Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact podcast
An essential podcast for those who live, work, visit and play in Carlsbad.
The CARLSBAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Podcast is a podcast dedicated to connecting San Diego North County leaders in business, education, and civic engagement. Join us every week as we talk with people dedicated to all aspects of our quality of life and are dedicated to leaving a lasting impact.
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Sept. 17, 2026
Ep. 191 Melanie Burkholder City of Carlsbad Council Candidate D1
Meet Melanie Burkholder, who is running for Carlsbad City Council in District 1 in the November 2026 Election. Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted you Carlsbad Podcast Social Links: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X YouTube Sponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting
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Sept. 17, 2026
Ep. 190 Nate Larson Carlsbad City Council Candidate D1
Meet Nate Larson who is running for Carlsbad City Council in District 1 in November, 2026 Election. Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted you Carlsbad Podcast Social Links: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X YouTube Sponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting
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Aug. 6, 2026
Ep. 189 How Aptera Is Building the Future of Solar Mobility in Carlsbad
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose & Impact, Carlsbad Chamber President & CEO Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Steve Fambro, Co-Founder and CEO of Aptera Motors. Steve shares his remarkable journey from military service and engineering to leading one of the region's most innovative clean-technology companies. The conversation explores how Aptera is redefining transportation through solar-powered electric vehicles engineered for maximum efficiency, extended range, and minimal environmen
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July 23, 2026
Ep. 188 Building an Ideal Life: Financial Planning, Community Impact, and Leadership with Justin Peek
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose & Impact, Carlsbad Chamber President & CEO Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Justin Peek, Founder and CEO of Peak Wealth, for a conversation that goes far beyond investments and retirement planning. Justin shares his journey from immigrant roots and entrepreneurial family influences to building a thriving wealth management practice focused on helping clients design and live their ideal lives. He discusses why traditional financial planning often misses
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July 16, 2026
Episode 187: From Tech Executive to Trusted Financial Advisor: Anita Boghoussian's Journey
In this episode of Carlsbad People, Purpose & Impact, Carlsbad Chamber President and CEO Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Anita Boghoussian, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, to discuss her remarkable journey from an immigrant family upbringing to a successful career in technology leadership and, ultimately, financial advising. Anita shares how her family's pursuit of opportunity brought them from Iraq to Southern California, where she built a 25-year career in technology sales, cybersecurit
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Jan. 4, 2022
Creating Experiences Worth Sharing with Tim Stripe
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! In this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, co-president and co-founder of Grand Pacific Resorts, Tim Stripe, talks with Bret Schanzenbach. As a forme…
Dec. 14, 2021
How to Enhance Your Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence with Elaine Swann
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, etiquette expert Elaine Swann speaks with Bret Schanzenbach. Elaine has appeared on Dr. Oz, CNN, Access Ho…
Dec. 7, 2021
Minimizing Threats & Increasing Security with Sentir Global’s CEO, Lee Wakefield
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Listen to the conversation here! Recently, the CEO of Sentir Global, Lee Wakefield, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Lee’s military service has taken him all over …
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