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The Vista Chamber of Commerce blog is a vibrant hub of information tailored to support local businesses, professionals, and the wider community. Readers can explore topics ranging from business success stories and tips for entrepreneurs to community events and economic insights. It's also a great resource for discovering networking opportunities, updates on policy changes affecting local businesses, and celebrations of Vista’s diverse cultural heritage. Whether you're a business owner, resident, or visitor, the Vista Chamber blog is your go-to source for staying connected and informed.
Business Spotlight: Boys & Girls Club of Vista
The Boys & Girls Club of Vista (BGCV) provides safe, fun, and quality youth development programs for kids ages 5-18 at seven sites in Vista & Oceanside. BGCV is open “when kids need us most” – after school, most school holidays and during the summer. The Club offers a variety of financial assistance, so no…
The Vista Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Local Schools that Made the 2025 California Honor Roll Schools List
21% of California schools made the prestigious Honor Roll list Vista, CA – Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a non-profit organization that applies data science to accelerate student success, has released the 2025 Honor Roll list of California’s top performing schools, in partnership with state business leaders including the Vista Chamber. This is the eleventh year…
Hispanic Heritage Month – Luis Lopez Jr.
Can you tell us the name of your business and what you do? My name is Luis Lopez Jr. I own Seven Seas Bar and Grill here in Downtown Vista on Main St. What inspired you to start your non-profit? My biggest inspiration I guess was my 6-year-old daughter. I’m an only child and I…
Hispanic Heritage Month – Ana Serrano
Can you tell us a littl about your non-profit and what you do? God’s Heart Ministry/Las Valientes helps women leave their abusive relationships through the legal system. We also help the community in general with legal issues. We provide services such as document preparation for Restraining Orders, both civil and domestic violence. As well as…
Hispanic Heritage Month – Ana Lara
Can you tell us a little about your business and what you do? My name is Ana Lilia Lara and my business is a Mexican restaurant called Francisco’s Mexican Deli in Vista. Here we make all kinds of homemade food, caldo de pollo for example. But it’s not your regular caldo de pollo that you…
Women’s History Month – Lisette Hart
What’s your name and your business? I’m Lisette Hart and I’m the owner of Yoga Branch Studio. Tell us more about your business. Yoga Branch is a community yoga studio, we’re right here in the heart of Vista in Vista Village. I call it a community yoga studio because we serve people who are in…
It’s a Double Win for the Vista Chamber!
The Vista Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce today that it is the winner of not one, but two prestigious awards from the Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE). WACE is the premier organization for education and professional development for chamber executives and staff while representing more than 450 Chambers. The Chamber is also being recognized…
Women’s History Month – Tiffany Vakilian
What’s your name and your business? My name is Tiffany Vakilian and I am the owner and CEO of Speak Fire Publishing. Tell us more about your business. What I do is I take writers, or would be writers, from concept all the way to published book. So if you need coaching, editing, formatting, cover…
Women’s History Month – Debbie Medrano
What’s your name and your business? My name is Debbie Medrano and my company is San Diego Balloons and More. Tell us more about your business. We’re a balloon decorating service and balloon bouquet delivery. We work seven days a week, bringing joy to many people. What inspired you to become a business owner? After…
Women’s History Month – Erica Sell
What’s your name and your business? My name is Erica Sell and my company is Harmony Home Medical. Tell us more about your business. Harmony Home Medical was an idea I had when I went back home to help with a family crisis. I grew up working in a company similar to Harmony, except the…