Orange County Power Players

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 ...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast with Danny Flores, we dive into the future of healthcare with Matthew Wiseman, Vice President of Sales at Bright Meds. Matthew shares how Bright Meds is transforming patient care through innovative telehealth solutions—making medications more accessible, convenient, and effective.

Discover how GLP-1 compounds like Ozempic and Tirzepatide are not only aiding in weight loss b...

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, Danny sits down with Erin Kaufman, the passionate Executive Director of Miracle Babies, a nonprofit committed to helping families with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Erin shares how Miracle Babies provides transportation, mental health support, and care packages—free of charge—to families navigating one of the most difficult journeys of their lives.

We dive into the n...

In this thought-provoking episode, host Danny Flores sits down with Diane Weaver, a 5th-generation entrepreneur and co-founder of Barion’s AI, to explore how human intelligence and artificial intelligence can work together to shape a better future. Diane shares how growing up between vastly different worlds led to her passion for innovation and language, and how that foundation shaped her work in adaptive, AI-driven technology.

Dia...

In this episode of Orange County Power Players, Danny Flores sits down with David Dickey, a seasoned entrepreneur and Marine Corps veteran who's now making waves in aerospace and defense recruiting. Based in Huntington Beach, David shares how his military experience shaped his leadership style and how he built a thriving recruitment agency, The Patriot Group, from the ground up.

David opens up about his journey from the military to...

In this inspiring episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, Danny Flores sits down with Scharrell Jackson, an electrifying force in leadership development. From her roots as a corporate CFO and COO to a globe-trotting coach and speaker, Scharrell shares how she made the leap from a secure W-2 career into entrepreneurship—and what it truly takes to thrive.

Scharrell opens up about:

• Her journey from boardroom leadersh...

In this fascinating episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores welcomes Mitchell Morrison, a former FBI agent turned fintech entrepreneur. Mitchell shares stories from his time working counterintelligence during the Cold War and how those experiences shaped his career in finance and technology.

Now the founder of Eyeballs Financial and creator of the innovative FinTalk and GetVotes apps, Mitchell discusse...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Don Walker, a veteran in the fitness industry with over 40 years of experience. From personal training and corporate wellness to gym ownership and franchise development, Don has done it all.

He shares his journey—from his early days at Los Caballeros Sports Complex to creating one of the first-ever personal training programs for major fitne...

In this episode of the Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Dr. Sailaja Golla, a board-certified neurologist and neurodevelopmentalist specializing in autism and pediatric neurological disorders. Dr. Golla shares her journey into the medical field, her passion for early intervention, and how her work at the Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center is making a difference in children's lives.

She...

In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Kathy Hadizadeh, the founder of Heart Mind Tuning. Kathy is an executive coach and AI strategist who helps high achievers find clarity, balance, and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives. With 15 years of experience as a corporate tech executive, she blends her expertise with mindfulness to guide leaders through her Pause to ...

On this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Jim Moazez, a seasoned business broker with decades of experience in buying and selling businesses across all 50 states. Jim is a certified business broker and a member of the California Association of Business Brokers, and he has successfully sold hundreds of businesses.

Jim shares valuable insights into what makes a business sellable, the...

In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with cybersecurity expert Chad Neale to dive into the critical world of cybersecurity risk management. With over 25 years of experience, Chad has worked closely with private equity firms and their portfolio companies, helping them navigate the complex landscape of technology risks, ransomware threats, and digital security challenges.

Chad shares...

What does it take to break free from limiting beliefs and build a successful business? In this episode, Danny Flores sits down with business and sales coach Alejandra Lozano to talk about her journey from battling depression and anxiety to becoming a powerful force in the world of coaching.

Alejandra shares how she discovered coaching, how she transformed her life, and how she now helps entrepreneurs—especially realtors—scale their...

In this episode of Orange County Power Players, Danny Flores sits down with Phil Jamison, Executive Vice President of BeatBox Beverages, to discuss the company's incredible journey from a college startup to a $500 million industry leader.

Phil shares how BeatBox Beverages landed a $1 million investment from Mark Cuban on Shark Tank—one of the show's most successful deals. He also opens up about the company's near-collapse in 2017, ...

In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Will Crist, a Certified EOS Implementer, to dive deep into the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)—a proven set of simple, practical tools that help business owners achieve vision, traction, and health in their companies.

Will shares how EOS has transformed over 27,000 businesses worldwide, helping leadership teams align their goals, imp...

In this episode of The Orange County Power Players Podcast, host Danny Flores sits down with Cori Ferrentino, a seasoned criminal defense attorney and professor at UCI and USC. With over 30 years of experience, Cori shares her journey from wanting to become a prosecutor to realizing that criminal defense was her true calling.

She takes us inside the world of criminal law, from handling wrongful convictions to navigating the complex...

On this episode of Orange County Power Players, host Danny Flores sits down with Keegan Bell, a Certified Fund-Raising Executive and Executive Vice President of the Irvine Public Schools Foundation. With over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Keegan shares his journey into philanthropy, the challenges of fundraising, and how education foundations like IPSF play a crucial role in supporting public schools.

Keegan discu...