Greetings!
Welcome to July! We've curated some quick announcements and reminders for you below as you prepare to enjoy your Independence Day weekend. Please share this message with your colleagues as there are some great events to calendar.
Our first in-person general membership meeting was a great success! There was so much energy in the room and it was really good to see many members face to face. If you missed the meeting, please be sure to register for our next one at the end of July!
Your Chamber office will be closed on Monday, July 5th, in observance of the holiday but we'll be back in the office to serve you on Tuesday, July 6th. We wish you a safe, healthy and happy 4th of July holiday. Happy Birthday, America! Cheers!
Onward Together,
Catherine Castro
President
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CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP PLATFORM
"Growthzone"
Have you created your profile in our GrowthZone Info Hub? You will be able to see upcoming events, statements of account and Members Only information.
NOTE: All in person event registrations will be taken from GrowthZone, we highly encourage that you set this up soon to avoid any delays with saving a seat at our next event.
Additionally, 3rd quarter membership dues invoices were sent out via GrowthZone. If you haven't received it or have any questions, please give the Chamber team a call: 472-6311/8001.
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NEW CHAMBER MAILING ADDRESS
A kind reminder that our mailbox at the Hagatna Post Office is closed. All future mail can be forwarded to 372 West Soledad Avenue, Hagatna Guam 96910.
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Government Incentive Programs for Businesses
10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 8, 2021
VIRTUAL WEBINAR
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Can your company use financial support as the community moves forward to revitalization? Join us virtually on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 10:00 am for an informative presentation with Melanie Mendiola, Administrator of the Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA). She will speak about GEDA's grant and loan programs as well as qualified programs from Guam's Department of Labor that will support eligible local businesses in need.
If you or other companies you know could benefit from learning more about DOL and GEDA's financial & business resources, please share this information and save a spot on this virtual event today!
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In Person General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
11:30 a.m. • $30.00 per person
Micronesian Ballroom, Hilton Guam Resort & Spa
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We are happy to announce that our July membership meeting will feature John Benavente, Director of the Guam Power Authority.
The meeting will be taking place in person at the Micronesian Room, Hilton Guam Resort at 11:00 am.
Participation is limited to those on a first come-first served basis. We ask that members register and pay prior to the event to secure your seat. We will not be streaming this event. Learn more by clicking the RSVP link!
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Save the Date for our August General Membership Meeting! |
Mark your calendar on Wednesday, August 25th at 11:30 am for our membership meeting with Artemio 'Ricky' Hernandez, Deputy Executive Manager of the Guam Airport Authority. Event details will be shared soon! |
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Thank you, Director Dell'Isola! |
It was great seeing many members 'in person' at our General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, June 30th at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa.
We would like to thank Mr. Dell'Isola for an informative meeting with our members.
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Thank you, Special Agent Kowatch! |
The Armed Forces Committee held its first in-person General Membership Meeting on Thursday, July 1st at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa.
We received positive feedback and we would like to thank the guest speaker, Special Agent Kowatch for meeting with our membership!
If you want to learn more about the AFC, please contact the Chamber office.
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In case you missed the Economic Forum on June 24th! |
Weren't able to tune into the Economic Forum on Thursday, June 24th? Watch the replay here! |
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GOVERNMENT OF GUAM UPDATES |
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Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 713
June 30, 2021, 11:05 a.m. (ChST)
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero Signs Executive Order No. 2021-15
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Guam's NEW Vaccination Incentive |
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and the Guam Visitors Bureau have announced incentives to encourage more island residents to get vaccinated. All adult residents of Guam are eligible. Vaccinated adults can enter to win today.
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GUAM VISITORS BUREAU UPDATES |
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Guam's Electronic Declaration Form |
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The Guam Electronic Declaration Form has officially launched! It is a new exciting way to fill out your mandatory customs form when arriving in Guam. This digital form creates a safer, touchless experience for local travelers and visitors by allowing them to fill out their information from the convenience of their electronic devices. Watch this video for more information! |
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Guam Safe & WTTC Safe Travels Certification |
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The mission of this program is to help rebuild confidence among the local community and visitors as travel restrictions ease and the tourism industry begins its revival. All businesses and establishments are encouraged to gain their Safe Guam & WTTC Certification.
It's an easy process - just click on the link to GVB's website, complete the application and upload your business reopening protocols which will be reviewed and approved by the Department of Public Health. Once your protocols are approved, your company will receive notice from the Guam Visitors Bureau and you will receive the certificates for display at your place of business. That's it - it's that easy!
Join us and lets help make the entire island Safe Guam and WTTC Certified!
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View the July live webinars with Guam PTAC:
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View the July live webinars with Guam SBDC:
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MEMBER JOB POST
We are happy to share your job openings on our website!
to get started. These job postings are for Guam Chamber members in good standing.
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Your Chamber Office will be closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, July 6th. |
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Guam Chamber of Commerce • 472-6311/ 8001 • info@GuamChamber.com.gu |
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