Critical Mass Radio Show

With a mission to unite the entrepreneurship ecosystem and a democratized platform for entrepreneurship news, original video programming, and e-commerce products -- Youngry works to help entrepreneurs become truly successful. And behind it all is two-time White House award winning entrepreneur Ash Kumra. He works along with his team at Youngry to inspire and elevate the young and hungry minded entrepreneurs to thrive. If you're looking to starting your own firm and have a knack for entrepreneurship -- look so further! Ash Kumra Youngry are here to help you grow into your dreams. 

With over 17 years of diversified and specialized international, political governmental and corporate experience, Ray Ruga is a "doer" when it comes to his work. As the co-founder of CVOX, he's bringing the company up and going -- specializing in the financial and technology sectors in Latin America. CVOX is a strategic and integrated communications and marketing consultancy that connects with audience and builds a community. 

One of Orange County's most trusted leaders is using his expertise to build a management company. Brian Murphy, CEO of ProActive Professional Management works to insure homeowner clients keep their association well maintained and property values up. And the firm's reputation for professionalism and excellence is something you can absolutely rely on. 

Jeri Wilson, Executive Director of The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation joins our show to discuss some of the new developments in cancer research over the last 30 years.  Jeri's organization is holding the "Dribble for the Cure" event on October 20th at UCLA, which is a national campaign that involves college and university's basketball programs in the fight for children with cancer.

Performance management is in dire need of a revamp. With its annual review inspiring fear and dread in employees, management, and HR professionals alike, its old-fashioned, top-down approach has never motivated anyone. Now talent expert Tamra Chandler has created a welcome alternative that effectively takes performance management out of the dark ages! As the author of How Performance Management is Killing Performance, she's highlighting 8 fatal flaws that is crucial to address. 

Through both research and experience, Orange Kiwi recognized that the most critical human capital challenge faced by CEO/Owners resides in the area of their own succession. Partner at Orange Kiwi, Allie Taylor joined us to talk about how her firm is focused on helping CEO/Owners achieve a competitive advantage to maximize their likelihood of Finishing Big and joining the Elite 7% of owners who achieve a life of significance and satisfaction beyond their role as owner.

Madison Alexander Public Relations was a CyberSecurity Excellence Award Winner for “Best Marketing Agency” in 2016 and was also on the top 20 PR firms for IT services. When it comes to public relations, Madison Alexander can help clients reach their goals and build momentum which is crucial in start-up and small to middle sized companies and firms. Dan Chmielewski joined Ric in the studio to talk about how his firm helps create mindshare for your company, your products, and your experts. 

He's a passionate innovator, entrepreneur, and one of the most sought after business leaders in the country today! He started off with only $500 in capital, and over seventeen years he built the UGG Australia Brand into a multi-million dollar international enterprise! As the founder of the brand, Brian Smith is committed to teaching fellow entrepreneurs how to leverage their most previous assets within and to pursue their passions to creating fulfilling lives. 

What is the secret to maximizing profit and making sure companies are performing at their full potential? Thomas McCoy, President of Employee Engagement Institute says -- it is all culture of partnership. Since 1993, Thomas has been developing high-involvement high-performance cultures for companies to help improve performances and profit in over 200 companies. He joined us to share his secrets and how his firm helps companies experience their maximum potential. 

As a former CEO of a manufacturing and wholesale business, President of Renaissance Forums Craig Hettrich, knows what you're going through. He has over 30 years of experience with CEOs from both small and mid-sized businesses. His passion is sure to get you guided in the right direction. Craig's sense of purpose, philosophy, and skills are helping CEOs alike to get to where they need to go. 

Randy Chang is a PGA golf professional and founder of the Aloha Academy of Golf in Hawaii and the Randy Chang Golf Schools in Southern California. He has over 35 years of professional golf experience and a long list of endless awards. He brings his passion for the sport to help people with the same dream. 

Looking for a one-stop place to get all application and protection installation done? Versatile Systems has you covered from -- engineer, design, installation, and training. They maintain deadlines and get you a safe working environment that you can trust in. John McHugh, co-owner and operations manager of Versatile Systems, has over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial, and set construction. He holds multiple class licenses and has extensive training. 

Looking to advancing your speaking and speaker skills? Look no further! Stephanie Paul, CEO and founder of Advance Your, is a professional when it comes to guiding executives, trainers, leaders, and presenters for on stage, classroom, and camera messages. Returning to the show Stephanie shares how her innovative techniques and exercises can bring effective new skills to presenters quickly. 

Jeff Scott has been building innovative tech startups in Orange County since 1995. His mission-driven for-profit software company proves that companies can indeed incorporate extreme philanthropy while achieving their for-profit goals. As CEO of Software Anywhere, Jeff gives back to the community through an exciting high school tech internship program while also achieving a number of for-profit and Power of 10 giving back milestones throughout the year. 

With a strong background in law, managing partner at Bisnar Chase, Brian Chase understands what you are going through and will work hard to protect your rights. His passion in helping injured people obtain justice is what keeps him and his company going.