Velocity News April 15

April 15, 2024 | Week 16

Childcare Panel Discussion

Join us to learn about childcare options available in Vista, how to pay for these, and a discussion from childcare professionals.

Have specific questions? Submit them in the comment section when registering for the event.

Speakers include:

Matt Koumaras, Boys & Girls Club of Vista
Lona Seitz, Children's Paradise Preschool
Dr. Alexis Aviña, MAAC

Panel de Discusión Sobre Cuidado Infantil

Acompañenos para obtener información sobre las opciones de cuidado infantil disponibles en Vista, cómo pagarlas y una discusión de profesionales del cuidado infantil. ¿Tiene preguntas específicas? Envíelas en la sección de comentarios cuando se registre al evento.

Entre los profesionales del cuidado infantil se encuentran:

Matt Koumaras, Boys & Girls Club de Vista
Lona Seitz, Children's Paradise Preschool
Dr. Alexis Aviña, MAAC

Regístrese Ahora

2024 Meet the Leaders

Meet and hear from elected officials representing Vista at the Federal and State levels. Speakers include:

Congressman Mike Levin
Senator Catherine Blakespear
Assemblywoman Laurie Davies
+ a special introduction by Vista Mayor John Franklin

Sponsorship opportunities available. Sponsors can join the VIP cocktail reception before the event for an intimate time with our elected officials. Learn more and purchase tickets here.

2023 Summer intern at the City of Vista.

Velocity Summer Student Internship Program - Last Week to Register!

The Velocity Summer Student Internship Program is a program dedicated to partnering local high school students with local companies based on the students' career interests.

Businesses: Host talented, local high school students interested in your industry for rewarding and impactful internship experiences. Student compensation is provided by the Vista Chamber. Deadline to register is this Wednesday, April 17.

Learn more about the program and apply here.

Business Workshops

The Vista Chamber in partnership with the City of Vista will be hosting workshops to inform businesses about regulations on the following topics:

Organic Waste/Plastic Usage
Temporary/Promotional Sings
Special Events Permit Process

Spanish interpreting will be available. Register for any of these workshops here.

Learn more about the Rising Star of the Month Program here and how you can help these students achieve their goals of higher education.

Rising Star Student of the Month: April

Lillian Mixon - Guajome Park Academy
Racer Simmonds - Trade Tech High School
Eleanor Diaz - Mission Vista High School
Ahtziri Jimenez - Rancho Buena Vista High School
Joseph Shimek - General Raymond Murray High School
Ilona Medina - Vista High School

40 Under 40: Healthcare

Vista Magazine's Spring issue features 40 of Vista's young professionals making an impact on our local community, including some who are working diligently in the healthcare field, providing exceptional care and innovative solutions to improve the well-being of residents.

Read about them in the Spring issue of Vista Magazine here.

Coffee & Conversation - April 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 Chamber members.

Accelerate: Vista Young Professionals -

April 18

Accelerate: Vista Young Professionals is dedicated to fostering connections, professional growth, and community engagement. Accelerate is your platform to connect, collaborate, and thrive!

Join us for our first event! The first hour will consist of a wine and cheese pairing class by Burtech Family Vineyard for $25. Afterwards you can stay and enjoy the beautiful location and network with fellow young professionals.

Childcare Panel Discussion - April 19

Join us to learn about childcare options available in Vista, how to pay for these, and a discussion from childcare professionals.

Acompañenos para obtener información sobre las opciones de cuidado infantil disponibles en Vista, cómo pagarlas y una discusión de profesionales del cuidado infantil. Si necesita traducción al español, por favor indique en los comentarios.

Regístrese aquí.

Leadership North County

Individuals interested in developing a systemic understanding of how our region works because important issues that impact the North County's future include business and community leaders, current and aspiring elected officials, leaders of volunteer and nonprofit organizations, educators and school board members, city employees, leaders of public agencies and active community citizens. Participants include people who want to:

Understand our region's challenges and opportunities
Influence the region’s development
Join a network of exemplary leaders to improving the quality of life in the region
Enhance leadership, team building, and collaboration skills
Help others achieve the objectives listed above

Find more information and apply here.

Vista CARES Business Seminar

If your business is a large user of electricity, you may be interested in learning about Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) at our next Vista CARES seminar. Clean Energy Alliance will give a presentation on its offerings, benefits, and programs.

When: Thursday, May 2 | 8:00 - 9:30am

Where: Hyatt Place Vista | 2645 S Melrose Dr.

The target audience for this presentation are large energy consumers who would like to know more about Clean Energy Alliance. Space is limited up to 15 businesses, with one person per business who will be served a complimentary breakfast. Registrations are handled on a first come first served basis.

PLEASE REGISTER BY MONDAY, APRIL 22. Register here.

Vista Adult School 18th Annual Resource and Career Fair

Vista Adult School is excited to invite employers and resource agencies to their 18th Annual Resource and Career Fair. Once again the event will be held in their campus and promises an evening filled with opportunities. RSVP here.

When: Wednesday, May 1 | 5:30 - 7:00pm

Where: Vista Adult School | 510 Sunset Dr.