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The Advancing Oceanside Podast

by Oceanside Chamber of Commerce

The Advancing Oceanside Podcast, brought to you by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, hosts business & community leaders from all industries to help inform, better educate & ultimately advocate for a prosperous, economic climate here in Oceanside. Each episode features an industry leader who focuses on current topics influencing not only Oceanside, but all of North County. The Oceanside Chamber is working to serve as a champion for a stronger community, act as a convener for leaders and influencers and maintain a significant role as a catalyst for business growth.

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Episodes

  1. 3. Creating Oceanside's Now & Next | Kevin Shin - Veteran, Entrepreneur, Community Advocate, Leader and More

    Joining us today is local community leader, Kevin Shin. Kevin owns and operates some of Oceanside’s favorite restaurants including the Switchboard, North County Roastery, and KNVS. After serving in the Marine Corps for 13 years, Kevin retired and was hired by the Culver City Fire Service, where…

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  2. 2. An Inside Look at the Oceanside Sea Center | Captain Ernie Prieto

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast is thrilled to welcome Captain Ernie of the Oceanside Sea Center! During this interview you’ll hear all about the incredible work the Oceanside Sea Center is doing from fishing trips to education opportunities and partnerships to fighting challenges within the...

  3. 1. Understanding Oceanside's Tourism - Why We Need It and Where We're Headed | Leslee Gaul, CEO Visit Oceanside

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast is back with a new season, a new host and a new amazing guest! The Oceanside Chamber’s own Events and Programs Coordinator, Porsche Copeland, sits down with Visit Oceanside’s CEO Leslee Gaul. This episode is filled with great insight and details on Oceanside’s...

  4. 7. How Martial Arts is Supporting the Oceanside Community | Ruben Rowell Jr., Extreme Power Gym

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast is back! Joining us on today’s episode is local Oceanside business owner, recognized Muay Thai instructor and role model for youth, Ruben Rowell Jr. As mentioned before, Ruben is a recognized Muay Thai instructor who is passionate about all the martial arts has to...

  5. 6. Made in Oceanside - Olli Salumeria, More Than Just Meats

    Today on the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, we are so excited to have with us the owner of Olli Salumeria here in Oceanside. Olli Salumeria is a local salami manufacture specializing in slow-cured fine meats based on old family recipes handed down over four generations. Olli, originally from Rome,...

  6. 5. Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Update | Colonel Daniel M. Whitley, Commanding Officer, Headquarters And Support Battalion

    On today’s episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, we have a very special guest. Joining us is Col. Daniel Whitley, Commanding Officer of the Headquarters and Support Battalion for the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the liaison to Oceanside for all things military-related. An extremely...

  7. 4. Giving a Voice to the Voiceless - KOCT Celebrates 40 Years | Carly Starr, Executive Director

    Today on the Advancing Oceanside Podcast we are celebrating another 40 year anniversary! Joining us is Carly Starr, Executive Director for KOCT, the Voice of North County. Before coming to KOCT, Carly was an award-winning filmmaker and the founder of Love Machine Films. After leaving her hectic...

  8. 3. Ivey Ranch Park Association Then and Now, Celebrating 40 Years of Community-Based Work | Tonya Danielly, Executive Director

    Joining us today on the Advancing Oceanside Podcast is Tonya Danielly, Executive Director for the Ivey Ranch Park Association. Ivey Ranch Park Association was established in 1981 and is a private non-profit, community-based corporation that provides services targeted to disabled and able-bodied...

  9. 2. Supporting Active-Duty Military & Veterans | Lori Boody, Veterans Association of North County Executive Director

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast is back! After taking a little hiatus while we worked on the launch of our new website, make sure you check it out at OceansideChamber.com, we’re back with another timely interview. Joining us today is Lori Boody, Executive Director for the Veterans Association of...

  10. 1. Tri-City Medical Center Celebrates 60 Years of Service | Aaron Byzak, Chief External Affairs Officer and Jennifer Paroly, Chief Development Officer and President

    Season 2 of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast is here! Our first episode celebrates Tri-City Medical Center's 60 years of service and we're joined by Aaron Byzak, Chief External Affairs Officer and Jennifer Paroly, Chief Development Officer and President. This episode explores Tri-City Medical...

  11. Going Green: A Virtual Sustainable Business Workshop with Green Oceanside

    Last week, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce and City’s Green Oceanside Team presented Going Green: A Virtual Sustainable Business Workshop. The webinar show attendees how to incorporate economically-feasible sustainability measures into their business operations and featured resources from the...

  12. 29. Mental Health Awareness - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy to Treat Depression | Dr. Chaudhri, CalTMS

    Today we are joined by Dr. Chaudhri a practicing psychiatrist in the greater San Diego Area and one of a select few providers in San Diego offering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for patients with major depression. Before we get too much into detail, this interview does include…

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  13. 28. How Interfaith Community Services' Faith-Based Approach is Helping People Help Themselves

    Today we are exploring another amazing service provider in our community. Greg Anglea, CEO for Interfaith Community Services, joins us to discuss how the organization is helping people help themselves. Interfaith Community Services empowers people in need to stabilize their lives through...

  14. 27. AAPI Heritage Month Special - Vishnu Sneller on Taking Lessons from her Indian Upbringing into the Business World 

    It is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and we are joined by Vishnu Sneller, Owner of Minuteman Press Oceanside. Vishnu is an incredibly intelligent woman who for decades studied the epidemiology of infectious diseases and health services for displaced populations. After a…

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  15. 26. Small Business Social Media Strategies, Content Creation, Storytelling & More | Jacqueline Farkas, Social Marketing Boutique

    Today the Advancing Oceanside Podcast is diving into a hot topic for small businesses, social media marketing. Joining us is small business owner and social media expert, Jacqueline Farkas founder of Social Marketing Boutique. Jacqueline is passionate about educating and inspiring small business...

  16. 25. Sustainability Series - Water Use Efficiency & Conservation with the San Diego County Water Authority

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast has one final episode in its four-part sustainability series, and it’s brought to you buy water. Joining us today from the San Diego County Water Authority is Water Resources Manager Elizabeth Lovsted and Water Resources Specialist Joni German. Our interview...

  17. 24. Sustainability Series - SDG&E Commits to Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2045 | Estela de Llanos, Vice President, Clean Transportation, Sustainability & Chief Environmental Officer

    Thank you for joining us for another episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast! We are excited to have Estela de Llanos from SDG&E with us for the third episode in our sustainability series. Estela is the SDG&E’s Vice President of Clean Transportation and Sustainability and Chief Environmental...

  18. 23. Sustainability Series - Why the Future is Solar | David Boylan, VP Marketing, Stellar Solar

    Welcome back to another episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast and Happy Earth Day. Today we continue our Sustainability Series with Stellar Solar. We are excited to have David Boylan, VP of Marketing with us to discuss solar energy. Stellar Solar has been in business for over 20 years and…

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  19. 22. Chamber Board Chair, Haley Wonsley, on Leadership, Embracing Change and the Future of North County

    The Advancing Oceanside Podcast welcomes Haley Wonsley! Haley a Senior Account Manager at Intesa Communications Group, and is also currently serving as the Oceanside Chamber’s 2021 Board Chair! Intesa Communications Group is a San Diego-based strategic communications and government relations firm...

  20. 21. Sustainability Series - Get a Green, Chemical Free Clean with ENJO

    Welcome to the Advancing Oceanside Podcast! Today we begin our celebration of Earth Month with a sustainability series focused on green and clean living. Today we have with us Nicole Douglas with ENJO California. ENJO is cleaning the world with chemical free products and reducing the average…

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  21. 20. Oceanside's Arts are Alive with the Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation

    Today we’re celebrating Oceanside’s arts with Anita Romaine and Elaine Weidauer! The Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization whose goal is to broaden the cultural, artistic, musical and performing arts here in Oceanside and the surrounding communities. They are a...

  22. 19. Creating Positive & Fundamental Change - Milestone House is Helping Girls & Transgender Youth Overcome Severe Abuse and Trauma

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, we are joined by Beverly Boone, Founding Executive Director of Milestone House. Milestone House is a short-term, residential, therapeutic program for girls and transgender youth ages 13 to 19 who are survivors of child abuse and are part of the...

  23. 18. Jennifer Paroly, Tri-City Hospital Foundation's President, On Advancing Healthcare to Build a Better Community

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, we are pleased to have with us Jennifer Paroly, President of the Tri-City Hospital Foundation. The Tri-City Hospital Foundation aims to build and support the community by helping advance exceptional healthcare. Hear how the Foundation has…

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  24. 17. "Love your neighbor." - Bread of Life and the San Diego Rescue Mission's Loving Approach to Saving Our Homeless Neighbors

    Tim Yzaguirre with the Bread of Life and Donnie Dee with the San Diego Rescue Mission join us today to discuss a loving approach to caring for our homeless neighbors. The partnership between the two organizations was quite literally a match made in heaven. The organizations’ missions align...

  25. 16. Amy Richards, Program Manager for Vets Community Connections, Discusses Successful Veteran Reintegration

    Joining us today is Amy Richards, Program Manager for Vets’ Community Connections. Vets’ Community Connections works with veterans, military and their families to help integrate them successfully into their community by expanding their local networks and opportunities for involvement. Learn more...

  26. Black History Month Special - Quantal Langford Talks Confidence, Authenticity & Removing the “Black-Owned” Stigma

    Quantal Langford, owner of Langfordesign, joins us today for another special episode honoring Black History Month. Originally from Cleveland, TN, Quantal has always had a passion for creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit. Focusing on building great relationships and trust, Quantal has clients...

  27. 15. Chris Weiner, OYPN Chair & Alphagraphics Outside Sales Manager, Emphasizes Business Relationships & Discusses the Future of Young Professionals in North County

    Joining us on this week's episode is Chris Weiner. Professionally Chris is the Outside Sales Manager for Alphagraphics Oceanside, a local, veteran owned, full-service printing and marketing facility. For the Chamber, Chris serves as the new Chair for the Oceanside Young Professionals Network and…

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  28. Black History Month Special - Rushell & Al Gordon, from Bliss Tea and Treats, on the Tea Experience, Oceanside's Culture & What Black History Means to Them

    In honor of Black History Month, we’re joined by Rushell and Al Gordon, the brother and sister duo behind Bliss Tea Treats, a local Tea Room here in downtown Oceanside. Originally from Panama, Rushell and Al lived in Oceanside back in the 1980s. After spending some time away from the city, the…

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  29. 14. #WeAreOneUs - Chris Megison, Solutions for Change Founder & CEO, on Solving Family Homelessness through Personal, Workforce and Community Development

    On the 14th episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast we’re joined by Chris Megison, founder of Solutions for Change. Solutions for Change is working to solve family homelessness, one family, one community at a time. Megison’s approach focuses on personal development, workforce development, and...

  30. 13. Inside Oceanside's Photography Industry with Marcy Browe Photography

    The 13th episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast hosts a local from Oceanside’s thriving photography industry. Marcy Browe, founder and owner of Marcy Browe Photography, brings years of industry experience. She provides us with details on how to find your niche in the industry, shares tips on...

  31. 12. The San Diego North EDC Discusses Challenges and Opportunities for the Regrowth of North County

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host Scott Ashton sat down with Erik Bruvold, CEO of San Diego North Economic Development Council. The SDNEDC focuses on marketing economic development opportunities and amplifying positive news about the North County economy, helping North...

  32. 11. Innovate78 on Growing the 78 Corridor's Business Ecosystem through the Collaboration of 5 Cities

    On episode 11 of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host, Scott Ashton, sat down with Kierstin Rielly with Innovate78 to discuss how the contract is growing the 78 Corridor's business ecosystem through the collaboration of five cities. Thank you so much to today's podcast sponsor, Frontwave...

  33. 10. The Oceanside Charitable Foundation's Pooled Philanthropy Model and How It's Changing Oceanside

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host Scott Ashton sat down with Colleen O'Harra and Estela Mitrani representing the Oceanside Charitable Foundation. The Oceanside Charitable Foundation is an affiliate of the San Diego Foundation focused on creating and sustaining a local...

  34. 9. Exploring MainStreet's Past, Present and Future with MainStreet Oceanside

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host Scott Ashton sat down with MainStreet Oceanside to discuss their history and what the future of downtown looks like post pandemic. MainStreet Oceanside is a self-supported, non-profit organization focused on organization, promotion,...

  35. 8. Jodi Diamond, Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside CEO, Emphasizes Education and Food Support During the Pandemic

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host, Scott Ashton sat down with Jodi Diamond, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside, to discuss how their organization transitioned to continue supporting the community despite difficulties stemming from the pandemic. The Boys & Girls...

  36. 7. The North Coastal Prevention Coalition Discusses San Diego County's Complex Opioid Epidemic

    In this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host, Scott Ashton, sat down with two influential individuals from the North Coastal Prevention Coaltion, Aaron Byzak, NCPC President and John Byrom, Vista Community Clinic's Prevention Specialist. Aaron Byzak, who also serves as the Chief...

  37. 6. Jim Floros, CEO of the San Diego Food Bank, on Crisis Response and a Caring Culture

    On this week's episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce hosts San Diego Business Journal’s Nonprofit CEO of the Year, Jim Floros with the San Diego Food Bank. The Food Bank was recognized for their work during the COVID-19 crisis, feeding a growing number of...

  38. 5. OUSD's Be the Resistance Club Educates Youth on the Harmful Consequences of Substance Abuse

    On this episode of the Advancing Oceanside Podcast, the Oceanside Chamber spoke with two student board members for the Be the Resistance Club at Oceanside High School. Oceanside High's Be the Resistance Club is supported by the North Coastal Prevention Coalition, an organization which aims to...

  39. 4. Executive Director for the Oceanside Museum of Arts, Maria Mingalone, Discusses Advancing Oceanside's Arts

    In this episode of the Oceanside Chamber's Advancing Oceanside Podcast, our host and CEO, Scott Ashton, discusses the growing and evolving arts district here in Oceanside. Maria Mingalone, Executive Director for the Oceanside Museum of Arts, gives audience members a look into Oceanside's efforts…

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  40. 3. A Look into Oceanside's History with Oceanside Historical Society's President, Kristi Hawthorne

    On this episode of the Oceanside Chamber's Advancing Oceanside Podcast, Kristi Hawthorne, Oceanside Historical Society's President and Director of Events at the Oceanside Chamber, gives us a blast into Oceanside's past. Equipped with photographs and city trivia, Kristi's interview gives listeners...

  41. 2. District 4 Candidate, Peter Weiss, Provides Insight on Plans for the Future Growth of Oceanside

    The Oceanside Chamber had the opportunity to connect virtually with District 4 Candidate, Peter Weiss, to discuss what qualifies him as a representative for both the people of District 4 and the City of Oceanside as a whole. As the current Mayor of Oceanside, Peter Weiss has years of experience…

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  42. 1. District 3 Candidate, Ryan Keim, Discusses His Approach to Solving Oceanside's Complex Issues

    The Oceanside Chamber connected with District 3 Candidate Ryan Keim to hear his thoughts on how to tackle important issues within the Oceanside Community. As a former Oceanside Police Officer, Keim offers a unique perspective on how to handle complex topics including the homeless crisis and…

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The Advancing Oceanside Podcast, brought to you by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, hosts business & community leaders from all industries to help inform, better educate & ultimately advocate for a prosperous, economic climate here in Oceanside. Each episode features an industry leader who focuses on current topics influencing not only Oceanside, but all of North County. The Oceanside Chamber is working to serve as a champion for a stronger community, act as a convener for leaders and influencers and maintain a significant role as a catalyst for business growth.

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