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Vista Chamber of Commerce CEO Rachel Beld interviews the movers, shakers & changemakers that are moving Vista forward.

Velocity - Vista Chamber Podcast Vista Chamber of Commerce

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 9 Ratings

Vista Chamber of Commerce CEO Rachel Beld interviews the movers, shakers & changemakers that are moving Vista forward.

    Don Stump - CEO, Lifeline Community Services

    Don Stump - CEO, Lifeline Community Services

    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.

    About Lifeline Community Services:
    Lifeline Community Services is a community-based human services organization that serves low-income and underserved populations in San Diego County. Every year Lifeline serves more than 5,000 members of our community through clinically-strong and evidence-based programs that focus on positive youth development, child abuse prevention and domestic violence intervention, housing and self-sufficiency, behavioral health, and human trafficking victim and survivor services.Show Notes:

    Lifeline Community Services

    Jesuit education

    Operation HOPE

    Interfaith Community Services

    Just In Time

    Vista Unified School District

    Book: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

    Song: The Long and Winding Road

    Business: Curbside Cafe





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    Velocity is produced by A Different Day Radio.




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    • 53 min
    Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey, President & Superintendent - Palomar College

    Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey, President & Superintendent - Palomar College

    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, California and is proud to have started her
    post-secondary education at a community college. In addition, to a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from California State University, San Marcos, and a master’s degree in Education, with an emphasis in multicultural counseling, from San Diego State University, Dr. Rivera-Lacey earned her Ph.D. in Education from the San Diego State/Claremont Graduate University joint doctoral program.

    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!

    Show notes:

    Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey - @palomardrstar on Instagram & Twitter

    Palomar College

    Mira Costa College

    California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)

    Book - The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

    Song - Okinawan Folk Songs

    Business - Vista Community Clinic


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    JR Auto Body & Paint

    Solatube

    Tri-City Medical Center

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    • 44 min
    City of Vista - City Manager, John Conley

    City of Vista - City Manager, John Conley

    John Conley was appointed as Vista City Manager in March 2023 after serving the City in a variety of roles over 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 does a City Manager do and what's next for the City of Vista.



    Show notes:

    City of Vista

    City of Vista - GIS Maps/Info

    Vista General Plan

    Book: Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds, David Goggins

    Business: Chick Fil-A Vista & Handel's Vista





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    • 41 min
    Nadeem Haddad, SVN Vanguard - New Business of the Year!

    Nadeem Haddad, SVN Vanguard - New Business of the Year!

    SVN Vanguard was selected as the Vista Chamber of Commerce 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! At his core, Nadeem is a problem solver and welcomes the challenge of his industry. Learn more about Nadeem and SVN Vanguard in this episode.

    Show Notes:

    SVN Vanguard

    International Council of Shopping Centers

    Book: Attitude is Everything, Jeff Keller

    Song: Beautiful Day (Thank you for the Sunshine)

    Business: Lifeline Community Service



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    Velocity is produced by A Different Day Radio.




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    • 30 min
    Denisse Barragan - J&R Auto Body and Paint - 2023 Business Person of the Year!

    Denisse Barragan - J&R Auto Body and Paint - 2023 Business Person of the Year!

    Denisse Barragan is the Vista Chamber 2023 Businessperson of the Year. She is co-owner of J&R Auto Body and Paint, a collision repair automotive shop. Her story of resilience and success after a personal loss is an inspiration to all! Learn more about Denisse and her strategic, thoughtful approach to managing her business in this episode.

    Show Notes:
    J&R Auto Body and Paint
    Miss Vista and Miss Strawberry Queen
    Vista Strawberry Festival
    Vista Christmas ParadeThank you to Velocity supporters:JR Auto Body & Paint, Solatube, Tri-City Medical CenterFollow us at @velocityvistapod on IG and Facebook.Advertising inquiries can be sent to ceo@vistachamber.org. Velocity is produced by A Different Day Radio.




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    • 30 min
    Brooke Gibbons, Sunny Days Sunshine Center - Small Business of the Year

    Brooke Gibbons, Sunny Days Sunshine Center - Small Business of the Year

    Sunny Days Sunshine Center provides The Sunshine Center is 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. Learn more about Sunny Days Sunshine Center and the ways they are making the future brighter; one child at a time.


    Learn more about them online: Sunny Days Sunshine Center .


    Book: 100 Things to Do Before you Die & What Should Danny Do?

    Business: Vista Unified School District



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    Advertising inquiries can be sent to ceo@vistachamber.org. Velocity is produced by A Different Day Radio.






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    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

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Great discussions

Rachel is a great host, asking wonderful, probing questions. Discussion with the distillery was fascinating and other tooics are great for business owners, residents and anyone looking to know more about Vista, City of Makers.

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