Quick 5 with the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce

On this episode of Quick 5, Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer and co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Justin Dougherty of Amare Real Estate to talk about buying and selling here in Morgan Hill! We learned how the process starts, what kinds of things you need to be thinking about once that happens, and why he chose Morgan Hill as the community he wanted to help find homes. Listen now to learn more about who Justin is and how he can help you find your dream home!

Justin Dougherty - Realtor at Amare Real Estate

CA DRE #02167109

Phone Number: (408) 515-9913

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Francesca and Ricky Delisle, the creators and founders of the new community networking app, MySyde! The purpose of the app is to connect small business owners and service providers with the community they serve and on this episode we find out how the app fulfills that. We hear about the build process; about lessons learned when getting started; about the user experience for small businesses and local users; and of course how you can get started using MySyde!! Listen now to hear all about it and click the link below to download MySyde today!!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Margaret Graham, current president of Kiwanis Morgan Hill! Listen now to hear about the Kiwanis mission to "serve the children of the world" and the ways in which they do that every day in this community. Hear about their scholarship work, their mentorship programs, and all the work they do to put on the Holiday Lights Christmas parade every year! You'll also hear what to expect from this years Cioppino Feed! This beloved annual fundraising event, with food by Phil's Fish Market, is happening October 14th and tickets are on sale now! This is a cant miss event that helps support all of the wonderful work this nonprofit does so grab your tickets now at the link below! and listen now, wherever you stream, to hear about all the good you'll be supporting.

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Tim and Tammy Hurlihy, Founders, owners, and operators of Creative Manufacturing Solutions here in Morgan Hill! We learn all about the origins of the business; some of the lessons learned in the beginning years of launching the business they built together; and how now, after 17 years in business, Tim and Tammy make an effort to pay it forward through their work with local high schools and CTE programs. You can hear it all by clicking the links below and listening now! Or visit the Creative Manufacturing Solutions website to learn more about this local company!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Jen Carrubba & Paula Rasmussen, Co-founders and owners of The Morgan Hill Yoga Collective! We learn first hand from each of them what inspired them to start this business together; the ways in which the have built a community of people through yoga; and the health benefits of things like hot yoga! Learn all about the beautiful, open, and welcoming space that is The Morgan Hill Yoga Collective by listening now! Or sign up for a class today and check it out for yourself!

Morgan Hill Yoga Collective will be hosting two days of free "Yoga for Maui". Donations will be accepted and all will go directly to the victims of the fire.

• September 9th at 9:30 AM
• September 10th at 10:30 AM

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Brittney Sherman, the Economic Development Coordinator for The City of Morgan Hill. She talks us through the inspiration and motivation behind the city's Fourth Saturday's Downtown Street Series as well as what we can expect from each event. The city will be holding these downtown activations on the fourth Saturdays of August, September, and October beginning this weekend with Doggy Days of Summer!! Listen now to hear all about it and the next two events happening in our beautiful downtown!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Alicia, Allyssa, and Paola of Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services. On this episode we learn all about the incredible ways Jacob's Heart serves both the children facing a diagnosis and the family that will be facing it along side them. At Jacob's Heart it is important that the children and families going through this feel supported and cared for and like they can continue to enjoy life as they fight this incredibly hard battle. Learn all about Jacob's Heart as well as the numerous ways you can help support them by listening now!

Jacobs Heart

567 Auto Center Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Amir Ahmadzadeh mortgage broker for and owner of Global Mortgage! On this episode you'll hear what makes going to Amir different than going to a bank or a lender; the types of loans he's able to secure you through his partnerships; and what he can do to turn the "no" you got for that loan into a "yes"!

Global Mortgage

17760 Monterey Road, Suite C, Morgan Hill CA

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Nicholas Begane, regional sales manager for Westmont of Morgan Hill! Westmont Morgan Hill is resort style senior living designed to foster a sense of belonging, independence, and overall well-being. Nicholas talks us through the different lifestyle options, the incredible list of amenities, and the built in community that comes with being a resident! Listen now to see if Westmont of Morgan Hill would be a good fit for you or your loved ones and to hear about August deals and upcoming events available to prospective residents!

Westmont will be hosting an informational BBQ / pool part at The Jackson Oaks Clubhouse Association on August 10th from 4PM - 7PM. Please RSVP by August 4th if planning to attend. 

Westmont of Morgan Hill

1060 Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Avi Gingold, an independent associate for LegalShield! Avi tells us all about how he got started with LegalShield and about all of the incredible and affordable legal and identity protection services available through them! Whether you are an individual or a small business LegalShield is there for you, 24/7, 365. Listen now to hear how you could be getting invaluable legal and business advisement for one low monthly cost! AND if you're a chamber member than reach out to Avi and see how he can help you get a member to member deal!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Roger Knopf, the president of The Morgan Hill Historical Society! We hear all about the various ways the Historical Society works to preserve the history and culture of our beloved city! We learn about the Villa Mira Monte, home to The Hiram Morgan Hill House and the Museum located on it's grounds, as well as the various programs and events they host every year! Listen now to hear about all their great work and visit the grounds or go to an event to see Morgan Hill's history and culture come to life!

www.morganhillhistoricalsociety.org

17860 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill

Museum Hours: Saturday 10AM - 1PM

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Edgar Gonzalez and Steve Soriano, owners and operators of All One Solar Shine. All One Solar Shine can help you keep your buildings clean and your energy bills down by cleaning solar panels, windows, and gutters and doing it the right way. Listen now to hear how they do what they do. Learn about their methods for bird proofing your solar panels to help prevent damage as well as common unknowns for home and business owners, and hear a special offer for listeners of the podcast! You won't believe the difference All One Solar Shine can make in the look of your store front or the efficiency of your solar panels. Listen now to hear all about it and call today to book your cleaning!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down to talk with Jayson Stebbins, Branch Manager of Guild Mortgage Morgan Hill! Guild Mortgage recently celebrated it's 15 year anniversary here in Morgan Hill and it's easy to see why they have become such a legacy business in our community. Listen now and hear Jayson tell us all about the incredible services available through Guild as well as all of the wonderful work Guild does to give back to a community that has supported them for the past 15 years. Guild Mortgage is one of the top independent mortgage lenders in the nation and our local branch, made up of a team of community partners, advocates, and leaders, can't wait to help you get the financing you need to move in to your dream home.

Guild Mortgage Morgan Hill

155 East Main Ave, #170 Morgan Hill California

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Heather Geddes, the Head Librarian of the Morgan Hill Library! We of course hear about the thousands of books available to readers of all ages but we also discuss the incredible amount of services, resources, and programs available to you through our local branch of the Library. Want to learn a second language? A new skill that will help you get ahead in your career? Maybe you want to go back and watch all of the old classic films you've never seen before. Or read the latest New Yorker article without having to get a subscription. Listen now and hear how you can do all this and so much more just by having a library card!

660 West Main Ave.Morgan Hill, CA 95037 | (408) 779-3196

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the president and chief engineer of MG Constructors and Engineers, Mark Garrison! We learn why Morgan Hill was the perfect place for them; talk shop and learn about some of the processes they go through when working on projects; and we hear about some of the beautiful buildings around town that exist because of MG Constructors and Engineers! Listen now to find out why MG Constructors and Engineers are the “go-to” experts for challenging structural, foundation, and drainage issues.

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the president of Rotary of Morgan Hill, Chris Foster! We learn all about the amazing work Rotary does to help both our local and global communities; how to become a Rotarian; and their upcoming and can't miss Dazzle event! Click below to get your tickets today!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer Kylie McLaughlin sat down to talk about the upcoming Health and Wellness Fair with two of the people on the team of people putting it on, Harpreet Vittal and Anna Bielecki! The City of Morgan Hill’s senior advisory committee, in colaboration with several other community groups, will be hosting the 2023 Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday May 6th from 10 AM - 1PM at the Community and Culture Center located at 17000 Monterey Rd. There will be over 50 booths there with information about health and wellness for all ages! Come on out and get a chance to talk to health care professionals, get information on senior services and mental health practices for teens. This fair is a wealth of resources all in one place, there is sure to be something of worth for everyone in your family and in this community. Along with the resource booths there will be workshops, food venders, and entertainment so you won’t want to miss it! Come on out! Saturday May 6th from 10AM - 1PM!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and podcast producer / co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the founder and president of Alma Bonita Animal Rescue Sheila Murphy! Sheila started the rescue in 2017 with a few goats and has since grown it to the rescue it is today, home to over 50 animals who now live in a place where they can get the love and care they need. We talk to Sheila about how she got started, what drives her, how the animals come to call Alma Bonita home, and what we can look forward to seeing from the rescue as time goes on!

Alma Bonita Grand Re-opening: April 29th 11AM - 3PM

5970 Little Uvas Road, Morgan Hill CA 95037

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and Quick 5 co-host Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the senior class of Mount Madonna School who had just returned from their class Learning Journey to India! In part one of our series on Learning Journey's we heard from student Sandy Astone and teacher Shannon Kelly about how the class was preparing for their trip. In this follow up episode we hear from the entire group of seniors who embarked on this incredible trip as they recount memories made and lessons learned.

On this episode of Quick 5 we sat down with Chef Manny Vasquez and Gabby Crescini of Cochi's Kitchen and Chef Tommy Palmer of Palmerino's, who are coming together to embark on a new food venture, Local on Main! We got all the details about how they came together, what to expect from the new restaurant, and the role each of the chef's will be playing. Morgan Hill will be getting their first look at Local on Main during the Downtown Associations Wine Stroll so if you don't have your tickets yet grab them now! We can't wait to see what Chef's Manny and Tommy will be serving up! Listen to this episode of Quick 5 now to get an idea of what to expect and keep and eye on all of the Local on Main socials for up to date information on when you'll be able to get a taste!

Follow Local on Main!

On this episode of Quick 5 we sat down with Mattie Scariot, the Director of the Poppy Jasper International Film Festival! This years Poppy Jasper International Film Festival is taking place on April 12th - 19th and is showing films in Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Hollister, and San Juan Bautista.  We hear from Mattie all about the amazing film workshops they offer to people of all ages; the different types of films premiering at the festival this year; and what you can expect from this week of international film fun! Listen now and make sure you grab your passes to The 2023 Poppy Jasper International Film Festival at the link below! It's going to be a great event highlighting filmmakers from near and far.

On this episode of Quick 5 we sat down with Robert Lipscomb, President of The Morgan Hill Community Foundation. Once a year the Community Foundation hosts The Santa Clara Valley Wine Auction to showcase some of the amazing food and wine our community has to offer and to raise some money to help fund all of the amazing work done by the Community Foundation and the non-profits it helps support. We get some insight into what to expect at the event and how the money raised will be used to help our community. Listen now to hear all about it and click below to purchase tickets for this years Santa Clara Valley Wine Auction on March 25th at Guglielmo Winery!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and Podcast Producer Kylie McLaughlin sat down with President of AAUW Morgan Hill, Suman Ganapathy! We discuss the AAUW mission, all of the work they do for our community through scholarships and community grants, and of course their upcoming Wildflower Run! The 40th annual Wildflower Run is taking place at Live Oak High School on March 26th. 100% of the funds raised by this event go right back into the community through AAUW's constant advocacy and many scholarships and programs. Click the link below to register for the Wildflower run and listen to this episode to hear about some of the amazing things this event helps fund.

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich and Quick 5 producer Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Mount Madonna's upper school Director Shannon Kelly and senior at Mount Madonna Sandy Astone to talk about their 12th grade Learning Journey to India! We hear about some of the things they'll be doing on the trip; the ways the have prepared, from the perspective of both an educator and a student; and what they are hoping to take away from the experience. We will be having them back on the podcast when they return to hear all about their trip!

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down with Executive Director of Informed Choices, Laura Geffre. We discuss some of the available pregnancy services offered to women at Informed Choices, the educational workshops and baby supplies they provide for those in need, and the reasons that their mission is so important to Laura and the whole staff at Informed Choices. Listen now to learn about the ways they are servicing mothers and families in our area. 

Informed Choices
66 First Street, Suite A, Gilroy CA 

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sat down with Bobby Saadieh, sales manager at the Morgan Hill branch of loanDepot! They discuss the services loanDepot has to offer for first time home buyers as well as those looking to refinance and how the team at loanDepot strives everyday to help people in purchasing a home in this community we all love. The people at loanDepot are first time homebuyer specialists who have been ranked top 1% in the nation so if you're looking for loan assistance listen now and hear how loanDepot can help you on your way to owning your dream home!

loanDepot  (NMLS: 2369054)
17000 Depot St. Ste 170, Morgan Hill CA

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sat down with Mark Turner, the newly appointed Mayor of Morgan Hill, and asked him to think towards the future by playing out a scenario.. it's mid April and Mayor Turner is being asked to reflect on the accomplishments of his first 100 days in office. What is he hoping he'll be able to say? Mayor Turner speaks towards his hopes for working with the city council and city team; on developing more accessible avenues of communication between himself and the community; and about his hopes for building stronger relationships with local groups and organizations as well as those in surrounding cities and at the state level. Listen now to hear Mayor Mark Turner talk about some of his hopes and plans for his first 100 days in office!

On this episode of Quick 5, Morgan Hill Chamber CEO, Nick Gaich, talked with Allen Swift, owner and operator of Epic Auto Repair! Allen and his family bought the auto shop conveniently located in the heart of Morgan Hill on Monterey Road on June 1st, 2022 and opened the doors of Epic Auto Repair! Though they are new to Morgan Hill they have deep roots & long standing costumer relationships throughout the bay area. Whether you need, an oil change, new tires, or a complete rebuild on a beloved old car, the team at Epic Auto can get it done. Listen Now and hear us discuss Allen's history, some of the services offered at Epic Auto Repair and the importance of maintaining the health of your vehicle!

*this episode was re-uploaded due to issues in sound quality. Originally uploaded Dec. 14th.*

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sat down with Susan Hines, executive director of the South Valley Science and Engineering Initiative. After telling us about how she got started with the fair she walked us through some of the do's and don'ts when submitting a project; the available resources for students; and recounted a few of her favorite projects from years passed! SVSEI is an educational staple here in Morgan Hill and it holds a lasting legacy for those students who participate. Listen now to learn more about this wonderful organization and how you or your child can get involved!

Registration for the fair is open through December 15th and the Fair itself will be taking place on February 9th at Live Oak High School.

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down to talk shop with Raina Munson, owner and operator of The Secret Door. The Secret Door has two locations, a retail space providing a high vibration shopping experience where you can find beautiful crystals and crystal products, and a wellness center where you can sign up for Reiki sessions, Chromotherapy sessions, Guided Meditation, and more! Listen now to learn more about these practices and the benefits of having crystals in your space and in your life. 

The Secret Door is open for Black Friday so now is the perfect time to check them out and snag some deals!

LOCATIONS:

Crystal Shop: 13 W 2nd St, Morgan Hill

Gallery & Wellness Center: 17015 Walnut Grove Dr. Suite 103, Morgan Hill

HOURS

Monday: Closed

Tuesday - Thursday, Saturday & Sunday: 11AM - 5PM

Friday: 12PM - 7PM

STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE SECRET DOOR:

In this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down with Michael Jochner from Ann Sobrato High School to talk about the incredible work they are doing with their Freight Farm! We discuss hydroponic farming and the ways they are utilizing it as an educational tool in their FFA program as well as where the produce goes once it's grown! They are doing spectacular work and helping to get nutritional school lunches to all the students in the district. Check out the links below for ways to keep up with their great work as well as ways to donate to Sobrato FFA and keep the work going! You can also check out additional articles highlighting the farm. Be sure to follow them on social media to keep up to date on everything they're doing!

Resources:

On this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down with Head of Mount Madonna School, Ann Goewert, to discuss Mount Madonna's teaching philosophy and curriculum and what has their students loving their learning experience. We also go over the admissions process for someone thinking about enrolling their child at Mount Madonna. Check out the links below and give this episode a listen to see if Mount Madonna School is the right choice for your family. 

There are two upcoming events for interested parents:

This episode of Quick 5 is going to sound a little bit different and will be less “quick” than our typical episode. This is a recording of the 2022 Candidate Forum co-hosted by The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce and Kiwanis Morgan Hill and we would like to thank both organizations for their efforts organizing this event. This forum was recorded in an open space with a live audience so you will hear background noises. The Candidates who took part in the forum are those up for election as Mayor of Morgan Hill: Larry Carr, Rich Constintine, and Mark Turner; as well as those running for city council in District B, Yvonne Martinez Beltran (running against Bryan Sutherland, not in attendance) and District D, Marilyn Librers and John McKay. 

Be sure to cast your ballot on November 8th to make your voice heard!

On this episode on Quick 5, Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down to talk Medicare with Cheir Brown, a specialist who's home base is Morgan Hill but who services the grater Bay Area and Northern California. We discuss Cheri's background, some of the common medicare misconceptions, and the ways in which having a specialist like Cheri by your side makes the medicare process much more painless. 

Don't forget! December 7th is the last day of annual enrollment so call Cheri today for a no-cost annual Medicare review!

Cheri Brown, Licensed Insurance Agent, California License #0G34788
(408) 476-0034 | medicarecheri@gmail.com

In this episode of Quick 5 the Morgan Hill Chamber's CEO, Nick Gaich, sits down with founder of Operation Freedom Paws, Mary Cortani, to discuss some of the amazing work the non-profit is doing for veteran's and people with disabilities who may need the aid of a service dog. 

In this episode of Quick 5 Morgan Hill Chamber CEO Nick Gaich talks to Marty Cheek, co-owner and publisher of Life Media Group and author of Vision 2020 about his book and his goal of bringing together our community in working towards a war-free world. 

In this episode of Quick 5 Chamber CEO Nick Gaich sits down with Valley Water's Director of District 1 and 2022 Board Chair pro tem, John Varela to talk water usage mandates and local projects happening here in Morgan Hill.

Contact Valley Water:
Valleywater.org | (408) 265-2600 | access.valleywater.org

Mailing Address
Santa Clara Valley Water District
5750 Almeden Expressway
San Jose CA 95118-3686

Local Project Updates:

To wrap up our 3-part series on dementia and brain health, the Susan and Charles Berghoff Foundation invited special guests Debbie Vasquez from the City of Morgan Hill, and Peggy Martin, co-founder of Family Wealth Consultants Inc and Board Member of the Berghoff Foundation. Debbie and Peggy will talk with our host Nick Gaich about the unique challenges of dementia caregiving and where to find caregiving resources right here in our community, our county, and at our fingertips online.

In part 2 of our 3-part series on dementia and brain health, we're back with Chuck Berghoff and Robin Shepherd from the Susan and Charles Berghoff Foundation. In this episode, Chuck and Robin talk about the miracle of the brain, the challenges of Lewy body dementia (second leading progressive dementia), and ways to improve brain health that can reduce risk of dementia.

We're kicking off a 3-part series on dementia and brain health with Chuck Berghoff and Robin Shepherd, co-founders of the Susan and Charles Berghoff Foundation. In this series, Chuck, Robin and other guests will help listeners better understand dementia, its growing impact on our community, and how we can work together for a dementia-free world.

In this episode of Quick 5 Chamber president and CEO Nick Gaich speaks with owner of D.R. Domenichini Construction, Dave Domenichini!

D.R. Domenichini Construction is located at 17165 Depot Street, Morgan Hill CA but serves all of Santa Clara County.

CA LIC #838530​

Web: drdcon.com

​Phone: (408) 877-6738