Dave Baldwin is an author, financial advisor, and certified financial planner. He helps his clients understand the psychology behind spending and lives to help others achieve their financial goals. His heart for service is rooted prior Navy experience and continues today with his commitment to our community via his participation in North Coast Church and his volunteerism, including currently serving as Vista Chamber Chairman of the Board.

Dave sits down with Rachel to share his unique perspective on financial management, why so many people struggle to budget, and how his personal experiences led him to help others.

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LS Investment Management

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The Vista Viking Festival Returns! A chat with Joey Hill from Norway Hall Foundation and Sons of Norway who gives an advanced look at the 20th anniversary Viking Festival which raises funds for Multiple Sclerosis research.

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Tasha Boerner Horvath represents the 76th CA Assembly District which includes Vista, Oceanside, Camp Pendleton, Carlsbad and Encinitas. The need for a stop-sign near a neighborhood elementary school launched Tasha into public service and she served as a City Council Member prior to her election to the State Assembly in 2018 and re-election in 2020. Join Rachel for the Season 2 Velocity Vista Podcast kick-off as she sits down with Tasha to learn more about her work at in the State Assembly, including her role on several committee as well as how Tasha's varied experiences have influenced her as a public servant. 

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Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath Representing the 76th California Assembly District

Committees | Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath

SPD - What is Sensory Processing Disorder

The 2022-23 State Budget (ca.gov)

Committee on Arts, Entertainment, Sports, Tourism, & Internet Media

Funding for Vista Projects:

Book: Bill Bryson - A Short History of Nearly Everything

Song: Lake Street Dive - Call Off Your Dogs

Business Shoutout: Shaks Mediterranean Bistro;  Belching Beaver Brewery 

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Solatube - Daylighting and Ventilation Systems

J&R Auto Body Repair & Paint 

Same Business Different Day Podcast

Run It By My Lawyer Podcast

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David Zumaya is the 2022 Nick Ljubic Chamber Champion! Named after former Vista Chamber Chair of the Board, this award honors an individual who gives of themselves to the Chamber and its members. David is a true Chamber Champion. He is a skilled connector and creative innovator who uses his abilities to lift up others. In addition to teaching film and digital media marketing, he is also the founder of Cafecito networking group and launched My San Diego North County, an online platform which showcases all the great things happening in North County San Diego. Join Rachel as she sits down with David to discuss all the ways he is a Chamber Champion!

San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond represents District 5 which covers more than 2,100 square miles and 700,000 residents. But what exactly does a County Supervisor do? Listen in as Supervisor Desmond sits down with Rachel Beld to share the role of County vs Cities and talks about the attributes, challenges, and what's next for North County San Diego. 

Supervisor Desmond also shares about his journey to public service, how he supports the work on District 5 non-profits (including the Vista Chamber), and the hardest part of his job. Join Rachel and Jim as they discuss all things North County!

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In this episode go behind the keg to learn the story of The Steeping Giant, manufacturer of delicious cold brew coffee. Joe Henschel, CEO, shares the history of the company and his personal journey as an entrepreneur. Learn how his leap of faith led The Steeping Giant through the pandemic - but don't call it a pivot. The Steeping Giant is what it set out to be - high quality cold brew coffee unlike any other. Join us for a glass of cold brew and some business insights along the way.

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The Steeping Giant

Bear Roots Brewery

Cal State San Marcos

The Lord of the Rings

Fix U, Coldplay

Milk Organics

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Alexis Panchevre is a proud cat lady. She's also an artist and a trash blaster. She's Secretary for the BackFence Society and manages the Only Losers Litter community clean-up program. Join Rachel Beld as she sits down with Alexis for a chat about growing up in Vista, big boy cats, the intersection of art and trash, and how cleaning up trash is the very first step in caring about our planet. Happy Earth Day!

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Direct Professional Cleaning Services is Heroes of Vista 2022 Small Business of the Year! Owner Andrea Ruano shares her personal journey into this industry, her passion for her clients and her commitment to empowering others. Join Rachel in this conversation about making your own future and the power of helping others.

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Direct Professional Cleaning Services

Heroes of Vista Small Business of the Year

Servesafe Certification

Business for Dummies

Pedro Capó - La Sábana y los Pies (Official Video)

Coast to Coast Renovation

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Terry Woods is the founder and editor of North County Daily Star, where North County San Diego gets local news. A Veteran of the Vietnam War, Terry and his wife Kathy ended up in Vista in 1986 for an extended vacation and never left! He's been involved in nearly every aspect of life in Vista over the past 35+ years and dedicates his time to lifting up the community. Take a listen and learn a bit more about this man of mystery!

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North County Daily Star

Vista Little League

Downtown Vista 

Vista Village Pub

City of Vista

The Vista Strawberry Festival

Operation HOPE North County

Solutions for Change

Boys & Girls Club of Vista

James A. Michener, Author

Jump, Van Halen

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Join Rachel as she sits down with recently retired City of Vista Economic Development Director, Kevin Ham. Kevin spent over 20 years with the City and during his tenure was involved in the expansion of the Vista Business Park, the development of Vista Village and the growth of the historic Downtown as well as the development of two strategic plans which helped to foster the craft beer industry. Join two long-time colleagues as they discuss economic development in the City of Vista.  

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City of Vista

Vista Economic Development Department

Vista Craft Beverages Map

Economic Data, Maps & Reports | City of Vista

Business Resources During Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic | City of Vista

Innovate78 - Boosting Economic Prosperity Along the 78 Corridor

Strengthsfinder 2.0

Goo Goo Dolls

Duran Duran

The Rain Forest

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