Music is critical in our lives and culture... (August Newsletter)
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“Music is critical in our lives and culture. It’s the inspiration that drives us. It’s also the window to our souls. It’s a reflection as to who we are, what we stand for and where we’re going.”
- Bill Walton
Never more apparent than last week when Taylor Guitar’s CEO Andy Powers shared his vision for Taylor, its amazing technology and playability and Taylor's profound sense of sustainability at our SDSI Board of Director’s Q3 Meeting. He touched on trans-border manufacturing, ebony forests in Cameroon, domestic sustainable wood cultivation, employee motivation. Fantastic. Andy is a lot of things, but he is definitely a “local boy” whose interests include family, guitar making, classic hot rods, horticulture, surfing and skating, and loving the North County lifestyle. In essence, minus his musical gift, he is like all of us in a way. We are such a tapestry of sun, coast, desert mountains, nutrition, active and sustainable living. Gotta Love San Diego, and please count your blessings right now!
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Latest VFTB Podcast Episode - David Newman, RX Smart Gear
In the latest episode of the View from the Bus podcast, Bob chats with David Newman, Founder and CEO of RX Smart Gear. David’s entrepreneurial journey began when a friend dragged him to a CrossFit gym, where he quickly got hooked. Noticing the need for better jump ropes tailored to athletes, he launched RX Smart Gear—starting with custom ropes and growing into a full line of innovative fitness equipment. Hear David’s inspiring story in the full episode here! The Views from the Bus podcast is sponsored by Procopio Law! Procopio is a full legal service with expertise in helping out entrepreneurs and SAL startups!
RSVP for SDSI Happy Hour, Sept 12th
Mix with top business leaders and talent in the SAL space at our Q3 Happy Hour on 9/12, 5pm at SDSI HQ. Enjoy delicious tacos, cold drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for building connections. This is your chance to connect with the innovators and executives shaping the Sports, Active & Health Living Industry. Bring a business leader interested in learning more about SDSI—everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this chance to engage with the SDSI community, be part of the conversation, and build valuable relationships. RSVP HERE!
Check Out Our Most Recent Events
Check out our latest SDSI social posts to see highlights from past events and get a taste of what we’re all about! If you’re interested in attending future gatherings and joining our active community, contact the SDSI team for more details here. We’d love to have you join us at our next event and follow our social channels (Instagram) (LinkedIn)
SDSI Disconnect to Reconnect - Sept 12th
We know leading a business can, at times, be taxing on your mental wellness, which is why we offer the Disconnect to Reconnect virtual quarterly sessions. These sessions are designed for business leaders to help them unplug from the outside world and reconnect with their personal power through breathwork, meditation, and journaling. Led by Nora Virginia, the session will be held on Thursday, September 12th from 8:30-9:00am. Please RSVP here to save your spot.
