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Join Rachel for an engaging conversation with Dr. Gene Ma, CEO of Tri-City Medical Center. Learn more about this passionate healthcare visionary who has guided TCMC through challenges while also leading the organization to earn numerous awards and recognitions for excellence in patient care and innovation. Rachel and Gene discuss his journey into medicine, the incredible lifesaving care happening at TCMC every day, and what’s next for our community hospital. Tune in today for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of healthcare in North County. Rapid Fire Book: The Giving Tree - Shel Silverstein Song: For Good, Wicked Soundtrack, or Tennessee Orange, Megan Moroney Business: Danny's Donuts (shout out for the Blueberry Cake Donut!) Velocity, the Vista Chamber Podcast is proud to be a Different Day Radio production.

Laurie Davies serves the 74th Assembly District which includes Vista as well as other cities in North County, Orange County, and Camp Pendleton. Join Rachel today as she interviews Assemblymember Laurie Davies. Hear about her background as a business owner in Orange County and the issues that inspired her to run for office like affordable housing, public safety, workforce development, and much more. Show Notes: Movie: Forrest Gump Song: Battle Belongs, Phil Wickham Business: All of them!

What's the best thing to do in Vista? When will Black Bear Dinner open? Is the Chamber part of the City?Join Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld as she answers your questions about Vista, businesses and beyond!Book: Dare to Lead by Brene Brown Song: Let It Be by The Beatles Crowded Table by The Highwomen Business: Alchemy PrintAntique Gas & Steam Engine MuseumNCTD+ Avo Playhouse THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!⁠City of Vista⁠⁠Vista Unified School District⁠⁠North County Ford⁠⁠Children's Paradise Preschool⁠⁠Vista Christmas Parade⁠

Luis “Jr.” Lopez is the owner of Seven Seas Bar & Grill, one of Downtown Vista’s newest additions. In this episode, he talks about his family’s history in the restaurant industry—from their beginnings in Cardiff to opening successful locations in Oceanside, and now Vista. Jr. also shares how partnerships helped bring Seven Seas to life—and yes, he touches on the fan-favorite biscuits too.Book: Escargot - Dashka Slater Song: Iration , Pepper, Rebelution Business: Vista Chamber of Commerce, A Different Day Radio, Bungalow, Belching Beaver, Handel's Ice Cream

Mike Delgado of Heavy Breathing Foundation shares his journey from lifting weights to lifting up lives. In this inspiring conversation, he opens up about how strength training builds more than muscle—it builds confidence, resilience, and a supportive community. Learn how his foundation is transforming lives through fitness and why finding your own strength, both physical and mental, can be a true game changer. Show Notes Book: 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene Song: Raining Blood by Slayer Business: Iron Mongers Gym

Corinna Contreras was elected in 2018 to the City of Vista council to represent District 1. As a Vista native she's passionate about bringing environmental sustainability, equity, and safety to our community. Hear from Councilmember Contreras on her vision and goals for the future of Vista! Show notes:Corinna Contreras, City of Vista Councilmember District 1 Book: The Count of Monte Cristo Black Power: The Politics of Liberation The One-Straw Revolution Song: Ben Harper Business: Pizza & More

Catherine Blakespear serves CA Senate District 38, which includes North San Diego County and Southern Orange County, including Vista. Senator Blakespear joined Rachel for a chat about her work since being elected in 2022, her legislative priorities (like solving homelessness!), and her vision for the future of North County. Tune in for an engaging conversation and learn more about Senator Blakespear.Senator Blakespear is hosting a homeless summit on August 13, learn more about it and her other work at https://sd38.senate.ca.gov/https://sd38.senate.ca.gov/video/senator-blakespears-third-annual-ending-street-homelessness-summit

This week's episode gets festive as Rachel sits down with Debbie Medrano from San Diego Balloons & More. Debbie has balloons in her blood as she comes from a family of balloon professionals! Debbie shares her experience as an entrepreneur helping people amplify the celebrations in their lives. Check out this episode today and remember, the party doesn't start until the balloons arrive! Notes:San Diego Balloons & More Book: Profit First, Mike Michalowicz Song: Vista Business:

This week, we dive into an incredibly important topic - your books! In this episode, RaeAnn shares her passion for helping other people through bookkeeping. Her warm and calming approach fosters trust as she helps entrepreneurs put profit first. Listen in for common bookkeeping mistakes that you can avoid. Check out Stout Booking because ignored books are costing you money!Stout Bookkeeping & Consulting Book: Profit First Song: Can't Stop - Red Hot Chili PeppersBusiness: Love Your Feral Felines

Joining Rachel for the latest edition of Velocity is Dan O'Donnell , City Council Member representing District 4. Dan shares his vision for Vista, which is built on collaboration, communication, and improving our whole community. His thoughtful, common-sense approach shapes his perspective when balancing competing priorities. Listen in to this informative episode and learn more about Council Member O'Donnell today!Show Notes:City of VistaDan O'DonnellWave WaterparkParks Master PlanBudget WorkshopRapid Fire:Book: Team of Rivals - Doris Kearns GoodwinSong: Tambourine Man - Bob DylanVista Business: Burtech Winery and Junemai SushiVelocity - The Vista Chamber Podcast is proud to be A Different Day Radio Production.

Though Chris Swimley was born an artist, his entrepreneurial drive came a bit later through the culmination of creativity, curiosity, and hustle. You don't want to miss how this rocker turned his experience and hunger for success into a thriving promotional products company, Machine Print Shop while remaining a super amazing human! Show Notes Machine Print Shop Book: The Daily Stoic on Audible Song: Easy Rider, Jimmy Hendrix Business: Cosmic Bloom Coffee

Meet Vista's newest City Council Member representing District 2. A lifelong Vistan, Jeff Fox is a business owner and community supporter. Join Rachel for the Season 4 kickoff as she sits down with Jeff for a chat about entrepreneurship, what it's like to be a City Council Member and his priorities for the next four years. Show Notes: Star Fox Media City of Vista District 2 City of Vista General Plan Update City of Vista Communications Team Book: The Book of Five Rings (https://www.amazon.com/Book-Five-Rings-Japanese-Shambhala/dp/1590302486) Creative Followership: In the Shadow of Greatness (https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Followership-Greatness-Jimmy-Collins/dp/1929619480) Song: Four Horsemen by Metallica Business: The Film Hub (https://thefilmhubinc.com/)

Enjoy this holiday message from Rachel Beld. And check out her list of recommendations for delicious sips and holiday cheer: A Guide to Holiday Cheer in Vista See you in 2025!!

Lauren Fehlhaber is a dynamic, inspirational leader who created something unique with The Film Hub. The Film Hub is a coworking space that inspires creativity. Film Hub members have access to coworking spaces, sound stages, a podcast studio, and beautifully designed conference rooms created to the backdrop in photos, video, or your next Zoom call. Join Rachel and Lauren for a thoughtful conversation about leading the way with vulnerability, self-acceptance, and authenticity. So many great lessons in this episode! Show Notes: The Film Hub Book: Selling from the Heart by Larry Levine Song: Just Be Held by Casting Crowns Business: Gysio Bookkeeping Follow us at @velocityvistapod on IG and Facebook. Advertising inquiries can be sent to [email protected]. Velocity is produced by ⁠⁠A Different Day Radio.⁠

Kurtis Indorf is the CEO of The Classical Academies, a local charter school network serving more than 5,000 students in North County . Kurtis joined The Classical Academies in August 2024 after the retirement of founder and long-time CEO Cameron Curry. Join Rachel for a conversation with Kurtis and learn more about The Classical Academies approach to education, partnering with parents and students for success. Show Notes The Classical Academies Great Hearts Texas Great Hearts America Book: The Abolition of Man: Lewis, C. S.: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't The Name of the Wind:Rothfuss, Patrick: Song: And So It Goes, Billy Joel Business: Cat Brock, Realtor