Recorded live at Sunrose California Eatery in front of a packed house, I sit down with co-owner Marc Hernandez.

It is a candid, funny, and deeply inspiring conversation about the winding path that led him here — from his first job as a 16-year-old delivery driver at Brent’s Deli, to meeting his now-wife and business partner Carie while working there again after college, to navigating the highs, lows, risks, and reinventions that come with building a hospitality vision from scratch.

Marc shares the vulnerable moments that shaped him, the lessons learned along the way, and the heart behind Sunrose’s commitment to warm, unpretentious California dining. Whether you love food, entrepreneurship, or a good origin story, this episode is a reminder that the most meaningful journeys are rarely linear — and always worth it.

Tune in for laughter, honesty, and a behind-the-scenes look at the passion powering one of the Conejo Valley’s favorite restaurants.

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If you want to share your visionary story on the podcast, send an email to conejovalleyvisionaries@gmail.com - we are always open to guest nominations!

This episode was produced by Cristina Dennstedt and Justin K. Sloan. Conejo Valley Visionaries is edited by Justin K. Sloan and ⁠J.Sloan Productions⁠.

Can you imagine opening a brick-and-mortar retail store at the age of 22? Me neither. But that's what today's guest Timmy Heague did.

Timmy is the owner of Arsenal Comics & Games, a beloved comic book and gaming store serving Newbury Park and Ventura. Timmy shares the story of opening his first location at 22, utilizing the early days of social media to build it into a thriving local business, and how he's supported the Conejo Valley community - and vice versa - during challenging local events and personal hardships.

Timmy shares his take on:

• Growing a small business in Ventura County

• Engaging with the local comic and gaming community

• Leadership and business lessons from a successful entrepreneur

• Tips for other small business owners in Southern California

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a comic and gaming enthusiast, or interested in local Conejo Valley businesses, this conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable advice.

In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce our season five listener-nominated guest, Dr. Rachael Cappuccino, the owner of Cappuccino Physical Therapy in Thousand Oaks.

Rachael is a Conejo Valley native who never imagined owning her practice. But after giving birth to her second child, she set out to create her own schedule while supporting women of all ages with their pelvic floor health.

Join us as we explore her impactful work in women's health, her entrepreneurial journey, and the profound influence she's had on the Conejo Valley community.

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If you enjoyed this episode and find value in the podcast, please leave us a five-star review and rating. This helps more folks in the Conejo Valley find the podcast and that allows each story to reach more people.

If you want to share your visionary story on the podcast, send an email to conejovalleyvisionaries@gmail.com - we are always open to guest nominations!

This episode was produced by Cristina Dennstedt and Justin K. Sloan. Conejo Valley Visionaries is edited by Justin K. Sloan and ⁠J.Sloan Productions⁠.