New episode alert! We are excited to share our latest podcast episode with you! This month, we are shining the spotlight on Jessie Rosario, Vice President, Sales & Marketing of Graphic Center. In this episode, Jessie talks about the growth of their business as well as the various aspects of his role that make it a joy to service his customers.

Our podcast episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Tune in and we will see you there!

YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts

The Guam Chamber of Commerce has been recognized by the United States Congress with a resolution sponsored by Congressman James Moylan, honoring the Chamber’s 100 years of service to the island of Guam. Congressman James Moylan presented the Chamber’s Executive Committee with the resolution on Friday, June 7, 2024, at the Chamber Office in Hagåtña.

Pictured from L-R: Juan Carlos Benitez, Treasurer; Catherine Castro, Guam Chamber of Commerce President; Ernie Galito, Chairman of the Board; Congressman James Moylan, Guam Delegate to the House of Representatives.

Si Yu'os Ma'åse Gregory Huffman and Brent DeVore!

We would like to extend our sincerest Si Yu’os Ma’åse to Rear Admiral Gregory Huffman, Commander, Joint Task Force Micronesia, and Rear Admiral Brent DeVore, Commander, Joint Region Marianas for meeting with our Chamber leadership, and providing key updates on local and regional projects to our Chamber Board Members and the AFC Steering Committee held at the Chamber office on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

The Department of the Air Force invites you to the public meetings for the F-15 Beddown and Infrastructure Upgrades at Andersen Air Force Base Draft Environmental Impact Statement 

The Department of the Air Force (DAF) is holding two meetings for the public to learn about and submit comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the F-15 Beddown and Infrastructure Upgrades at Andersen Air Force Base (AFB), Guam. The Draft EIS addresses the DAF’s proposal to beddown and support the mission of up to 12 Republic of Singapore Air Force F-15 fighter aircraft; and construct new infrastructure upgrades adjacent to the northwest corner of the airfield and within the munitions storage area at Andersen AFB. Click here to read more!

June General Membership Meeting

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Your Guam Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at the Micronesian Ballroom, Hilton Guam Resort & Spa. This month's meeting will feature Chief Stephen Ignacio from the Guam Police Department as the Guest Speaker.

Members are encouraged to save their seats and make advance payments by contacting your Chamber Team at (671) 472-6311/8001 for a swift and smooth entry on the day of the event.

June 28th

Small Business Seminar

Your Guam Chamber Small Business Focus & Development Committee is pleased to announce that Avian Amsdill, Video Marketing Strategist of MotionTide will be the featured speaker for this month's seminar. He will be speaking on the topic - How to use Video Marketing on Social Media Platforms.

This event is scheduled for Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Guam Chamber of Commerce office in Hagåtña. The seminar is open to members at $20.00 and future members at $40.00. Registration is open! Members and Future Members are encouraged to RSVP and make advance payments to secure their seats and for a swift and smooth entry on the day of the event.

Congressional Forum

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Mark your calendars and save the date for Your Guam Chamber of Commerce Congressional Forum scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa.

This forum will provide you with more information on our Congressional candidates who are vying for the House of Representatives seat in the U.S. Capital this coming year in 2025. Stay tuned as more information on this meeting is forthcoming!

Early Voting: July 15th - 29th

Primary Election: Saturday, August 3rd

As a registered voter in Guam, your Chamber Team would like to remind you that the primary election is just around the corner! On Saturday, August 3, 2024, you'll have the opportunity to cast your ballot and help shape the future of our island. Make sure to exercise your right to vote and have a say in the candidates who will represent you.

Find out your voter registration status by clicking here or by visiting the Guam Election Commission's website to confirm your polling location to ensure a smooth voting experience. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in Guam's political landscape. We advise registered voters that YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO CROSS political parties this election, to slim the scale of candidates for the General Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. If you do decide to cross parties on August 3rd, your ballot will not be valid. For more information on this election season, visit the Guam Election Commission's website or contact them at (671) 477-9791.

2022 Economic Census of Island Areas

Data Now Available For Guam

The U.S. Census Bureau has released statistics from the 2022 Economic Census for Guam, which officials from the Census Bureau and the Guam Department of Labor (GDOL) announced at a press conference earlier today. These statistics include the number of establishments, total employment, annual payroll and total sales, receipts or revenue. Data on expenses, inventories and a wide variety of statistics are also available for selected sectors.

The Economic Census of Island Areas is the U.S. government’s official 5-year measure of employer businesses in Guam and the primary source of statistics about the structure and functioning of the territory’s economy, serving as part of the framework for the national accounts of the island. The GDOL’s Bureau of Labor Statistics assisted with survey design and logistics planning for the dissemination of Economic Census survey instruments. To view the 2022 Economic Census of Island Areas, click here!

Click here to view the news release from the Department of Labor

STEM Community Days

Open Public Event

The Missle Defense Agency, United States Armed Forces are proud to present STEM Community Days scheduled for June 29, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, July 4, 2024, at 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, and July 6, 2024, at 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm held at the Micronesian Mall. this event is offered to Kindergarteners to Seniors in high school. Scan the QR code or click here to register!

Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association & Japan Guam Travel Association

Trash Pick-up

The Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association (GHRA) in partnership with the Japan Guam Travel Association will be organizing a trash pick-up along the roadside/ beach side of Tumon Bay on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Matapang Beach Park, in an effort to keep our tropical island beautiful and safe for all. Registration is ongoing and if you would like to take part in this effort in keeping our island beautiful, our members at GHRA have provided us with a registration and waiver form link for you and your family!

Showtime for this event is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. and Go-time will begin at 7:00 a.m. For additional information on this trash pick-up event, please contact GHRA or Japan Guam Travel Association via email at info@ghra.org or info@jgtaguam.com

Si Yu'os Ma'åse to our Centurion Sponsor!

Ada's Trust & Investment, Inc. • Arnett Consulting, LLC • Assurance Brokers, Inc. dba: AB Risk Solutions • Bank of Hawaii • Black Construction Corporation

California Pacific Technical Services, LLC • Coffman Engineers, Inc.

Guam Insurance Adjusters, Inc. • Guam Music, Inc. • Hilton Guam Resort & Spa

HMI Guam • Hotel Nikko Guam • Island Skin Spa • Joe & Franks Auto

Jerold W. Filush, CPA • Marianas Steamship Agencies, Inc. • Matson Navigation Company

Micronesian Drivers Associations, Inc. • North Wind Group • Outback Steakhouse

Pacific Islands Development Bank • Phoenix Pacific (Guam), Inc.

Salt + Light Realty • Signking, Inc. • Sylvan Learning Center

TNN Guam, Inc. dba: The Tsubaki Tower • Triple J Enterprises, Inc.

Triple J Five Star Wholesale Foods, Inc. • Triple J Rentals (Guam), Inc. dba: Hertz Licensee