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/)

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!

The Film Hub

Song: Just Be Held by Casting Crowns

Business: Gysio Bookkeeping

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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:

Song: And So It Goes, Billy Joel

Business: Cat Brock, Realtor