January 3, 2023 | Week 1

Vista Chamber Updates

Notice Something Different? Welcome to Velocity News!

Velocity News is our new weekly newsletter, we have so much to say that we couldn't fit everything in our monthly format. Every week you'll receive chamber updates, including our events, as well as general Business & Community Resources and information on local events to enjoy with your whole family.

2023 State of the Community Luncheon

Join us on Monday, January 23rd for the 2023 State of the Community Luncheon. We will hear from renowned speakers including Keynote Speaker Vista Mayor John Franklin. Other speaker announcements coming soon.

Purchase tickets through this link.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Tri-City Medical Center.

Vista Chamber Events

See an overview of our events this month.

Business Mixer - January 11

Join us at Rancho Grande El Toro Mexican Cuisine for our January Business Mixer!

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

Bring a raffle prize ($30 min. value) and speak about your business/organization while choosing the winner! (Only open to members)

Coffee & Conversation - January 18

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 Chamber members.

RSVP

Kickstart Your PR & Marketing Efforts for 2023 - January 19

Taylor PR Strategies will present helpful tips and techniques on how businesses can effectively and affordably move the PR & Marketing dial forward.

The program is ideal for small to mid-size business owners interested in looking for ways to systematically build their brands in 2023.

RSVP to be provided with free lunch.

RSVP

Lunch Mob - January 25

Don't pack your lunch today, join us at Grand Slam Pizza for Lunch Mob!

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!

This is a no host event where everyone buys their own food.

RSVP

Ribbon Cuttings

Ascend Coffee House

Friday, January 20 at 10:00 a.m.

1080 W San Marcos Blvd.,Ste. 176

San Marcos, CA 92078

RSVP

Business & Community Resources

North County Job-Readiness Room

North County cities have launched a new program to boost employment opportunities for the region. This pilot program is designed to connect entry-level, excluded, and/or vulnerable workers with basic skills training and connections to key North County employers who are hiring for office administration, manufacturing, hospitality & food service jobs. Learn more here.

WomensNet | Grants for Women in Business

WomensNet was created decades ago to help women achieve their business dreams. We offer: free tips on how to get a grant, our own monthly grant, and we promote encouraging stories of woman entrepreneurs just like you. Learn how to apply here.

California Competes Tax Credits

The California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) is an income tax credit available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California. Businesses of any industry, size, or location compete for over $180 million available in tax credits by applying in one of the three application periods each year. Learn how to apply here.