Critical Mass Business Talk Show | Orange County’s Longest-Running Business Talk Show

Jonathon Fornaci, CEO of Rita's Italian Ice brings to the show the interesting story of Rita's business history.  Jonathon also shares how the firm is poised for rapid international growth as they are in 20 states and 3 countries today.

Ted Sherwin, President of IBS Direct shares how his firm is finding significant growth opportunities as a printer by expanding their services and acquiring other firms in their area.  Ted was brought in 18 months ago by the owner to develop a strategy to grow the firm after years of slow or no growth.

Susan Daywitt, CEO of SLM Waste Facility Solutions joins the show to talk about her recycling and waste management company.  SLM serves a wide range of customers with some very large clients such as McDonalds.

John Grable, Founder John Grable Architects, Inc. John discusses his views on the need and importance for business leaders to work on building the next generation of leaders.  Architects are builders and teachers.  John also discusses how going Green is also about doing the right thing.

J.R. McGee, Principal X-Stream Leadership, LLC joins the program to discuss his team and their passion for World-Class Performance.  J.R. is passionately committed to improving business strategy and execution.

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.