leader in the environmental industy.  Envirocheck provides lab testing and consulting services for asbestos, lead, mold and other environmental hazards nationally since 1998.

Lee Katz, Managing Partner for Grisanti, Galef & Goldress shares stories and advice for business owners based on his 25 years turning failing companies around.  Throughout his career in crisis management, Lee has servced as an interim executive officer and re-organization director for both large and small firms.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

Gary L. Kramer, Founder of Kramer & Olsen Accountancy Corp. talks with host Ric Franzi about what business owners should know regarding the tax law changes in 2011.  These recent changes affect both individuals and businesses.  Ric asks Gary to highlight some of the new tax incentives which may be of value for business owners.

Dan Merkle, CEO of Lexipol, LLC discusses his firm's focus on the public sector safety agencies.  Lexipol is America's leading source for risk management resources, delivering services through a unique, web-based development system with integrated training.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

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.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

Rocky Gentner, Founder of Gentner and Company, a healthcare management consulting firm he founded to make a beneficial difference in the healthcare industry.  Rocky shares the history of his firm in the industry and their objectives to help clients survive Medicare's changing environment and the challenge of preparing to meeting the adjustments in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements.

Josh Millet, CEO of Criteria Corporation,  talks with Ric about the power of internet-based, pre-employment testing to help business owners find the best talent for their firm.  Critieria Corp. is an on-demand assessment firm with a suite of employment tests that allow corporations to generate their own proprietary tests.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

Dan Romero, Principal of Romero & Levin Wealth Management shares with host Ric Franzi the common mistakes business executives make involving their long term financial planning.  He also provides the most current updates relating to 401(k) investment advice and the new federal regulations.

Jerry Flathers, President and Founder of Flather's Precision a manufacturing company he started in 1989.  Jerry and Ric discuss the  steps he has been talking to maintain his highly precise CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) manufacturing firm in Orange County as well as actions he is now taking to better deal with the current economic environment.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

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.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

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.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

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.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player

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.

Listen Now:

 Standard Podcasts: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download | Embeddable Player