August 14, 2023 | Week 33

Vista Chamber Updates

Velocity Summer Internship Program

The second year of the Velocity Summer Internship Program concluded this past Friday with a reception for the participant students.

For the past 10 weeks these students had the opportunity to work with local Vista companies to explore their career aspirations. At the reception the students shared their experiences and met with local officials including VUSD Superintendent Dr. Matt Doyle, Councilmember Katie Melendez, and Vista City Manager John Conley.

This program was possible due to a grant from the City of Vista and the Vista Unified School District.

See more about the Intern Reception here.

Staples Ribbon Cutting

We had the honor of joining Staples to celebrate the remodeling of their Vista location. Staples has everything you need for back to school season, from stationery items to electronics and everything in between. Did you know you can also apply for TSA PreCheck at Staples? Say goodbye to those security lines at the airport!

Visit your Staples Vista today at 235 Vista Village Drive or visit their website here and check out everything they have to offer!

Welcome New Members!

Want to learn more about membership? Reach out to Membership Development Specialist Caleb Rosado at caleb@vistachamber.org.

Vista Chamber Events

Coffee & Conversation - August 16

Join Vista Chamber Member and Community Engagement Director Kent Leithold and Membership Development Specialist Caleb Rosado for a morning coffee at Cat & Craft Cafe.

Enjoy the coffee and pastries while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Chamber members. RSVP here.

Ribbon Cutting

CoLab Public House

Saturday, August 19 at 4:30pm

2129 Industrial Ct.

RSVP

Enjoy live music, local vendors, fun games + prizes, plus amazing food and drink specials from 3:00 - 7:00pm.

Ribbon Cutting with the Vista Chamber will be at 4:30pm.

Business & Community Resources

Keep It Local Business Fund - Microgrants for Small Business

What will you get?

One-time $5,000 grant to support your small business
Public recognition for your contributions to your community
Participation in 1-2 events with your fellow winners to share your successes and lessons learned
Ad credits to promote your local business on the Nextdoor Platform
Access to trainings on how to thrive as a small business, including Nextdoor’s Recession Playbook

Learn more and fill out the application form here.

Meal Providers Needed!

Operation HOPE- North County is in need of meal providers for the month of August! Meal providers can be individuals, families, restaurants, youth or church groups, and much more!

Learn more about the program and how to get involved here.

California’s 2024 Minimum Wage Increases to $16 Per Hour

On Monday, July 31, the California Department of Finance Director Joe Stephenshaw officially certified that beginning January 1, 2024, California’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 per hour to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. Read more here.

Community Events

SDCCU Financial Wellness Wednesday

When: Wednesday, August 16 | 12:00 - 1:00pm

Where: Zoom | Register online here.

This free educational webinar is titled "Long-Term Care: The Great Income Bar". The webinar will be hosted by John Broyles, certified financial planner and regional sales manager representing OneAmerica.