Early Voting Deadline: Monday, August 29th
Primary Election: Saturday, August 3rd
The Primary Election is a few days away! On Saturday, August 3, 2024, registered voters have the opportunity to cast their ballot and help shape the future of our island.
Additionally, the Guam Election Commission has established the early voting center at the Guam Westin Resort which is open until Monday, July 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to cast your ballot.
Find out your voter registration status by clicking here or 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. If you cross parties during early voting and on August 3rd, your ballot will not be valid.
The General Election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. For more information on this election season, visit the Guam Election Commission's website or contact them at (671) 477-9791.
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Update from Guam Governor’s Liasion in Washington D.C.
Madeleine Bordallo
It was an absolute honor and a privilege to welcome our esteemed Former Congresswoman and current Guam Governor’s Liasion in Washington D.C, Madeleine Bordallo, as well as the Guam Cherry Blossom Princess, Isabella Mansapit, Mr. and Mrs. Mansapit, and leadership of the Guam Society of America to the Guam Chamber of Commerce office on Wednesday, July 24th! We send our warmest Un Dångkulu na Si Yu’os Ma’åse, to this esteemed group for taking the time to visit us and we look forward to continuing our working partnership in promoting Guam and our culture.
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📸 From L-R: CW4 Bernard L. Aguon, Command Chief Warrant Officer, District of Columbia National Guard & President, Guam Society of America; Mrs. Jennifer Aguon; Mr. Gabriel Mansapit; Mrs. Eva Mansapit; Phil Santos, Armed Forces Committee Chairman; Guam Cherry Blossom Princess, Isabella Mansapit; Lee Webber, Armed Forces Committee; Madeleine Bordallo, Former Delegate to the U.S. House of Representative; Joe Arnett, Armed Forces Committee; Catherine Castro, Guam Chamber of Commerce President; Carl Peterson, Armed Forces Committee; Mark Sablan, Armed Forces Committee Vice Chairman; Gerry Perez, Armed Forces Committee
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Meet and Greet with Australia-Pacific Islands Business Council and the Ambassador of the Australian Embassy, Republic of Palau.
Happy to welcome and meet executives and members of the Australia-Pacific Islands Business Council and the Ambassador of the Australian Embassy, Republic of Palau on Wednesday, July 17th! We look forward to building on our partnerships!
📸 From L-R: Phil Santos, Armed Forces Committee Chairman, Peter Gabriel, Eigigu Procurement Pty Ltd, Frank Yourn, Australia-Pacific Islands Business Council, Catherine Castro, Guam Chamber of Commerce President, Simon, Garman, Reeves Envico Group, Ambassador to Palau, Richelle Turner (Australia), Luke Jackson, Pacific Islands International, Lila Demei, Australian Embassy, Republic of Palau, William Blank, Hall Contracting
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Si Yu'os Ma'åse Attorney Vincent Camacho
Si Yu’os Ma’åse to Attorney Vincent Camacho, Managing Principal of Camacho Calvo Law Group, LLC, and Board Member of the Guam Chamber of Commerce for his insightful information on Employment Law: How It Impacts Guam’s Private Sector. You would be surprised about how Federal and Local laws impact business practices. If you missed this event, you missed out on a lot of important aspects of managing and retaining human capital.
Keep tabs on more opportunities to grow and sustain your business by looking out for future events from your Guam Chamber of Commerce!
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View presentations here!
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Armed Forces Committee
General Membership Meeting
Friday, August 2, 2024
Your Armed Forces Committee General Membership Meeting is scheduled for Friday, August 2, 2024, at the Guam Chamber of Commerce Office in Hagåtña from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. This meeting will feature the 36th Wing Commander, Brigadier General Palenske, Anderson Air Force Base, Guam.
This event is open to the AFC members only and will not be streamed live or recorded and will be closed to the media. If you would like to learn more about the AFC committee, contact Rebekah, Committee Liason Specialist of the Guam Chamber of Commerce.
We look forward to seeing you at the Guam Chamber of Commerce Office on Friday, August 2, 2024. Check-in Begins at 9:45 am.
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Small Business Seminar
Friday, August 9, 2024
Your Guam Chamber Small Business Focus & Development Committee is pleased to announce that Ivan G. Quan, Managing Partner, and Michael LeWinter,
Partner / Chief Technology Officer, Quantum Technology Group will be the featured speakers for this month’s seminar. They will speak on the topic - How can IT Services benefit your business. They will be covering some key discussions on:
- Focus on your business rather than keeping up with technology.
- Leverage technology for access to business data for more informed decisions.
- Benefit from a wider range of expertise than in-house IT.
- Take advantage of a bigger buying pool to reduce technology costs.
This event is scheduled for Friday, August 9, 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 for a swift and smooth entry on the day of the event.
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Guam Chamber BizBox Podcast Now Available!
A special episode commemorating the 80th Guam Liberation!
We are honored to feature a special collection of voices from our island community to share their thoughts on what commemorating the 80th Guam Liberation means to them. You'll hear from familiar voices and not-so-familiar ones who share their reflections on our island's rich history. This episode is a moving witness of today's residents recounting memories and personal testimony on what it means to commemorate our island's 80th liberation. We encourage you to view or listen to these inspiring individuals as they share their perspectives on this significant milestone in Guam's journey.
Click your favorite podcast links below to listen to this very special episode!
YouTube • Spotify
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Updates from your Guam Young Professionals | |
We are thrilled to announce two upcoming events hosted by the GYP that you won't want to miss!
YOU DECIDE: GYP Legislative Forum Series & Mixer: Engage with key legislative candidates as we discuss important issues impacting our community. This forum is an excellent opportunity to voice your concerns and contribute to meaningful discussions on local policy.
GYP Mentorship Program Callout Event: Our mentorship program aims to connect emerging professionals with experienced leaders in various industries. Whether you're seeking guidance or eager to share your expertise, this program fosters valuable connections and personal growth.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
We invite you to partner with us as a sponsor for these impactful initiatives. Showcase your commitment to our community and gain visibility among our diverse audience. For sponsorship details and benefits, please contact Rebekah our Committee Liaison Specialist.
Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for more updates on these exciting events. We look forward to your participation and support!
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Save your seat for the
Democrat Forum!
Thursday, August 22nd
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Save your seat for the
Republican Forum!
Thursday, August 29th
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Guam Training workshop scheduled for August 20th - 29th
The Guam Training is back with six (6) new and powerful workshops to be held from Tuesday, August 20th through Thursday, August 29th. There are courses for managers and supervisors, front-line workers, and also sessions that will be for everyone. scheduled topics are as follows:
Thursday, August 29th — Effective One-To-One Meetings
Click here to register!
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Women-Owned Small Business Online Workshop
Friday, August 2, 2024
The U.S. Small Business Administration will be hosting a free online workshop for women-owned small businesses seeking to participate in the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Program. This workshop event is scheduled for Friday, August 2, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
You will learn:
- WOSB Federal Contract Program
- Program Overview
- Eligibility Criteria for Women-Owned Small Businesses and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB)
- Pre-Application Tips
- Application Process Overview
- Common Processing Reasons for Request for Information and Returned Applications
- SAM.gov Registration
- Learn about Resources and Partners available to assist you
Registration is now available by clicking here
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Need assistance in posting your job positions? Our Projects and Programs Coordinator, Schuyler Delgado, is available to assist you. Please submit your information via email or by contacting your Chamber Team at (671) 472-6311/8001. Click here to view job announcements! | |
Check out what's happening with our fellow Chamber members! News sent to us by a Chamber member is featured on our "member news" page. Feel free to send us your releases and we are happy to share your news! | |
2024
Industry Recovery Updates
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View Guam APEX
Accelerators
July 2024
Training Events
Webinars are held every Thursday from 10am - 11:30am via Zoom.
Zoom links emailed to registered attendees 30 minutes before the webinar.
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Si Yu'os Ma'åse to our Centurion Plus Sponsors! | |
Si Yu'os Ma'åse to our Centurion Sponsor! | |
Si Yu'os Ma'åse to our Centennial Contributors! | |
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
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