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Zeke Corley is co-owner of two family businesses, Network One Insurance & Financial Services & Bill Corley Insurance Age...
05/06/2024

Zeke Corley is co-owner of two family businesses, Network One Insurance & Financial Services & Bill Corley Insurance Agency, branded simply as Yourinsuranceplace.com, specializing in commercial insurance. He is also the owner of A Different Day Networks LLC., which produces twelve podcasts (and counting!) while also hosting his own show, Same Business Different Day which just completed its seventh season.

Zeke sits down with Rachel to share a bit about his journey and share business insights. (Spoiler alert - Insurance is important!!) Rachel has asked Zeke to be a guest for over a year - and this conversation was worth the wait! Check it out today.

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Dr. Eric Chagala is the founding principal of Vista Innovation Design Academy (VIDA), a Vista Unified School District mi...
22/05/2024

Dr. Eric Chagala is the founding principal of Vista Innovation Design Academy (VIDA), a Vista Unified School District middle school. Eric is an inspirational educator with incredible energy and an impressive shoe collection!

As VIDA's 10th year draws to a close, Eric sits down with Rachel to talk about VIDA's transformation, his work as Principal and as Director of School Transformation for VUSD, and why middle school is the most important three years of your life. We discuss the good, the bad, and the "happy honks" of middle school.

Want to feel inspired and encouraged about the future? Check out this episode today! 🎧: vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast

Lisa DeJesus is the President/CEO of ADU Gurus, a Vista-based company that assists with ADU feasibility, design and cons...
08/05/2024

Lisa DeJesus is the President/CEO of ADU Gurus, a Vista-based company that assists with ADU feasibility, design and consulting. In addition to operating ADU Gurus, Lisa is also a real estate broker, a planning commissioner, and volunteers with a number of local nonprofits. For all these reasons, and more, Lisa was selected as Vista's Businessperson of the Year at Heroes of Vista 2024. Lisa is knowledgeable, kind, and fun - check out her sit down with Rachel today!

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Donnell Hilliard is the owner/operator of Kingdom Kutz on Indiana in downtown Vista. Originally from New Orleans and rai...
24/04/2024

Donnell Hilliard is the owner/operator of Kingdom Kutz on Indiana in downtown Vista. Originally from New Orleans and raised in Oceanside, Donnell is an Army Veteran who has been working the clippers since he was a teenager.

Now, his shop’s bold presence in Downtown Vista is making an impact – one so big, Kingdom Kutz was recently named Vista’s New Business of the Year at the Heroes of Vista Celebration event. Join Rachel for a conversation about the power of dreams and importance of teams.

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Martha Alvarado is a Marine Veteran, an educator, and a mom. Her background and passion for students led her to run for ...
10/04/2024

Martha Alvarado is a Marine Veteran, an educator, and a mom. Her background and passion for students led her to run for VUSD School Board of Trustees in 2018. She now serves as the President of the Board.

Join Rachel for a conversation with Trustee Alvarado about the role of a Board Trustee, the latest happenings in Vista Unified and what is next for the District. If you are interested in education in Vista, this episode is for you!

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Clean Energy Alliance is coming to Vista! Listen in as Rachel sits down with CEO Greg Wade and Vista Deputy Mayor Katie ...
27/03/2024

Clean Energy Alliance is coming to Vista! Listen in as Rachel sits down with CEO Greg Wade and Vista Deputy Mayor Katie Melendez to discuss the new energy plan options and how they impact residents and businesses. The new program rolls out April 1 so keep your eyes peeled for mailed information so you can choose the plan that works for you!

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The Vista Education Foundation is doing big things for Vista students. Join Rachel as she sits down with Vicente Hinojos...
14/03/2024

The Vista Education Foundation is doing big things for Vista students. Join Rachel as she sits down with Vicente Hinojosa, president of the Vista Education Foundation to discuss the import work that they do and the ways the Vista Chamber and VEF collaborate.

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When Vista Community Clinic first opened in 1972, they set out to provide quality health care to anyone who walked throu...
28/02/2024

When Vista Community Clinic first opened in 1972, they set out to provide quality health care to anyone who walked through their doors. Today, over 50 years later, they have helped redefine the community clinic model by pioneering innovative models of primary care delivery.

Join Rachel as she sits down with Dr. Diana Ponsford and NP Joanne Goode to discuss their areas of specialty at VCC. These two compassionate providers are defining what it means to be medical practitioners in today's world.

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Luis Gomez is the owner/operator of Chick Fil A Vista. If you've met Luis, you recognize his warm and authentic smile. H...
14/02/2024

Luis Gomez is the owner/operator of Chick Fil A Vista. If you've met Luis, you recognize his warm and authentic smile. His unique path to being a Chick Fil A owner/operator is an inspiration!

Join guest host Kent Leithold as he sits down with Luis to talk about community service, investing in team members, and that Chick-Fil-A sauce! Also, learn how your community group can partner with Chick-Fil-A.

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WE'RE BACK! 🎧We're kicking off Black History Month this week with Vista Fire Chief Washington, who joined the City of Vi...
01/02/2024

WE'RE BACK! 🎧

We're kicking off Black History Month this week with Vista Fire Chief Washington, who joined the City of Vista in August of 2023 after 32 years of fire service experience.

He sits down with Rachel to talk about his background, passion for developing talent pipelines, and what's next for the Vista Fire Department 🚒. Enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation with Chief Washington!

Listen on our website vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast 🎧.

We're off this week for a little gratitude break to celebrate with our friends and family.We do have a special message a...
16/11/2023

We're off this week for a little gratitude break to celebrate with our friends and family.We do have a special message about ways to support our local businesses and non-profits on this season of giving.

🎧 Listen to this quick message on our website: vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is a true community partner. Join a sweet conversation with Rachel, Shawnta Fleming and Jenn...
01/11/2023

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is a true community partner. Join a sweet conversation with Rachel, Shawnta Fleming and Jennifer Vu who work with six Handel's locations, including Vista.

These dedicated ladies help Handel's invest in the future, whether that's through fundraising efforts supporting local schools and nonprofit groups or by hiring local employees - many of them for their very first job! The Handel's team sprinkles love and community support onto every scoop!

Check out this convo today 🎧: vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast

Glen Henry, also known as Beleaf, is an online influencer who shares about parenting on his website Beleaf in Fatherhood...
19/10/2023

Glen Henry, also known as Beleaf, is an online influencer who shares about parenting on his website Beleaf in Fatherhood. With millions of followers on multiple platforms, Beleaf aims to equip fathers, bring hope to mothers, and inspire children. He hopes that real stories of fatherhood will bring connection and healing to people everywhere.

He sits down with Rachel to discuss finding hope, inspiration, marriage, parenting, and so much more. He also shares tips for content creators everywhere. Check out this conversation today!

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John Franklin has served as Mayor of Vista since 2022, previously serving on the City Council for eight years. Originall...
04/10/2023

John Franklin has served as Mayor of Vista since 2022, previously serving on the City Council for eight years. Originally from Kansas, Mayor Franklin was drawn to public service as a college student. After serving as a Congressional aide in Washington DC, Franklin chose Vista as his permanent home due to the size of community, quality of life, and the great weather.

Mayor Franklin is focused on addressing homelessness. Join Rachel for a candid conversation about public service and Mayor Franklin's approach to this critically important issue impacting the Vista community.

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Don Stump is a lifelong helper. After growing up in Texas and attending school in Boston, an internship with a juvenile ...
20/09/2023

Don Stump is a lifelong helper. After growing up in Texas and attending school in Boston, an internship with a juvenile court diversion program changed the course of his life, leading him to a career in non-profit leadership.

After 30 years as a non-profit leader, and sixteen as CEO for Lifeline Community Services, Don is now preparing to retire. As Lifeline celebrates 50 years on community impact, the organization readies for the next generation of leadership.

Join Rachel for a conversation about non-profit leadership, the importance of helpers, and what's next for Lifeline.

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⭐SEASON PREMIERE⭐Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey is the President & Superintendent of Palomar College and is the first Latina to s...
06/09/2023

⭐SEASON PREMIERE⭐

Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey is the President & Superintendent of Palomar College and is the first Latina to serve in this role. She was born and raised in Oceanside and is proud to have started her post-secondary education at a community college. Her journey is an inspiration!

Learn more about Dr. Rivera-Lacey and all the ways that Palomar College is changing lives for students in this season premiere episode!

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John Conley was appointed as Vista City Manager in March 2023 after serving the City of Vista, CA City Hall in a variety...
21/06/2023

John Conley was appointed as Vista City Manager in March 2023 after serving the City of Vista, CA City Hall in a variety of roles for 25 years, most recently as the Director of Community Development & Engineering. Join Rachel for the final episode of season two as she learns more about Mr. Conley, what is entailed in the role of City Manager and what’s next for Vista.

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SVN Vanguard San Diego was selected as the Heroes of Vista New Business of the Year for 2023! Join Rachel as she sits do...
09/06/2023

SVN Vanguard San Diego was selected as the Heroes of Vista New Business of the Year for 2023! Join Rachel as she sits down with Nadeem Haddad to learn about his work in the commercial real estate industry, what's new in his field and why he is a Vista Chamber enthusiast! Nadeem is a natural NetWeaver and builds relationships by sharing his expertise. Check out this episode today!

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Denisse Barragan is the 2023 Heroes of Vista Businessperson of the Year! Denisse is the co-owner of J&R Auto Body and Pa...
24/05/2023

Denisse Barragan is the 2023 Heroes of Vista Businessperson of the Year! Denisse is the co-owner of J&R Auto Body and Paint, a complete automobile collision repair and paint service shop in Vista. Denisse sits down with Rachel to share what she has learned as a strategic, creative businesswoman in a men-dominated field. Her story of resilience and success after a personal loss is an inspiration to all!

Check out the latest episode today. Listen now 🎧: vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast.

Sunny Days Sunshine Center provides The Sunshine Center ☀️, a pediatric provider offering academic, social, emotional, a...
10/05/2023

Sunny Days Sunshine Center provides The Sunshine Center ☀️, a pediatric provider offering academic, social, emotional, and behavioral services. The Sunshine Center was selected as the Small Business of the Year for 2023!

Brooke Gibbons is the Center Supervisor and brings expertise and passion for Center patients and staff in a way that really makes a difference.

Listen to this informational episode on our website vistachamber.org/velocity-podcast.

Master Sergeant Rudy Moreno, USAF (Ret.) is the 2023 Heroes of Vista Veteran of the Year. He served in the Air Force for...
26/04/2023

Master Sergeant Rudy Moreno, USAF (Ret.) is the 2023 Heroes of Vista Veteran of the Year. He served in the Air Force for 20 years. After retirement he started HERO, Inc., a boxing program for youth. Listen today to learn more about Rudy, his service, how boxing saved his life and how it is shaping the futures of countless kids in Vista.

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Born and raised in Vista, Adam Brooks was born to be an entrepreneur. With Adam's vision and drive, Alchemy has become V...
13/04/2023

Born and raised in Vista, Adam Brooks was born to be an entrepreneur. With Adam's vision and drive, Alchemy has become Vista's go-to print shop.

A lifelong learner and teacher, Adam continues expanding his business, training and retaining employees, and sharing his talents at the Vista Chamber. He served as Chairman of the Board for the Vista Chamber from 2021-2022 and is the youngest person to ever serve in this role. This episode is full of great advice for anyone looking to start or grow a business.

Check it out today! http://ow.ly/MFtW50NIvGg

Colin Tappe owns Vista's only record store. Standards Record Store has become, well, a Vista standard for music lovers a...
22/03/2023

Colin Tappe owns Vista's only record store. Standards Record Store has become, well, a Vista standard for music lovers and vinyl enthusiasts 🎵🎶🎧.

In this interview Colin shares his early musical influences, how Standards was born when he was barely 30, and why you won't find tchotchkes in his shop. He also talks about the importance of the right partnerships, the connection between hardcore music and the Yellow Deli's veggie burgers, why being useful is what matters.

This episode is totally thoughtful and slightly random, just like Standards! Check it out: http://ow.ly/apVa50Npk4c

Vista Irrigation District has been reliably serving water to the Vista community for 100 years, since 1923. Join Rachel ...
08/03/2023

Vista Irrigation District has been reliably serving water to the Vista community for 100 years, since 1923.

Join Rachel and Patrick Sanchez, VID District Director, as they discuss the role and scope of VID, the challenges and opportunities of the District, and what’s next in the world of water! Have the recent rains ended the drought? Find out more in this episode!

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Vanessa Ruiz is the Vice President of Operations for the San Diego & North County Food Bank. A San Diego native, Vanessa...
22/02/2023

Vanessa Ruiz is the Vice President of Operations for the San Diego & North County Food Bank. A San Diego native, Vanessa oversees programs and external partnerships for the Food Bank. The San Diego and North County Food Banks provide food and resources to San Diego County families either at the San Diego or Vista locations or through the various partnerships in the County. Listen to the episode here: http://ow.ly/MNF750MZFgE

Join us this Saturday as we volunteer at the North County Food Bank with Oceanside Young Professional's group. Find more information and register here: https://bit.ly/3xNl3MK

Is your business safe from cyber security threats? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Cliff Kaiser from Strategic IT...
09/02/2023

Is your business safe from cyber security threats? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Cliff Kaiser from Strategic IT Group to talk about the changing IT needs of businesses, cyber security concerns that impact us all, and the secret to the perfect password(s).

Did you know Cliff helped start the Vista Strawberry Festival? Learn more about Cliff Kaiser and Strategic IT Group today!

Listen Now: http://ow.ly/FQPF50MOpQU

For this informative episode, Rachel sits down with CEO Julie Wootton and HR Lead Traci Hagan from San Diego Human Resou...
25/01/2023

For this informative episode, Rachel sits down with CEO Julie Wootton and HR Lead Traci Hagan from San Diego Human Resources Consulting to discuss new laws that every employer needs on their radar in 2023. Are you in compliance with all the changes this year? Listen in as these experts walk through all you need to know. And you'll learn a little about these two HR rockstars, too!

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Jason Roberts is co-founder and CEO of Frontline Careers, a social impact startup on a mission to connect frontline empl...
12/01/2023

Jason Roberts is co-founder and CEO of Frontline Careers, a social impact startup on a mission to connect frontline employees looking for more, with companies that offer more. The startup’s proprietary Frontline Friendly℠ Assessment and Certification process enables frontline job seekers, customers, and investors to better identify those companies that truly value and invest in their frontline staff. In addition, Frontline Careers offers a job site exclusive only to companies offering benefits and perks beyond pay to their frontline employees.

Join Rachel and Jason as they discuss everything from the value of employees, current employment trends, and employee turnover. They get real about mental health and much more. Check out this impactful episode today! http://ow.ly/xIj250MpbI1

29/12/2022

Babies in Bloom owner Rochelle McLean gives us some insight into the importance of shopping local and supporting local businesses.

Find Babies in Bloom at 127 Main Street in Downtown Vista and hear more of Rochelle's story on Velocity, Vista Chamber Podcast. Listen Now: http://ow.ly/vGcs50MbOIJ

27/12/2022

Who doesn't love a full-circle story? Hear from Chief External Affairs Officer Aaron Byzak on why Tri-City Medical Center and North County are a perfect fit for him; plus how he went from being a 2.0 GPA student to now being honored on the Carlsbad High School Hall of Fame!

Listen Now: http://ow.ly/r9hh50MbNMf

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