Orange County Power Players

In this episode, Danny sits down with Jami Eidsvold, the powerhouse behind Smarty Social, to discuss how she built one of Orange County’s leading social media agencies from the ground up. Jami shares her journey from agency burnout to entrepreneurial success, revealing how motherhood inspired her to create a more flexible, female-driven business model.

Listeners will get insight into how Smarty Social grew from a solo consulting gi...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, Danny Flores chats with Nicole Dankovich, West Regional Sales Manager at Alpatronic, about her impressive career in the electrical industry. Starting at just 19 years old with Westinghouse, Nicole carved out a path in a technical, male-dominated field—all while raising her son as a single mom and later earning her business management degree.

Nicole takes us through her jou...

In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Rhonda Ducote, AIF®, President and CEO of Apriem Advisors, a leading wealth management firm in Irvine, CA. Rhonda shares how she built a career rooted in trust, education, and long-term client relationships — helping families manage over $1.2 billion in assets.

Rhonda discusses the evolving landscape of wealth management, the importance of ...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with seasoned business coach Joe Ball, whose career spans over 25 years across industries like aerospace, nonprofit social services, and global real estate investment.

Joe shares how his journey from the factory floor to aerospace division manager shaped his values in leadership, operations, and sustainable growth. He dives into his transition t...

In this insightful episode, host Danny Flores sits down with Maneesh Goyal, the Chief Operating Officer of the Mayo Clinic Platform. Maneesh shares the winding path of his career—from engineering at TRW to venture capital, healthcare startups, and now leading transformative healthcare innovations at Mayo Clinic.

You’ll hear Maneesh’s story of taking chances, embracing unexpected opportunities, and how his unique mix of technical an...

n this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores chats with Mauricio Rauld, founder of Platinum Legal Consulting. Mauricio shares the story behind his pivot from running one of the most respected boutique syndication law firms to launching a hands-on legal coaching program for real estate professionals.

Listeners will hear how a chance encounter with Rich Dad Poor Dad changed Mauricio’s career trajectory...

James Bohan blends the analytical strength of accounting with the bold vision of real estate development. In this deep-dive conversation with Danny Flores, he walks us through his journey from Big 4 accounting to running his own firm and launching impactful real estate ventures. James explains how his CPA background gives him and his clients a strategic edge in minimizing taxes, cleaning up financials, and identifying solid investm...

In this illuminating conversation, Dr. Duna Raoof joins host Danny Flores to discuss cutting-edge advancements in cataract, LASIK, and corneal surgeries. Dr. Raoof, based in Newport Beach at New Vision Eye Centers, shares her inspiring journey from medical school to becoming an internationally recognized eye surgeon—and the life-changing impact of restoring patients' vision.

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In this episode, Danny Flores welcomes legal operations expert Mori Kabiri, CEO of InfiniGlobe. Mori shares how he helps corporate legal departments and law firms work smarter with technology, data, and AI. They dive into the transformation of legal departments from cost centers to strategic business enablers and how legal KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) are changing the game. Mori also talks about his internationally recognized ...

In this powerful episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, Danny Flores sits down with Javier Vasquez, President and CEO of Miguel’s Restaurants, for a deep-dive conversation on legacy, leadership, and long-term vision in the family business space. Javier shares the incredible story of how his immigrant parents founded Miguel’s in 1974, and how he stepped in after graduating from USC to scale the brand from six locations ...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Jonathan Frank from Alliance Funding Group to explore the nuts and bolts of equipment leasing and financing. Jonathan unpacks how businesses across the U.S. are strategically using financing to access equipment without major upfront costs—freeing up cash flow and boosting ROI.

From construction and manufacturing to healthcare and high-tech ...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, Danny Flores sits down with Brian Franco, founder of Meritage Partners, a mergers and acquisitions expert with more than two decades of experience. Broadcasting from Newport Beach, Brian shares powerful insights on how entrepreneurs can scale their businesses, secure strategic capital, and maximize valuation through roll-ups, private equity partnerships, and exit planning.

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores chats with Dr. Jeff De Leon, COO of a leading clinical trials organization based in Anaheim. Dr. De Leon walks us through the complex and often misunderstood world of clinical trials—from early-stage testing to full-scale development of life-saving medications.

With over 180 team members and a nationwide network, Dr. De Leon shares how his organization su...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores welcomes Geoff Koboldt, an expert in manufacturing, distribution, and career coaching. Geoff brings a people-first philosophy to everything he does—from managing large-scale operations to coaching professionals on career transitions.

Geoff dives into the harsh realities of the current job market, how AI is transforming hiring processes, and why so many jo...

In this inspiring episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast with Danny Flores, we sit down with Dawn Reese, CEO of The Wooden Floor, a nationally recognized nonprofit based in Santa Ana. Dawn shares how her dual background in for-profit and nonprofit leadership has fueled an incredible 16-year journey growing The Wooden Floor into a powerful force for youth transformation.

We explore how The Wooden Floor serves over 475 ch...

In this episode, Danny Flores sits down with legal leaders Todd Wilkowski and Holly Gilani to explore how Frost Brown Todd is redefining the legal landscape with a client-centered, national team. Holly, based in Newport Beach, shares her experience transitioning her boutique trust and corporate litigation firm into a larger platform without sacrificing personalized service. Todd, zooming in from Cincinnati, unpacks their innovative...

In this episode, host Danny Flores sits down with Brandon Kordower, the founder and CEO of Aura, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in helping marketing agencies grow smart by harnessing the power of financial data. Brandon breaks down how creative entrepreneurs can scale with confidence using project-based accounting and strategic financial planning.

You'll hear Brandon’s honest insights on what it takes to grow from $1 mi...

In this episode, Danny sits down with Texas-based real estate investor Brian Ferguson, who unpacks nearly two decades of investing experience. Brian started out in single-family homes and grew into large-scale multifamily and retail property syndications. He talks about the evolution of his business model, why he shifted focus to retail centers, and how he makes real estate syndications profitable for investors.

You'll hear a deep ...

What happens when a full-time cancer doctor also becomes a commercial real estate powerhouse? In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Dr. Sanjay Sharma—an inspiring husband, father, hematologist, oncologist, and real estate syndicator.

Dr. Sharma shares how he’s successfully blended a demanding medical career with a thriving real estate investment business. With a portfolio that ...