Quick 5 with the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce

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Quick 5 is a podcast aimed at highlighting businesses and non-profits in Morgan Hill as well as topics that affect our business community. Each episode will feature a member of the Morgan Hill business community, in conversation with Co-Hosts, CEO / President of The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce Nick Gaich, and The Chamber's Director of Media and Podcast Producer, Kylie McLaughlin. The guests, each an expert in their business, answer 5 questions and we learn more about the people behind the businesses that make Morgan Hill the greatest city in the Bay Area!

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August 19, 2026Episode 1332 min

Quick 5: ThinkScaleX

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Ashok Krishnamoorthy, Co-Founder and Partner of ThinkScaleX along with Rajesh Venkatachalam and Andrew Srinarayan who are both Advisors for ThinkScaleX. ThinkScaleX is a boutique advisory and strategy consulting firm founded and led by entrepreneurs and executives who have built companies themselves. Throughout our conversation Ashok, Rajesh, and Andrew showcased the expertise they bring to the table and how they can help you use AI to the benefit of your business. They also gave us a sneak peak into what we will be discussing in part one of our 3 part webinar series with their team where you will learn to do just that: put AI to work for your business. You can register in advance at this link: https://business.morganhillchamber.org/events/details/biz-dev-part-one-ai-for-business-the-basics-and-a-few-starting-tips-44231 For Sessions 2&3 ThinkScaleX wants to hear from you, the business owners, to learn what you’d like to gain from these sessions and where you’re struggling most with implementing AI into your life. Click the link, answer the short survey, and help shape our conversation! http://jaimidevtesti.chambermaster.com/form/view/40267 visit www.thinkscalex.com to learn more about this company!

July 9, 2026Episode 1222 min

Quick 5: El Toro Tours & The Morgan Hill Wine Trolley

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the founders and co-owners of El Toro Tours and The Morgan Hill Wine Trolley, Christina Perez and Heather Gallegos! We first talked with them nearly two years ago when they first launched their business but now they're back to talk all about the ways they've grown since then! We talk about the addition of their second trolley, their expansion of event options and private booking opportunities, and here about their plans for the future! Listen now to hear how The Morgan Hill Wine Trolley (The Chamber's 2026 Small Business of the Year) is bringing joy and discovery to the people of the South Bay area and beyond! Check out links to their upcoming events below and be sure to follow them at @mhwinetrolley everywhere! www.mhwinetrolley.com | www.eltorotours.com July 17: Totally Awesome 90s Trolley Night August 14th: Ritmo & Vino: Latin Music Night August 28th: Mrs Roper Romp on the Trolley August 28th: Meet Me in Morgan Hill (Exclusive scouting tour for EAs and corporate event planners) @mhwinetrolley

June 25, 2026Episode 1126 min

Quick 5: Hiram and Diana

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with the founder and owner of Hiram & Diana, Elizabeth Ryley! Hiram & Diana is a beautiful boutique located in the heart of downtown Morgan Hill. They carry an array of thoughtfully curated home goods and gifts that you won't find anywhere else in town. We talk through the inspiration behind the shop and it's locally inspired name, the unique products they carry, and the process they go through for sourcing their incredible inventory! Listen to learn more about this local small business and stop in to meet the team and see the shop for yourself! Drop in on June 27th at 5pm to help Hiram & Diana celebrate their One Year Anniversary with bubbly cocktails and small bites! 17270 Monterey Rd, Suite 100 ⁠@hiram.and.diana⁠

June 12, 2026Episode 1054 min

Quick 5: A Conversation for Women Veterans Day

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Mellea McLaughlin, Chairperson for the Santa Clara County Veterans Commission, and Mary Cortani, CEO and Founder of Operation Freedom Paws. Both Mellea and Mary are Veterans who now spend their time working to help and advocate for their fellow veterans. We talked with them about Women Veterans Day, celebrated every year on June 12th, and about the experience of being a woman in the service. They take us through their experience in the military and share some of the positive things it added to their lives as well as some of the struggles that many women face while serving and once they become veterans. We also learn about what they do now in their capacities as veterans commissioner and CEO of a company helping veterans everyday. Listen to learn more about how representation and recognition of women veterans makes all the difference for access to services and programs. Veterans Benefit Days happen the 1st friday and 3 Tuesday of every month at The Gilroy Veterans Hall and if you are a Woman Veteran come meet fellow women veterans at Bunco Night on June 26th! vets.santaclaracounty.gov/home www.operationfreedompaws.org/

June 9, 2026Episode 929 min

Quick 5: Launch Labs Golf

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Daniel Kang and David Gonzalez, Co-founders and owners of Launch Labs Golf! Launch Labs Golf is a brand new golf simulation facility that's already making a splash here in Morgan Hill! We talked with David & Daniel all about how they got started and heard about some of the early conversations that would shape what Launch Labs Golf is today! We then explored how they took those conversations and made them a reality, how the business functions today, and what they have coming in the future! Listen to get an idea of what Launch Labs has to offer and visit their website today to sign up for a tee time, membership, or summer camp! Whether your playing alone, with friends, or under the guidance of one of their golf coaches you're sure to have a great time! Visit www.launchlabsgolf.com to learn more! 775 Cochrane Rd, Suite 160 in Morgan Hill

May 29, 2026Episode 829 min

Quick 5: Oakwood School - Capstone Project Wrap-Up

Oakwood School is back on Quick 5 for Part 2! On part one of our conversation with Oakwood School we sat down with Dr. Cameron Helvey, Head of School, and Gabby, a current student. We discussed the conception of Oakwood School's Business & Entrepreneurship classes capstone project and how they would be working with local business owners to address real world problems. On this episode we reconnect with Dr. Helvey and Gabby along with her classmates Georgia, Tanner, and Brayden to hear how the project went! We talked though their selection process for narrowing down which business to work with, how they distributed and handled tasks with their teams, and the lessons they learned along the way! Listen to hear how these high school students made real impact for the businesses they worked with while gaining valuable insights into what it looks like to run a small business. Part One of our conversation with Oakwood: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14EjEuWXWMI6WQhCzDTWwL?si=705821c49a87493e School Website: www.oakwoodway.org 105 John Wilson Way, Morgan Hill CA 95037 408.782.7177 | admissions@oakwoodway.org @oakwoodway Participating businesses discussed on this episode! Morgan Hill Orthopedic Sports Therapy: https://www.facebook.com/mohillorthopedicsportstherapy/ MVN Motors Car Rentals: https://mvnnmotors.com/ Ester Tamea Photography

May 21, 2026Episode 720 min

Quick 5: Rebekah's Childrens Services

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down to talk with Serena Misley, Director of Family Linkage at Rebekah Children's Services for the second episode of our two part series with this local non-profit! We talked with Serena about the Foster program at Rebekah Children's Services to learn about the local need as well as the services they provide that address that need. We also learn about the process of pairing foster youth with families and the ways in which Rebekah's offers support to the families they work with. Listen to hear all about this incredible foster care program serving Santa Clara County and if you are interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent please visit www.rcskids.org/all-services/foster-and-adoption/ (408)846-2100 | info@rcskids.org @rcskids

April 28, 2026Episode 647 min

Quick 5: Rebekah Children's Services & Kneaded Culinary Academy

On this episode of Quick 5 co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down to talk with Christophe Rebboah, CEO of Rebekah Children's Services, Mary King, Rebekah's Director of HR & Development, and Chef Carlos Pena, Head Chef & Program Director for Kneaded Culinary Academy! We talked through what brought each of them to where they are today, how both Rebekah's and Kneaded have grown over the years, and the ways in which they serve the youth and families that they work with. We also discuss their upcoming event Pop A Cork! This is their 10th annual Pop a Cork and it's bigger and better than ever! Listen to hear all about the event and the services and programs you're supporting when you buy a ticket. Select a listening platform below to listen and click THIS LINK for Pop a Cork Tickets! https://www.rcskids.org/ https://www.kneaded.com/ Pop a Cork Tickets: https://rcskids.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/10thAnnualPopACork/tabid/1576467/Default.aspx Instagram: @rcskids & @kneaded_bakery_catering 290 I O O F Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020 (408) 846-2100 info@rcskids.org

March 19, 2026Episode 533 min

Quick 5: Life Services Alternatives

On this episode of Quick 5 with The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce, Co-hosts Nick Gaich and Kylie McLaughlin sat down with Hadiyah Fain, vice president of marketing and development at Life Services Alternatives (LSA)! We hear her story and then dive into the ways in which Life Services Alternatives is amplifying the stories of individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). We talk through the problems LSA and the I/DD community face and the services LSA provides that help them through it. We also highlight the programs, podcasts, and events that are making a difference for the people they serve! Listen now to hear about all the great work being done at Live Services Alternatives! www.lsahomes.org | 408.727.3493⁠ 260 W. Hamilton Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 @lsahomes Tickets to Home is Where the Heart is: https://lsahomes.org/events/2026-home-is-where-the-heart-is Listen to Mountain Climbers Podcast: https://lsahomes.org/mountain-climbers-podcast-series Get involved in the Art of Inclusion project: https://lsahomes.org/2026-art-of-inclusion Support LSA: https://lsahomes.org/donate

March 4, 202618 min

Quick 5: Wholesale Payments

On this episode of Quick 5, podcast hosts Nick Gaich & Kylie McLaughlin sat down to talk with chamber member, Wholesale Payments! National Sales Director, Jared Fitzgerald, and Patty Skovron, your local sales representative, walked us through all of the incredible perks they offer that business owners could be taking advantage of. We learned all about their POS systems that can handle so much more than quickly ringing up a costumer, their localized teams that make sure you can access support quickly if ever you need it, and the peace of mind their customers gain from their reliable systems. Listen to learn more about the difference Wholesale Payment can make for your business. www.wholesalepayments.com contact patricia.skovron@wholesalepayments.com for information on signing up!