The Wonderland Podcast
Do you want to learn about business, the economy, and more happening in Inland North County? The Wonderland Podcast is designed to be an informative and educational series that focuses on business-centric activities, where Chamber CEO & Host, James Rowten, will be empowering businesses, building community, convening leaders, engaging influencers, and speaking with the movers and shakers of Inland North County. The Wonderland Podcast is brought to you by the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce --- join us regularly to learn more about your community!
Episodes
Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck
Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city; here her reminisce about her travels to indigenous villages and life's adventures...
We guarantee you will want to be friends with this amazing woman, and if you'...
Delve into the brilliant mind of Escondido's Deputy Director of Economic Development - Jennifer Schoeneck
Jennifer shares her background and qualifications regarding all facets of fulfilling this very important role in our beautiful city; here her reminisce about her travels to indigenous villages and life's adventures...
We guarantee you will want to be friends with this amazing woman, and if you'...
Joining JR for episodes 41 and 42 is Dr. Rakesh Patel, the
CEO of Neighborhood Healthcare. Learn why Dr. Patel feels that healthcare
and helping others is his true calling. Learn what brought him to the Escondido
area, and the very unique thing he owns that he really should throw
out...You will never guess what it is...unless you listen!
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
Joining JR for episodes 41 and 42 is Dr. Rakesh Patel, the
CEO of Neighborhood Healthcare. Learn why Dr. Patel feels that healthcare
and helping others is his true calling. Learn what brought him to the Escondido
area, and the very unique thing he owns that he really should throw
out...You will never guess what it is...unless you listen!
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
Do you know what various instruments combine to make up a symphony orchestra? Can you name all of them? Well, our most recent guest is the CEO of the San Diego Symphony, Martha Gilmer, and she could not only name each and every instrument but she also shares her thoughts on performing at the California Center for the Arts - Escondido.
Do you know what various instruments combine to make up a symphony orchestra? Can you name all of them? Well, our most recent guest is the CEO of the San Diego Symphony, Martha Gilmer, and she could not only name each and every instrument but she also shares her thoughts on performing at the California Center for the Arts - Escondido.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California?
We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing programs...
and what William Shatner did when Cameron asked him for an autograph!
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an accredited Charter school in California?
We learn that and SO much more from the CEO of The Classical Academies, Cameron Curry. In addition, find out how many students they serve with their amazing programs...
and what William Shatner did when Cameron asked him for an autograph!
Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan.
Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our downtown businesses, we were so fascinated to hear his life's work.
Listen with us as he tell us his story in this 2 episode series.
Wonderland Podcast host and Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce President/CEO James Rowten welcomes Escondido Downtown Business Association President Alex McLachlan.
Alex McLachlan was raised in Escondido and is an amazing advocate for our downtown businesses, we were so fascinated to hear his life's work.
Listen with us as he tell us his story in this 2 episode series.
Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she considers herself an influencer, and what still drives her to do SO much for the Escondido community.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
Have you ever wanted to hear the story behind the Facebook group “Escondido Friends”? Now you can! As founder and long-time resident Patti Thompson tells JR about her real estate background, why she started her Escondido Friends group, if she considers herself an influencer, and what still drives her to do SO much for the Escondido community.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
Get to know the newest member of the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce, Ruth Romero. She is the new Director of Growth & Development at the Chamber and has a rich history here in Inland North County. From the guitar legends Los Romeros to owning her own business - She is a perfect addition to the Chamber. Oh and she loves Rock n’ Jenny’s!
Get to know the newest member of the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce, Ruth Romero. She is the new Director of Growth & Development at the Chamber and has a rich history here in Inland North County. From the guitar legends Los Romeros to owning her own business - She is a perfect addition to the Chamber. Oh and she loves Rock n’ Jenny’s!
2022 is an election year, and joining JR on the most recent episodes is Mayoral candidate, Dane White. Find out why he wants to be Escondido’s next Mayor, learn the main issues he wants to address if elected, and how his past shaped the man he became.
2022 is an election year, and joining JR on the most recent episodes is Mayoral candidate, Dane White. Find out why he wants to be Escondido’s next Mayor, learn the main issues he wants to address if elected, and how his past shaped the man he became.
Listen as JR speaks with one of our area leaders in education, Dr. Luis Rankins-Ibarra. As Superintendent for Escondido Union School District, learn how he creatively navigated the pandemic & distance learning, what he thinks is the scariest animal, and who led him to a career in education.
Listen as JR speaks with one of our area leaders in education, Dr. Luis Rankins-Ibarra. As Superintendent for Escondido Union School District, learn how he creatively navigated the pandemic & distance learning, what he thinks is the scariest animal, and who led him to a career in education.
JR welcomes one of the premier woodworkers in the Inland North County area, Brian Murphy, founder of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. Listen and learn about his affinity for the Arts & Crafts design, what his favorite thing to make is, and his connection to President Jimmy Carter.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
JR welcomes one of the premier woodworkers in the Inland North County area, Brian Murphy, founder of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. Listen and learn about his affinity for the Arts & Crafts design, what his favorite thing to make is, and his connection to President Jimmy Carter.
Don’t miss another great episode of The Wonderland Podcast!
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