Matthew and Shelby Hernandez, owners of Bark N' Beauty Mobile Grooming here in Orange County join us to discuss the start of their business. And how their Small Business Development Center (SBDC) helped them get started. #sbdc #mobilegrooming #petgrooming #pets #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

In this episode, we sit down with Taryn Palumbo of OC Grantmakers to discuss the crucial topic of equity. Learn how South County Outreach is working to level the playing field for all community members and the role of strategic partnerships in fostering inclusivity. Taryn shares insights from OC Grantmakers' strategic plan and highlights the import…

Henry Walker, CEO Famers and Merchants Bank joins us to discuss their community banking model and longstanding ties with OUR COMMUNITY over multiple-generations. #farmersandmerchants #banking #communitybanking #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Giselle Hasman (one of the Small Business Development Centers resident Artificial Intelligence experts) joins us to discuss how AI is revolutionizing business, big and small, by automating repetitive tasks and improving intelligence gathering and processing large amounts of data to derive better information and make better decisions. #AI #artificia…

Ryan Moody and Rudy Gonzales , co-owners of REBELS BURGERS and BREW join us to share their journey in opening this unique "gastropub" in Yucaipa. And how it's doing a year later. With help from their local SBDC (Small Business Development Center). #sbdc #sba #brewpub #gastropub #restaurant #octalkradio…

Meet Octavio Paloma, Owner of Givo Ice Cream. An authentic Mexican ice cream shop that just opened in Santa Ana. Join as he shares his immigrant dream to build his own business and how the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) helped turn that dream into a reality. #entrrepreneurship #startups #followyourdream #inspiration #immigrantstory #icec…

Ace Tarachian, a consultant for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Cal State Fullerton Center joins us to discuss his background in business planning, finance and raising capital. #SBDC #SBA #smallbusiness #startups #entreneurial #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Hector and Laura Blanchette, owners of VISION ONE MORTGAGE, share their entrepreneurial story. And why they recently chose to join the OC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. #hispanicbusiness #hispanicentrepreneurs #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Miriam Martinez, President of the Orange County Hispanic Youth Chamber of Commerce joins us to discuss all that they do. And how her involvement as a senior at UCI added to her life. #ochcc #hispanicbusiness #orangecounty #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Meet Shelly Padilla, State Farm agent and our 2021 Community Leader joins us to discuss her support our upcoming community events like tomorrow's Dia de los Abuelos at Delhi Center in Santa Ana. #entrepreneur #hispanicbusiness #hispanicleaders #hispaniccommunity #ochcc#octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Meet Miriam Ramos, CEO and Founder of MINT HEALTH INSURANCE AGENCY. And hear about her work making Medicare (in all its complexity) clearer to our community. And all the changes taking place in this program ahead of this year's annual enrollment period. #medicare #healthcare #healthinsurance #ochcc #octalkradio…

George Rojas, Founder and CEO of AMARE magazine joins us to discuss their upcoming AMARE MAGAZINE COVER RELEASE. #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #hispanic #hispancibusiness #hispanicmagazine #hispaniccommunity #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Robert Istad, the newest Artistic Director and Conductor at the Pacific Chorale joins us to discuss their upcoming season. Including "To the Hands", an event in support of refugees and the unhoused on Sept 14th and 15th. #pacificchorale #choir #choralemusic #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Former NFL Player Dave DesRochers, President of the NFL Players Association, joins us to discuss his 1st and Goal Foundation and his Ambassadors of Compassion #charity #nflplayers #inspiration #motivation #compassion #ochcc #OCTalkRadioAf OC Talk Radio

John Arena, Business Outreach Manager for the METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT of Southern California joins us to discuss their Business Outreach Program which supports small business growth all over SoCal by helping them secure government contracts within their water world. #water #waterworld #waterdistricts #governmentcontracts #governmentcontracting …

Today Nathan Wyckoff from Cult and Classic Films joins us tto discuss his unique business and cult and classic films they focus #movies #cultclassics #classicfilms #cultfilms #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Nigel Jay, Founder of LinkWorx joins us to discuss their work in the Internet of Things. And why they went on the recent SBDC Trade Trip to Korea. And what they got out of it. #SBDC #KoreanTradeMission #export #import #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Sylvia Pizarroso, Director of the SBDC Finance Center joins us to discuss all the free work they do for businesses big and small with their Small Business Development Center clients paid for by the SBA, the State of California ( and others)#sbdc #startups #raisingcapital #businessloans #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Alexis Rocha, WBO NABO Champion boxer shares his journey from Santa Ana to his success in boxing #boxing #champions #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Donella Cecrle, President of THE PURPOSE OF RECOVERY joins us to discuss their upcoming robust peer group for individuals in recovery. And their upcoming 4th Recovery Rally at the Garden Grove Elks . #community #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery #addictiontreatment #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Julio Gudino III joins us today to discuss all his different roles as a Board Member of the Hispanic 100. CEO of insurance Services, Inc, EVP of Coastal Pacific Lending and CMO of Tequila Nuestro Placer #hispanic100 #entrepreneur #hispanicentrepreneur #hispanicbusiness #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Alex "Rocky" Kim from HomeFirst Mortgage Lenders joins us to his company and all they do for the community. Particularly solutions for small business owners. #smallbusiness #mortages #mortgagelenders #smallbusinesssolutions #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Bunni Ickes, South County Outreach Community Outreach Manager and Shawna Smith, Executive Director of Hope Builders joins us to share their stories about Ray Havert (the founder of South County Outreach) and his passion for helping others. Built around his simple philosophy "love thy neighbor" #octalkradio #charity #community #communityoutreach #so…

Dr. Lori Ochoa, PhD, Life by Design joins us to talk about her work as a Personal Development Coach #behavioralanalysis #persondevelopment #coaching #personalcoach #lifecoach #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Kathy Boyd, Director of Career Education for the OC Dept of Education joins us along with Kim Goodwin, Coordinator of OC PATHWAYS to discuss that program and all the work they do to expand education opportunities for all students here in Orange County #education #OCDepartmentofEducation #ocdepteducation #prekthru12 #octalkradio…

Soledad Rivera, Manager of Community Relations joins us to discuss all that CalOptima offers Our Community. And all the programs they have in place that people may not be aware of. #orangecounty #health #community #communityhealth #caloptima #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Meet SBDC client FLUFFY TRANSPORTATION. And hear about their entrepreneurial journey. Creating a unique "uber transportation for pets" #entreprenuer #entrepreneurial #entrepreneurialjourney #startup #petcare #pettransportation #ociesbdc #sbdc #sba #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

We talk with Darius Mahajer of MAIN STREET LAUNCH, a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution that helps otherwise "unbankable businesses" who struggle to find a loan #banking #loans #communitydevelopment #alternativefinancialinstitutions #sbdc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

Learn how food can be the cornerstone of change. Chef Bill Bracken of Bracken's Kitchen discusses how his organization, along with South County Outreach, are not only feeding the hungry but also empowering communities. Before we can heal the sick, educate our children, house the homeless, or offer hope to the afflicted, we must first be able to fee…

Xitalay Luna, Volunteer Manage for South County Outreach joins Jenny Sheek, College Corp Coordinator at Concordia University Irvine join us to discuss how to grow and sustain partnerships to help fight hunger and homelessness here in Orange County, CA. #collegecorp #collegevolunteering #volunteering #partnerships #partnershipsuccess #charity #chari…

We talk with Automotive Designer Bryan Thompson about his illuminating SHINE PROJECT designed to shine a light on domestic violence within the LGBTQ+ community. And the art exhibit he's put together at the Los Angeles LGBT Center at Liberation Coffee House, 6725 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles which opens on Thursday, June 13th from 6:30-9pm. #lgbt…

SBDC Consultant Edgar Meija, from the Small Business Development Center in Montclair joins us to discuss his background in Digital Marketing. And specifically, his views on the new topic of Community Centered Marketing. #sbdc #smallbusinessdevelopmentcenters #digitalmarketing #community #communitycenteredmarketing #onlinemarketing #smallbusiness #o…

Corey Williams from WILLIAMS Mixed Martial Arts joins us to discuss his Martial Arts School in Fountain Valley and the special Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. #mma #mixedmartialarts #jiujitsu #brazilianjiujitsu #bjj #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #communityengagement #community #localbusiness #localbusinesses #localbusinessspotlight #octalkradio…

Theresa Harvey, Licensed Insurance Broker and Medicare Specialist joins us to discuss the Wild World of Medicare. #medicare #medicareinsurance #medicarecoverage #medicareadvantage #medicareexpert #medicalinsurance #ochcc #octalkradioAf OC Talk Radio

David Friedman and Tansu Philips, Co-Founders of VIVA LA BOBA in San Bernardino and Redlands joins us to discuss their new community Boba shop. And the classes they took from their local Small Business Development Center. That taught them how to apply for an SBA loan. And qualify for a City of San Bernardino small business grant. Brought to you by …

Saira Ramirez Mingueta and Rola Halawanji join us to discuss their roles at the California Climate Action Corps. And all the work they do planting trees in our communities. And other ways they help combat climate change throughout the state. #climatechange #climateaction #community #ochcc #octalkradio…

David Pridham founder and CEO of Dominion Harbor Group (www.dominionharbor.com) and his partner Brad Sheafe join us to discuss the hidden value locked in many companies unused Intellectual Property (IP) holdings for companies like Avaya, Kodak, NEC and others. Patents they've developed or acquired (but are not presently using). And how Dominion Har…

Meet Hugo Loyola, a consultant for the Small Business Development Center in Coachella Valley. On his unique background as a bi-lingual business consultant. And the broad range of general clients he currently serves in that area. #business #businessgrowth #businesscoach #businessconsultant #businessconsultants #businessgrowth #salesgrowth #salesstra…

Lauren Ruiz, Director of Development for SOUTH COUNTY OUTREACH joins us to discuss RELATIONSHIPs with our clients and our community. #communityengagement #buildingcommunity #hungerrelief #foodbank #foodbanks #homelessness #homelessnessawareness #charity #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #creatingcommunity #buildingcommunity #southcountyoutreach #oc…

Professional boxer Ronny Rios joins us to discuss his career, starting here in Santa Ana, CA. And some of the challenges he's faced along the way. #boxing #professionalboxing #proboxer #sports #santaananative #hispanic #inspirationalAf OC Talk Radio

Meet popular blogger, public speaker and content creator Paulina Thomas. CEO of Mujeras sin Limites. And creator of inspirational women's events like "Women Without Limits'. On how she built and grew her personal brand in the community. And the community of women she supports. #blogger #contentcreator #speaker #inspirationalspeaker #personalbrand #…

Corey Williams from WILLIAMS Mixed Martial Arts joins us to discuss his Martial Arts School in Fountain Valley and the special Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. #mma #mixedmartialarts #jiujitsu #brazilianjiujitsu #bjj #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #communityengagement #community #localbusiness #localbusinesses #localbusinessspotlight #octalkradio…

Saul Viramontes, Management Analyst, ORANGE COUNTY POWER AUTHORITY, joins us to discuss their role in providing OUR COMMUNITY clean, affordable energy alternatives to some of the residents here in Orange County, CA. #power #energy #energyefficiency #greenenergy #greenenergysolutions #powerproductionmix #municipalpower #powergrid #powergridsharetarg…

Sean Hicks, the founder of YOURTRONICS joins us to discuss how he repairs all of Your Electronics from Cell Phones and Computers to Game Consoles and even Drones. Including how he got into this field 10 years ago. And why he went from being a finance major at Chapman to a highly successful small business owner here in Costa Mesa, CA. Offering quick…

Michelle Chuang from the SBDC Cal State Fullerton Center joins us to explore the strange new world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how businesses can use it to grow their revenue and build their brand. Across all their marketing strategies in a truly integrative fashion.Af OC Talk Radio

Meet Legendary Boxer Mikey Garcia (5 time World Champion) and here his amazing story. From his family picking strawberries in the field of Oxnard to top of the world. On OUR COMMUNITY podcast. Powered by the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. And Orange County's only community radio station, OC TALK RADIO, Streaming live from our studio he…

Meet Christine Mantyla from WILLIAMSON LAW GROUP. Community Outreach Coordinator for South Coast College ( a private college in the City of Orange that teaches court reporting and medical legal programs). And host of the Mil2Vet Veteran's Series Podcast. Aa well as a Board Member for the great charity PATRIOTS AND PAWS that (among other things) sup…

Meet First 5 of Orange County, a county agency (funded by Prop 10...the tobacco tax initiative) that funds programs for early access to childcare for PreNatal thru Age 5. Including a FREE Training Program (in partnership with the OCIE SBDC) that will train you to start your own childcare business. A way for some moms to actually get paid to stay ho…

Meet Norma Mora, a Mortgage Loan Officer for PRMG. An Ambassador for the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. And a Mentor for the Hispanic100 Foundation as well.Af OC Talk Radio

Today three franchisees from CHIP Cookies join us to discuss their separate stores in Huntington Beach, San Clemente and right here in Irvine. Sample some of their incredible cookies and talk about their different paths to being a "cookie entrepreneur". Who knew cookies could be so much fun (and profitable)?…