Remembering Jim Adkins
We were extremely sad to hear of Jim Adkins' passing earlier this week. Jim has been a staunch advocate of the Guam Chamber and the Armed Forces Committee, having been one of the founding members of the Committee in 1998. Jim spent several years on the Board and was Chairman of the Board in 2003. In his time as Chairman, he fought against the increase of taxes and he brought government and business leaders together to discuss ways the government can work more efficiently to help all the residents and businesses of Guam.
In 2013, Jim and Rose Adkins were inducted into the Guam Business Hall of Fame as entrepreneurial role models who grew their small business into an enterprising venture with various business undertakings, which continues to serve the needs of our island.
We send our sincerest condolences to his beloved wife, Rose, their family, and the extended family of East West Rental Center, Inc. and their subsidiaries. The Guam of Commerce is grateful for Jim's commitment to the Chamber and the accomplishments he achieved for the benefit our island and the region. Fair winds and following seas, Jim...
Last respects for Jim will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Saint Anthony Church in Tamuning.
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CBWN Brown Bag Event
Conquering Obstacles: Be Human, Be You
Thursday, February 23, 2023
$10.00 per attendee
Your Chamber Business Women's Network is hosting a brown bag event at the Chamber Office on Thursday, February 23, 2023, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. This Brown Bag Event is a program of our Chamber Business Women’s Network, that provides an opportunity for women of various professions to sit around a table to learn, grow and support each other. Johnnie Rosario, Chief Operating Officer of Kandit Incorporated is the featured speaker on the topic "Conquering Obstacles: Be Human, Be You."
Everyone that RSVPs is encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch. The Chamber will provide drinks and desserts.
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GUAM YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Mentorship Program
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Level up in your career development game and sign up for our annual mentorship program today! You will have the opportunity to connect with the Chamber Board of Directors and learn from their leadership styles, obstacles, and success stories to name a few. Limited slots available!
Kick-Off Meet & Greet Mixer:
Thursday, March 2nd • 5:30 pm
Chamber Office
If you have any questions, you may contact the Chamber Office.
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25th Annual Golf Tournament
SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday,
March 22, 2023
Onward Talofofo Golf Course
Your Chamber is looking forward to networking on the green on Wednesday, March 22nd at Onward Talofofo Golf Course! We are happy to announce that team entries are now open. You may also leverage your company brand by becoming an event sponsor or contributing a prize.
How can I contribute?
Mixing business with pleasure has been the mode de vie on the course for years! Don't miss out on this super opportunity to get your product in front of business executives of all levels! Donation opportunities can be made in the following ways:
- Hole Sponsorship ($500 or $1,000 Premium Hole)
- Hole-In-One Prize
- Contribute Prizes (Raffle Item)
- Contribute Ditty Bag Items (200 ditty bags)
View last year's Golf Tournament Video
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Your Chamber is full steam ahead!
Have you thought of participating in a Guam Chamber of Commerce Committee? Not only will you gain insight into issues, but you also have an opportunity to grow your business network and customer base. We look forward to growing and engaging with you and making a difference in our community!
Join one or more committees:
🇺🇸 Armed Forces Committee
👥 Guam Young Professionals
🏬 Small Business Committee
📑 Legislative Review & Business Advocacy Committee
🤝Membership Development Committee
💼 Education/ Workforce Development Committee
🌟Chamber Business Women’s Network
🩺Healthcare Committee
🌺 Hospitality Support Committee
PROGRAMS:
✨99th Anniversary Celebration Gala Planning Committee
✨Chamber Centennial Planning Committee
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A Change in SAM.gov will Affect Access for Some Entity Administrators
Beginning March 3, 2023, Entity Administrator roles can only be held by employees, officers, or board members of the organization. A comprehensive role with elevated responsibilities, this change to the Entity Administrator role ensures the entity is in control of and accountable for who can update their registration in SAM.gov, while allowing entities to continue to use service providers to manage their entity registration, if they wish.
If you use an outside service to manage your registration, or if you provide registration management services to other organizations, this change to SAM.gov roles may impact you. The outside service and/or the entity may need to take action to ensure entities can manage access to their entities.
Effective March 3, 2023, when you register an entity or update an entity registration, you must attest to your affiliation with the entity. If you are not an employee, officer, or board member of the entity, you will no longer be able to hold the Entity Administrator role. Instead, you will be given the Data Entry role. With that role, you can continue to register new entities, manage updates, and renew entity registrations, but you can't manage user roles.
Entities assigning Entity Administrator roles using an Entity Administrator Appointment Letter, (sometimes known as the notarized letter process) will no longer be able to assign the Entity Administrator role to a non-employee.
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U. S. Small Business Administration
Table of Small Business Size Standards
Matched to North American Industry Classification System Codes
This table lists small business size standards matched to industries described in the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), as modified by the Office of Management and Budget, effective January 1, 2022. For more information, visit SBA's website.
If you have any other questions concerning size standards, contact a Size Specialist at your nearest SBA Government Contracting Area Office (list at the end of the table), or contact the Office of Size Standards by email at sizestandards@sba.gov or by phone at (202) 205-6618.
Click here to view PDF document
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AAP Business Summit 2023 / Trade Winds ASEAN
The AmChams of Asia Pacific (AAP) Business Summit 2023 in partnership with Trade Winds ASEAN is scheduled for Monday, March 13, 2023 to Wednesday, March, 15, 2023 at the Avant Riverside Bangkok Hotel in Thailand.
AmChams of the Asia Pacific (AAP) is pleased to invite member companies to participate in the 2023 AAP Business Summit, held in partnership with Trade Winds ASEAN and the US Commercial Service.
This three-day program is an unparalleled opportunity designed to help companies achieve growth and exposure in the Asian markets with exciting conference programming as well as multiple networking opportunities with leading US and multinational companies, senior US commercial diplomats from over 20 Asian countries, regional industry experts, and government officials. Participation includes the ability to self-schedule one-on-one networking meetings with other forum attendees. Click here to register and view their agenda for Monday through Wednesday's event.
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Guam’s 2023 Media Study
As the economy recovers, it is important to understand how to effectively reach your targeted audience through advertising, while saving money. For more information, you may click here to view the PDF document or you can view Market Research & Development, Inc.'s website
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Si Yu'os Ma'åse!
We would like to thank our featured speaker, Jeffery Nantin, Chief Architect of Adahi Tech, for speaking on cyber risks and potential threats to your business at this month's small business seminar held at the Somnak Ballroom, Westin Resort Guam on Friday, February 17, 2023. Members interested in learning more about our small business seminar series are encouraged to contact our Chamber Team for details.
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McDonald's 21st Annual Race Against Crime 2K/5K
Sunday, March 25, 2023
McDonald's will be hosting the Annual 5k/2k Run Against Crime to benefit the Guam Crime Stoppers. The organization is not funded by any private or government agency. All funding comes from fundraisers such as this. GCS has shown to be of assistance in solving numerous recent crimes from assaults to robberies. Over the past 38 years, over $4 million worth of property and drugs have been covered from over 17,000 tips received. But we still need your help in the battle against crime on our beautiful island.
Mcdonald's 5k/2k run will be held at the Mcdonald's in Hagatna on Saturday, March 25, 2023.
If your company wishes to sponsor McDonald's 5k, you may click here to view and download the Sponsorship Package.
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Ko’ko’ Weekend Returns
Sunday, April 16, 2023
The GuamVisitors Bureau (GVB) is pleased to announce that registration is now open online for the Guam Ko'Ko Road Race and the Guam Ko'Ko Kids Fun Run.
The 13th annual Guam Ko'ko' Road Race is scheduled for April 16, 2023, with the start and finish restored to the event's home in Tumon. This year, the race will offer a 10K
out-and-back run/walk course. Event participants will enjoy a new course route that will start in front of the GVB Office and proceed toward Chalan San Antonio, continuing down to Marine Corps Drive with a turnaround point in East Agana and then returning back to Governor Joseph Flores Memorial Park (Ypao Beach). Runners can also anticipate water stops, cheering groups, and entertainment along the course route. All participants will receive a finisher's t-shirt and medal. Register today!
The 14th Guam Ko'ko' Kids Fun Run will kick off Ko'ko' Weekend on April 15, 2023, and will start and finish at Ypao Beach in Tumon. The kids run will offer races for three
specific age groups - a 3.3K for 10-12-year olds, 1.6K for 7-9-year olds, and .6K for 4-6-year olds. Each finisher will receive a t-shirt. Register today!
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Veterans of Foreign Wars BBQ/Potluck at Ypao Park
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Your Veterans of Foreign Wars will be hosting its 4th Annual 4th of July BBQ/Potluck at Ypao this year. The event will be open to all veterans, family, and friends as well as the Guard and Reservist Families.
VFW is looking for either food or a cash donation. Anything that you can donate will be greatly appreciated. Food donations must be at the main pavilion by 10:45 am. Checks can be made payable to VFW Post 2917. The deadline for all donations will be on Sunday, June 25, 2023. If you wish to make a donation, please also provide a company logo for promotional purposes. For more information, please contact Brian Mercenda at 788-9519 or email him at bjmercenda@yahoo.com
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This Month's Playlist!🎶
No matter your plans, whether you are spending time with your family, your friends or working on a weekend warrior project, or hanging out with your favorite snuggle partner, we invite you to join us in celebrating all things love with this special playlist!💗
What's your favorite love song? Is it included in this playlist? If not, let us know, we'd love to add it!
Play xoxo now on Spotify!
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Your Chamber Office will be closed on Monday, February 20th, in honor of Presidents day. We look forward to serving you on Tuesday, February 21st. | | | | |
