Velocity News January 2

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January 2, 2024 | Week 1

2024 State of the Community Luncheon

Save the date for our 2024 State of the Community Luncheon!

Hear from Keynote Speaker Vista Mayor John Franklin and guest speakers with updates about our community.

When: Monday, January 22, 2024

Where: Vista Civic Center

Find more information and purchase tickets here.

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Vista's 40 Under 40

We are looking for company representatives that are successful in their industry and have made an impact in Vista through their community involvement, their contributions to a positive workplace culture, and/or have excelled in a unique way. Submit your nominations here.

Honorees will be featured in the Spring 2024 issue of Vista Magazine.

Welcome to Our New Members!

Join us welcoming our new members for December:

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

Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zone

A few months ago, Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld had the opportunity to skydive with the US Army Golden Nights, for a once in a lifetime experience!

In her First Word in the Winter issue of Vista Magazine, Rachel talks about her experience skydiving and the parallels of this experience with owning a business.

Read this insightful article on our website here.

Alohana Acai Bowls: Exploring Fun Superfoods!

Are you trying to focus on your health and wellness this new year? Alohana Acai Bowls might be the answer for you!

What started as a collaboration between friends who noticed a need in the outdoor fitness community for healthy food has turned into a multiple locations business venture.

Learn more about Alohana Acai Bowls and where you can find them in the Winter issue of Vista Magazine, here.

Business Mixer -

January 10

Join us at WestBrew for our January Business Mixer!

Catch up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections.

Members: $10

Future Members: $20

Coffee & Conversation - January 17

Join Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld for a morning coffee at Cat & Craft Cafe.

Enjoy the coffee and pastries while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Vista Chamber Members.

RSVP here.

Business Bites -

January 24

Don't pack your lunch today, join us at one of our member's restaurants for Business Bites!

Enjoy their delicious food while you catch up with other professionals in the community and make new connections. Don't forget to bring your business cards!

RSVP here.

Ribbon Cuttings

Children's Choice Academy

Thursday, January 11 at 4:00pm

739 Olive Ave.

RSVP

Teeny Cantina

Friday, January 12 at 3:30pm

170 Eucalyptus Ave (The Film Hub)

RSVP

Carbon Health Urgent Care San Marcos

Tuesday, January 16 at 12:30pm

109 S Las Posas Rd.

RSVP

My Gym

Thursday, January 18 at 1:30pm

3245 Business Park Drive, Unit 2

RSVP

Jersey Mikes Subs

Thursday, January 25 at 9:30am

1850 University Drive, Suite 110

RSVP

Goodwill of North County Hiring Events

Goodwill of North San Diego County will be hosting two Hiring Events this month in collaboration with 'A Caring Touch Home Care' and 'All City Management Services'. The event with 'A Caring Touch Home Care' will take place on Thursday, January 4 from 1-3pm. The event with 'All City Management' will take place on Wednesday, January 10 from 1-3pm. Both events will be at the Goodwill Employment Center (315 W Washington Ave.) in Escondido.

City of Vista's General Plan Update 2050

Come and provide your input on the City's General Plan Update at a workshop in your neighborhood. This series will focus on how feedback received during the first visioning outreach series influenced changes to the current plan, and options for the future of Vista. See the different dates and locations here.