• Things to Consider When Buying a Franchise – Tammy Dias

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    tammy-dias-r1Local San Diego business woman, Tammy Dias talks about how she is guiding others through the dream of business ownership with franchising. She first began her journey into business ownership with a company that she organically developed from the ground up. For this experience she made the novice mistakes that cost her valuable time and money. By the end of this experience, Tammy knew that there had to be a better way. The solution presented itself in the form of franchising.

    Now, Tammy Dias is Certified Franchise Consultant, and is the President and CEO of The Franchise Connection. With her expertise and the utilization of a simple 5 step program, she is able to guide her clients towards the franchise which will complement them the most. By listening to all her clients needs, desires, and concerns she can offer them the advice needed to avoide wasted time making novice mistakes, while ensuring that they are still able to fulfill the dream that set them down the path of business ownership in the first place.

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  • Vlad Kogan, Ph.D. at University of San Diego

    Listen to Podcast of the Show Vlad Kogan Ph.D. (candidate) at UCSD and co-author of the book Paradise Plundered; Fiscal Crisis and Governance Failures in San Diego joined the show. LISTEN TO PODCAST Listen to a podcast of Vlad Kogan’s interview!
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  • Year End Planning Guide for 2011

    “While you prepare to close the books on 2011, you should take a moment to consider your investment and tax planning. The inevitable debates in the upcoming election year surrounding the economy and national debt will likely lead to changes in tax policy. In the meantime, there is opportunity for individuals to take advantage of ...
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  • 2011 Year End Tax Planning for Small Businesses

    Listen to Podcast of the Show Certified Public Accountant, Dru Brannen joined the show to talk about 2011 year end tax issues for small businesses. John Drulane (“Dru”) Brannen, CPA, is a founding Partner with Friedman Brannen LLP. For more than three decades, Dru has provided multi-level tax and tax consulting services to individuals and all forms ...
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  • Carl Sheeler of Business Valuation LTD

    Listen to Podcast of the Show Richard and Joe are joined in studio by Carl Sheeler, managing partner of Business Valuation LTD and Allison Appraisals. Carl Sheeler earned a Ph.D. in finance in 2004 from the Union Institute and University. After his decade long career as a U.S. Marine officer, Carl joined the ranks of Business Valuations, ...
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