Hafa Adai
It has been quite a busy month with several community events related to the liberation of Guam ceremonies plus several activities here at the Chamber that have filled our calendars. I would like to thank you for your feedback and support of the various offerings that we have planned with you in mind.
On Friday, July 29th, we held our first ever Chamber Health Fair and it was a success! Special thanks to our twelve health and wellness vendors and our very own members for braving the weather to participate and learn more about mind and body wellness.
The Guam Young Professionals (GYP) held its first of two virtual senatorial forums this week featuring Republican candidates running for the 38th Guam Legislature. It was good to hear from the candidates regarding their positions on issues important to the GYP and the business community at large. We'd like to send our special thanks to all candidates that participated in the July 28th forum. We look forward to next Thursday's event that will feature Democrat candidates. Be sure to register to view the live event. If you missed this week's forum, you can view the recording here or scroll down to learn more.
Your Chamber's Armed Forces Committee in cooperation with Joint Region Marianas has planned a workshop to help you understand how to do business with MWR. The event is scheduled for Friday, August 12th. Seats are limited so we encourage you to register today. Scroll down for registration details.
I just came back from joining the AmChams of Asia Pacific at their annual Washington DC Doorknock. The group's interest in meeting with members of the Biden Administration and with representatives from both the House and Senate was to promote efforts to restore U.S. economic leadership and advance shared prosperity and technological innovation in the Asia-Pacific Region. There is uncertainty in the strength and viability of the Administration's Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). Although the IPEF is seen as positive, there is skepticism of its effectiveness without traditional trade agreements, which locks in tariff reductions and trade terms.
The Guam Chamber is excited to host Ambassador Yuri Kim at our office next Wednesday, August 3rd. We'd love to have you join us in welcoming Ambassador Kim back home to Guam and learn more about her experience as a diplomat for the Department of State and her latest post as the U.S. Ambassador to Albania. Attendance is free however space is limited. We are asking that if you are interested in meeting Ambassador Kim to please register to attend.
There is much more work for us as a Chamber and a community as we remain focused on keeping the economy afloat in these challenging times. We also look forward to continued engagement with you and our fellow members as we navigate what will continue to be choppy waters ahead. If you missed Joe Arnett's talk at this month's general membership meeting about how businesses can stay resilient in these times of high inflation, you may want to give it a listen.
I hope that you are enjoying the last bits of summer with your family and friends and that you have reconnected with a favorite summer past time that brings you joy! I look forward to seeing you at a Chamber event very soon. Until then, enjoy the last few days of summer!
Onward together,
Catherine Castro
President
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Save The Dates!
August 3
Meet & Greet with Ambassador Yuri Kim
August 4
"YOU DECIDE" Legislative Forum (Democrat)
August 12
How To Do Business with MWR
August 20
GYP Clean-Up
August 25
CBWN
Reshaping Your Career Professional Development Event
August 31
General Membership Meeting
September 24
98th Anniversary Gala Celebration, Hyatt Regency Guam
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Join Us In Welcoming Our New Chamber Members!
Let's show them some love and welcome them to the membership!
#Members Supporting Members
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HCG Corporation dba: Health City
(671) 787-9687
sales@healthcitynutrition.com
Joel Tudela, President
Domer Gabriel, Vice President
Associate Member:
American Cancer Society
Edward Lee
Development Manager
Marish Artero
Cancer Support Strategic Partnerships Manager
Elena Santiago
Development Coordinator
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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Meet and Greet with
Ambassador Yuri Kim
Chamber Office: 10:00am - 11:30am
NO FEE, RSVP TODAY!
Your Guam Chamber is hosting a Meet & Greet with Ambassador Yuri Kim at the Chamber Office on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This is a great opportunity to meet with a daughter of Guam who now serves the United States in the capacity of U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Albania. In her career as a diplomat she has worked on key foreign policy and national security challenges across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Please join us in welcoming Ambassador Kim home to Guam. Light refreshments will be served.
There is No Admission Fee however space is limited. Please RSVP in the link below.
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"YOU DECIDE" Democratic Legislative Forum
Thursday, August 4, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
GoToWebinar
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The forum will provide an opportunity for all candidates to address the Guam Young Professionals and members of the Guam Chamber of Commerce. Be informed and be knowledgeable about the issues and positions of candidates when voting at the polls. |
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We would like to thank the republican candidates for joining us on Thursday, July 28th for our forum. Members and guests were able to listen in to hear their platforms and share answers on key questions from the young professionals. Those who weren't able to join us may watch the recording of the event. |
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"How to do Business with MWR" Presentation
Thursday, August 12, 2022
8:30 - 10:00 am • $10.00 Admission Fee
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In partnership with the Armed Forces Committee and Joint Region Marianas, members are invited to participate in this informative presentation to learn more about your company doing business with the MWR.
Members who wish to attend this event, are asked to RSVP by Wednesday, August 10th. Seating is limited and reservations are highly encouraged.
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GYP Roadside Clean-Up
Saturday, August 20, 2022
8:00 - 9:00 am
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GYP members are invited to join us to clean up our adopted roadway - Aspinall Avenue and the Sirena Park. Na'la Bonita Guam - on Saturday, August 20th.
We will provide gloves and trash bags. We just need your help!
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Chamber Business Women's Network
Professional Development Event
Thursday, August 25, 2022
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Your Chamber Business Women's Network is hosting a "Reshaping your Career" professional development event held at the Chamber Office on Thursday, August 25, 2022 from 9:00 - 11:00am.
Seating for this event is limited and we encourage your to send in your reservations for this exciting event.
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Member2Member Benefits Program
Download the app to get updates on member deals, or click the graphic to register. Learn more about the program by visiting our website or talking with our Chamber Team: (671) 472-6311
Join these great companies that are offering special deals just for Guam Chamber Members!
Member2Member Benefits card are ready for pick-up at the Chamber Office from
Monday - Friday,
8:00am -12:00pm - 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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Atkins Kroll, Inc
Docomo Pacific
Guam Baby Company
Guam Copier
Hertz Dollar Car Rental
Hilton Guam Resort & Spa
Hotel Nikko Guam
Infusion Coffee & Tea
Island Skin Spa
KFC
Market Research & Development, Inc
MCB, Inc GU
Outback Steakhouse
Pacific Island Club
Paradise Auto Spa
Promotion Specialties
Royal Bics
South Pacific Petroleum Corporation
Triple J Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center
Triple J Tire Center
Vital Energy, Inc
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Save The Date!
98th Anniversary Gala Celebration
September 24, 2022
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Your Chamber is looking forward to celebrating our 98th Anniversary with you on Saturday, September 24th! We'll be celebrating our members that are commemorating their own milestone anniversary, too! Dust off those party outfits and pencil us in for a night of good people and milestone celebrations!
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General Membership Recap! |
Did you our General Membership Meeting held on Wednesday, July 27th? You missed a good one! Not only did we have some great pre-meeting discussions, we had the pleasure of hearing from Mr. Joe Arnett, Senior Advisor of Deloitte and Touche LLP, who spoke about inflation and what some potential solutions are for businesses to improve economic resilience in these challenging times. Thank you, Joe, for speaking to the membership on this important topic! If you are interested in viewing a recording of the meeting click here.
The Hilton Guam Resort & Spa provided Håagan Daz ice cream cups for our attending members to commemorate National Ice Cream month! How cool was that? Thank you, Hilton! We would also like to thank Vice Chairman Christopher Duenas for stepping in to Chair the meeting in Chairman Ed Untalan's absence! We look forward to seeing you at next month's meeting!
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Vice Chairman Christopher Duenas and guest speaker, Mr. Joe Arnett at the July 27th GM Meeting |
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Chamber Health Fair Success! |
Thank You Chamber Members for attending our Health Fair on Friday, July 29, 2022 at the Chamber office. Inclement weather did not hamper the great spirits and foot traffic that made it through our event.
Special thanks to all participating vendors who made the fair that much more engaging and fun!
- American Red Cross
- Calvo's SelectCare
- Guam Behavioral Health & Wellness Center
- Health City
- International Health Providers
- Island Skin Spa
- Pacific Froots
- Pacific Life Chiropractic
- Paradise Fitness
- Payless Supermarkets
- STEEL Athletics
- Unified Guam
We look forward to next year's event!
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JDC Life Skills Program
Thank you, Bank of Guam!
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We would like to thank Michelle Bengco, Harold Field and the Bank of Guam for hosting this month's JDC Life Skills event on Friday, July 29th.
Members who would like to host our next event or learn more about the program, may contact Rebekah at the Chamber Office.
#DrugCourtsWork
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 12
2022 - 2023 Dave J. Santos Scholarship
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We are excited to bring back this great scholarship opportunity for Juniors and Seniors enrolled at the University of Guam!
The Chamber established this program in honor of the late Dave J. Santos, past Chamber Board Chairman and Guam's 1993 Small Business Person of the Year. A strong advocate of local entrepreneurship, it was Dave's vision to start a scholarship fund to assist business students enrolled in the University of Guam's School of Business and Public Administration.
The scholarship is open to full-time Juniors or Seniors enrolled at the UOG School of Business & Public Administration. Students with a genuine interest in promoting entrepreneurship are invited to apply. Call or click the links for more information.
View former interns testimonies of their internship with the Guam Chamber here!
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
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Chamber group health plan:
DID YOU KNOW?
With the Chamber’s Health Savings Account, you can open up a Health Savings Account with your financial institution and contribute tax-free up the annual limits as prescribed by the IRS. Use these funds for qualified medical expenses from meeting your deductible to over-the-counter medications and supplies.
Ask SelectCare about our group Health Insurance Plan!
Call (671) 472-6311 for details.
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Upgraded Online Health Risk Assignment |
Our Health Risk Assessment, powered by Wellsource, is an essential tool that identifies existing and future risk factors based on an individual's lifestyles habits.
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Invitation to Attend GCA Safety Conference
August 25 - 26, 2022
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The Guam Contractors Association is hosting its annal safety conference at Dust Beach Resort Guam on August 25 - 26 from 8:00am - 5:00pm. Registration time 7:30am - 8:00am. Registration fee will be $75 per person or to attend both days will be $100 per person. Lunch will be provided on each day. For more information, please call (671) 647-4840/41.
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Just for you there will be a rebroadcast of the Lina'la-ta Specials!
Saturday, July 30th & Sunday, July 31st
- 3:00 p.m., Lina'la-ta Episode 1 on TV8
- 7:00 p.m., Lina'la-ta Episode 2 on TV11
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