Critical Mass Radio Show

Bruce Edwin Graham, President and CEO of B.B. Graham During this hour-long interview Bruce talks with host Ric Franzi about Bruce's investment firm and explains the origin of their noted phrase "Know your options". 

Jeanne Stanley, Vice President of Human Resources for Money Mailer, LLC. visits with host Doug Gfeller.  Doug and Jeanne talk about her firm's creative programs for employee involvement and what it is like to run HR for a company with Headquarters in Garden Grove, CA, production in Virginia and sales in Georgia.  Jeanne also shares what they are doing with internal coaching.

Brad Morrison, CEO of Innove talks with host Ric Franzi abouthis firm which is a leader in cyber-security operations.  Triple digit growth has allowed them to be recognized by INC magazine for 3 consecutive years.  Brad was named to SABJ 40 under 40 in December 2010. Dr. Yevgeny Levitov, President of FaceKey is Ric's second guest.  Dr. Levitov talks about using technology, i.e. biometrics and how his products enable customers to reduce their operating costs.  Listen and learn how fingerprint or face-based systems increase accountability, reduce buddy punching, loss of human and capital assets and give managers a real time missing person report in the event of an emergency evacuation. Debbie Trevino, President of Treco Services, Inc. is Ric's final guest and she shares her diversification and innovation strategies to move her firm from a local janatorial company to a national service company.

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.

Dr. Corey King, Owner of Tustin Chronic Condition talks with host Ric Franzi about his vision for his practice.  Dr. King focuses on helping patients with Autism/ADD/ADHD.  He also shares his work in natural treatments for patients with degenerative brain disorders such as Alzheimers. Mark Norton, General Manager of Los Altos Trophy leads his family business that has been crafting high quality awards and trophies since 1958.  Mark and Ric discuss the evolution of Los Altos Trophy under Mark's leadership.

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.