Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. In this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach speaks with iSoftpull founder and owner, Dan Daniel. Dan is a Carlsbad native, whose passion for sports informs his “win as a team” mindset. When his career at a top corporation…
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce: https://carlsbad.org/. Recently, Christine Davis, the Executive Director of the Carlsbad Village Association, sat down to talk with Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Boasting fantastic shops, restaurants, services, and close proximity to the beach, the Village is a…
Recently, Bret Schanzenbach was joined by Josh Mazur on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Josh is the director of business development for the financial consulting company, Guide My Finances, and the chairman-elect of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Not only does he have a deep…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Amy Forsythe, former Marine and the current U.S. Navy Public Affairs Officer. They talk about her service as a Combat Correspondent where she had the opportunity to report from combat zones, Camp Pendleton’s new 9/11…
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Have you ever seen 80 million flowers? Well, if you want to get the chance, then head over to the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch! In this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach is joined by Joni Miringoff and…
Former professional baseball player and current gym owner, Adam Jacobs recently joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Adam created Fortis Fitness & YOGALUX, a gym that combines hot yoga, cycling, TRX, group exercise classes, and personal training, so everyone can strengthen their physical and mental…
Connect with the Carlsbad Chamber. Recently, the CEO and President of Visit Carlsbad, Kim Sidoriak, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Before she became the President and CEO of Visit Carlsbad, Kim began at Saatchi and Saatchi Advertising in Santa Monica, where she worked in…
Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber.Listen to their conversation here! Bret Schanzenbach recently spoke with the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation’s CEO, Lisa Cannon-Rodman, and its COO, Samantha Richter, on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Originally founded in 1990, the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation began with a passionate group…
Carolyn Grant, executive director of the Museum of Making Music, joined Bret Schanzenbach on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Together, they talk about the power music has to inspire and unite communities, and how the museum is creating innovative experiences so that people’s lives can be enhanced by…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, the new Carlsbad Chief of Police, Mickey Williams, joined Bret Schanzenbach. Mickey talks about how he joined the police force, the importance of relationships between the police and the community, and the department’s future goals. San Diego-native Mickey Williams…
In this conversation with LEGOLAND California President, Kurt Stocks, we discuss what led him from his home in Australia to Malaysia and then to California, and how an experience at LEGOLAND with his son encouraged him to leave his role as a businessman in the health and fitness industry and…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with brothers, Presley and Slater Thomas. Together, Presley and Slater host Prime Tyme Action Sports on YouTube where they talk about all things sports! Their passion for sports-inspired them to run a YouTube channel, which now…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach talks with the executive director of VANC, Lori Boody. With 30 years of business experience, Lori has been a successful business owner and has worked with many humanitarian organizations, including Adventist Health and the American Cancer Society.…
Learn more about the Carlsbad ChamberVisit the Carlsbad Food Tours In this episode, Bret Schanzenbach is joined by Cherimarie Poulos, the owner of Carlsbad Food Tours. Cheri has lived in Carlsbad for over 30 years. Originally a nurse specializing in open-heart surgery, she decided to combine her love for health…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with 13-year-old teen author, Shanti Hershenson. She has published two novellas in her series, The Chronicles of Ziel DeLaine, a novel told through poetry called You Won't Know Her Name, and her debut novel, Biome Lock,…
On this episode of the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach spoke with Geoff Gray, the general manager of the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club, & Spa. They talked about how Geoff got into the hospitality industry, the beautiful remodel at the resort, the ways they are…
Denise Mueller is the 2018 World Record holder for cycling, the CEO of Rancho Santa Fe Security Systems, and mother of three boys. Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a World Record Holder? You’ll definitely want to listen to the 2018 World Record holder and “the fastest…
Recently, CBAD award-winning Carlsbad High School Principal, Dr. Bryan Brockett came on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast to talk about his background, the high school’s extracurricular activities and programs, and more! Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. On the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast, Bret Schanzenbach speaks…
Freedom Window Cleaning enjoys a spotless reputation, and with good reason. Lupe and Kolan Hairston’s team clean with pride and add new life to your windows. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Clean. Kolan and Lupe Hairston have built a company dedicated to brightening people’s days, Freedom Window Cleaning. Hear their inspiring…
They are the charity that funds other charities. Get to know The Carlsbad Charitable Foundation, and hear how they do it all with Chair Justin Peek. Carlsbad is a beautiful place. In fact, it’s paradise. But even in paradise, we still have all the same issues of human financial need…
Miguel de Jesus’ mission is to help companies achieve their breakthrough goals, dreams, and aspirations. Learn how he does it in this riveting interview. Miguel de Jesus believes we can do, be and have anything we want if we check our egos at the door and just ask for help.…
Did you miss our First Friday Breakfast in March? Well, don’t worry. Our March speaker, Jessica Hornbeck is here to share her story and provide some talking points from her presentation, “How to Operate like a CEO.” Learn more about the Carlsbad Chamber. Do you want to operate like a…
How do companies stay on schedule and ensure they have a cohesive company culture when they change locations? Co-founders Kate Mood and Susette Hill are here to share how their company, Dynamic Space Solutions, overcome the unique obstacles when a company moves and strengthens the company culture through their individualized…
Join Neall Digert, VP of Solatube for an illuminating conversation about how harvesting daylight improves our psychology, physiology, and functionality. Solatube is the world’s leader in natural lighting systems. Get the inside story of how they push the envelope of innovation and creative inspiration every day, from their VP, Neall…