2023
Annual Report and Year in Review
Our Mission The Chamber seeks to develop, enable, promote, and protect the interest of all Guam businesses. Our Vision To be the catalyst for sustainable economic growth that improves the quality of life in Guam.
A Message from our President Dear Member, Thank you for your continued support of your Guam Chamber of Commerce. It hasn’t been an easy road for us this year with the onslaught of Typhoon Mawar that ravaged our ability to conduct business and heavily impacted our island’s tourism recovery. Add in a dose of hyperinflation, a dash of geopolitical uncertainties, and a simmering pot of public health, public education, and public safety woes, we have ourselves a mixture of challenges that will always be associated with the year, 2023. This annual report will give you a snapshot of the various activities, programs, and events that took place over the course of the year. We are proud of the advocacy, outreach, and programs that we have been able to provide the membership despite the various challenges we faced as a community. On the cusp of our one-hundredth year of service to our island community, we look ahead to the next one hundred years. How do we grow and sustain our local talent, our resources and build on the legacy of our past to forge a better and leaner way forward? What will it take to develop a third economy that will feed off of and support our tourism industry? This is where we need your continued partnership and commitment to address issues that hinder progress, and present roadblocks to our efforts to grow our economy. We encourage you to join us in our various committees and working groups and lend your voice, talent and/or resources toward creative solutions that will benefit our businesses, our residents, and our island. There is much work to be done. we look forward to working alongside you! Onward together,
Catherine S. Castro
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CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATE VISITS February 13th: Led by The Honorable John Carter AFC Members shared an intimate cocktail reception for the following delegation that made a stop in Guam on February 13th. Congressman John “Judge” Carter, Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (Ranking Member), Committee on Appropriations, U.S. Representative (TX-31) Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton, U.S. Representative, (VA-10) Congressman Tony Gonzales, U.S. Representative, (TX-23) Congressman James Moylan, U.S. Representative, Guam Lieutenant General Steve Sklenka Major General Josh Rudd Brigadier General Gavin Gardner Dr. Richard Berry Lieutenant Colonel Dan Bradfield
Phillip Santos, Chairman Mark J. Sablan, Vice Chairman
HAWAII & DC VISIT Members from the Armed Forces Steering Committee made their way for the annual AFC Doorknock to Hawaii and Washington DC. • • • •
August 24th: House of Natural Resources Led by The Honorable Bruce Westerman The Armed Forces Committee was delighted to host a reception to welcome the visiting House on Natural Resources Congressional Delegation led by Chairman Bruce Westerman, Committee Chairman, on Thursday, August 24th in the Salon, Dusit Thani Guam Resort. The visit consisted of the following members of U.S. Congress:
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The primary discussion topics from our vantage point are: H2B Visa waiver extension, expansion and additional relief for the program; Housing infrastructure in Guam; Re-growing our once vibrant ship repair industry in Guam; The US commitment to Taiwan and need for a Taiwan Free Trade Agreement; The addition of another defense access road between Nay and Air Force bases; Ensure that proper plans have been laid for the reality of a cyber attack, and; Maintain Air National Guard Space Control Squadron on Guam.
Congressman James Moylan, Guam Congressman Gregorio Sablan, CNMI Congresswoman Amata Radewagen, American Samoa Congressman Tom Tiffany, Wisconsin Congresswoman Harriet Hageman, Wyoming Congressman Doug Lamborn, Colorado Congresswoman Teresa Leger-Fernandez, New Mexico Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury, New Mexico We would like to thank First Hawaiian Bank and South Pacific Petroleum Corporation for sponsoring this memorable event. AFC members had an opportunity to engage one on one with visiting congressional representatives and their staff.
Pictured: AFC Members and Congressional Delegates
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Your Armed Forces Committee General Membership Meeting was held on Friday, September 8, 2023, at The Gallery, Hilton Guam Resort & Spa. This meeting featured military branch commanders who provided an update and highlighted their current & upcoming projects, exercises, and community outreach events. Rear Admiral Gregory Huffman, Commander, Joint Region Marianas Brigadier General Thomas Palenske, Commander, 36th Wing, Andersen Air Force Base Colonel Ernest Govea, Commander, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz Captain Michael Luckett, Commander, Naval Base Guam Captain Nicholas Simmons, Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector Guam o Colonel Jumariel Castro, Acting Chief of Staff, Guam National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Stafford, Commander, Task Force Talon
Pictured: Military Commands and AFC Members
AFC "A CONVERSATION WITH COLONEL BUNIAG" EVENT Colonel Buniag, Chief, Army Coordination Element Guam (ACE), U.S.. Army Pacific on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 12 noon at the East West Business Center, building. He presented a command overview and Army Coordination Element-Guam 101 Brief. These round table events include a lite lunch and an opportunity to hear about the initiatives and activities specific to the speaker and his or her command. AFC members had time to engage one on one with COL Buniag and other committee members in this intimate setting. Pictured: AFC Members and Colonel Buniag
TOYS FOR TOTS Toys for Tots is a seasonal endeavor in which Chamber member companies support Marine Corps Activity Guam's effort on island to ensure that a variety of toys and gift items are distributed in the community where they will do the most good. Toys for Tots has been popular among the membership and the generosity and support for this program is well supported by the employees of a variety of Chamber member companies. This year we awarded the 2022 High School Challenge winners in January for their outstanding support in collecting the most toys .
Pictured: Simon Sanchez High School Rockstar Winners
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Pictured: Employees from Bank of Guam and Staff Sergeant Dixon at the Toy Drive, held at the Guam Premier Outlets
Pictured: Okkodo High School Large School Winner
Pictured: Notre Dame High School Small School Winner
21ST ANNUAL SALUTE TO THE US ARMED FORCES ON GUAM The Armed Forces Committee was excited to bring back the Annual Salute event after a 2 year hiatus. The committee hosted its 21st Annual Salute to the U.S. Armed Forces on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the Garden, Hotel Nikko Guam. The Annual Salute event serves as an expression of appreciation for what the men and women of America's armed forces do each day to protect our freedom. This event highlighted great local entertainment, delicious eats, and wonderful company. We would like to thank the generous Sponsors and Prize Sponsors who donated to the event: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Ada’s Trust & Investment American Medical Center, LLC Archway Inc. Arnett Consulting, LLC ASC Trust Atkins Kroll Inc. BankPacific Bank of Guam Bank of Hawaii Barrett Plumbing Black Construction Company Cabras Marine Corporation Calvo’s Insurance Underwriters Citadel Pacific LTD Coast360 Federal Credit Union Federal Express Corporation First Hawaiian Bank Granite Construction Company Guam Ink Hustle Tattoo & Body Piercing Studio, LLC Guam Pak Express, Inc.
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Guam Premier Outlets Jones and Guerrero Company Marianas Gas Corp. dba Island Equipment Company Matson Navigation Company Micronesian Divers Association Motorola Solutions Inc. National / Alamo Car Rental OIA’I’O/ B.N.B. Pacific Pelican (non-member) PTI Pacifica, Inc. dba: IT&E Ruder Integrated Marketing Strategies Seabridge, Inc. Security Title Inc. South Pacific Petroleum Corporation Today’s Realty Triple J Auto Triple J Five Star Wholesale Foods, Inc. Triple J Rentals, Inc. dba Hertz Licensee Triple J Tire Vantage Advertising
ADDITIONAL EVENTS AND OUTREACH: • • • • •
Meeting with key commanders from various branches Support of Formal Events Distinguished Visitor – Meet and Greets Numerous Change of Command Ceremonies Various Ship and Base Tours
Photo courtesy of Joint Region Marianas
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Deanna Crisostomo, Chairwoman
Leadership as Authentic Self CBWN Professional Development Day The committee hosted a Professional Development Day, “Leadership as Authentic Self” held at the Hyatt Regency Guam, Thursday, April 27, 2023.. A panel of remarkable women shared their true management style in which they are genuine, self-aware and transparent. Our featured panelist were: Jessica Barrett: President of Barrett Enterprises Inc. dba Barrett Plumbing • Sophia Chu: General Manager of Hyatt Regency Guam • Jordanna Escobar: Owner of Guam Ink Hustle Tattoo & Body Piercing Studio, LLC • Moderated by: Deanna Crisostomo, General Manager, Tommy Hilfiger
CBWN COFFEE, CHILL, & CHAT WITH US! Our members were invited for a morning of coffee, tea and light refreshments as we learn and grow our professional network! The event was held at the Chamber Office on Wednesday, March 8th to engage in fun, and share actionable ideas to help our members grow. We also had great prizes from donors! Thank you to Security Title for contributing prizes for this event!
BROWN BAG EVENT "CONQUERING OBSTACLES: BE HUMAN, BE YOU” A committee Brown Bag Event was held at the Chamber Office on Thursday, February 23, 2023. This 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. We were pleased and would like to thank Johnnie Rosario, Chief Operating Officer of Kandit Incorporated who lead this event focusing discussion on "Conquering Obstacles: Be Human, Be You".
Pictured: Johnnie Rosario, members and guests who attended the Brown Bag Event.
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EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Tiyan High School College & Career Academy Advisory Board Officers: Brian Muna, Chairman • Jaclyn Casil, Vice Chairman • Jessica Barrett, Secretary Sophia Duenas, Principal • Dr. Rachel Pocaigue, Career Academy Coordinator Tiyan High School Career Day We thank the following members for their great support as speakers at the Tiyan High School Career Day in March and in November. The school’s administration reported that the participation and caliber of speakers was outstanding, and the school is looking forward to the Chamber’s continued participation in this annual event. Great job and Thank You, members! March 3, 2023 Speakers: Adahi Cybersecurity Advance Management, Inc. Atkins Kroll Bank of Guam Bank of Hawaii BankPacific B.N.B. Cabras Marine Corporation Calvo’s Insurance Underwriters, Inc. Docomo Pacific East Island Tinting/Paradise Auto Spa FHP First Hawaiian Bank Guam Chamber of Commerce Guam Ink Hustle Tattoo & Body Piercing Studio Guam Pak Express Inc. & Market Deli Judiciary of Guam Kandit Incorporated Matson Navigation NP Marketing & Promotions ix Congressman James Moylan Pacific Federal Management, Inc. Security Title Inc. Tommy Hilfiger Triple J Enterprises, Inc. Zomu LLC (Atos Jiu Jitsu Guam)
November 21, 2023 Speakers: Archway, Inc. Atkins Kroll Bank of Hawaii Barrett Plumbing Bella Wings Docomo Pacific Ernst & Young LLP Granite Construction Guam Army National Guard Guam Bombs & Bullets Guam Chamber of Commerce Guam Ink Hustle Tattoo and Body Piercing Studio Guam Pacific Daily News Guam Pak Express Guam Temps Health City Matson Navigation Company Nissan Motor Sports Guam Office of Congressman James Moylan Over the Blue/ International Health Providers Pacific Federal Management Group Paradise Auto Spa The Guam Daily Post Title Guaranty of Guam US Customs & Border Protection United Airlines
UOG Upward Bound Program President Catherine Castro was invited to speak on July 12th to students on the importance of collaboration and its contributing factor to success. We would like to thank the University of Guam for having us!
Notre Dame High School Professional Development Workshop The ND administration invited President Castro to speaker during their faculty and staff development workshop on August 3rd. Catherine highlighted on the Professionalism in the Workplace – focusing on the topics of: appearance, communication skills, soft skills, skills on trade & work habits, and drive for progression.
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LEGISLATIVE REVIEW & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE The Guam Chamber reviews current laws and proposed legislation that make an impact on doing business in Guam. Additionally, the Board’s Delegadu Liaison Program with the Guam Legislature provides engagement opportunities to work together on business- friendly proposals. Following are links to public hearings and testimonies that your Guam Chamber participated in this year: Steering Committee Members: Anthony Quenga, Ione Llagas, Charlie Onedera, Cam Lorenzo and Jenynne Guzman
BE INFLUENTIAL Mentorship Program (Meet and Greet Mixer March 2nd) The Guam Chamber of Commerce hosted the GYP Mentorship Program Kick-Off. Our young professionals were paired with Chamber Board Directors for a year-long mentorship program.
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Public Hearing on the following bills: Bill 75-37 (LS), 61-37 (COR), 59-37 (COR) Article included from the Guam Daily Post. Rountable discussion on minimum wage with Senator Roy Quinata Article included from Kandit News
2023 Legislative Scorecard Scoring Rubric: 80%: Voted on Legislation in Support of the Private Sector. Each vote is equivalent to one point. Any vote that is not aligned with the Chamber would be deducted. 10%: Authored or Co-Sponsored Bills Supported by the Chamber 10%: Authored or Co-Sponsored Bills Introduced by the Opposite Political Party that Impact the Business Community. View the live scorecard here!
Red Ribbon Events “Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug Free.” Through its partnership with the Judiciary of Guam, the Chamber has joined the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the Guam Red Ribbon Week Committee to promote safe, healthy, drug-free lifestyles throughout the month of October, which culminates with the nationally recognized Red Ribbon Week. This campaign provides an opportunity for communities to unite by bringing together parents, schools and businesses as we look for new and innovative ways to keep kids safe and drug free. The event includes community outreach at shopping malls, education outreach at schools, a poster contest, and ended with the outreach event at Micronesia Mall Guam.
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SMALL BUSINESS & FOCUS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Jessica Barrett, Chairwoman
SMALL BUSINESS SEMINARS SERIES JANUARY 12TH It was said that the global growth forecast was to remain subdued through 2023. As our island looked ahead toward visitor arrivals, consumer spending, federal and military direct investment, private inward investment and the ever present geo-political tensions beyond our borders, our panelists had great insights on key economic issues. Featured Panelists: •Artemio 'Ricky' Hernandez, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Manager, Guam International Airport Authority •Gary Hiles, Chief Economist, Guam Department of Labor •Siska Hutapea, President, Cornerstone Valuation Guam, Inc. •Gerry Perez, Vice President, Guam Visitors Bureau •Claret Ruane, Ph.D., Guam Economist Moderated by: David John, CEO, ASC Trust FEBRUARY 17TH Jeffrey Nantin of Adahi Tech shared his expertise in various Cybersecurity topics such as, staying safe from Cyber Risks & Threats, Governance & Compliance, and Best Practices for Protecting Against Cyber Threats. MARCH 17TH This well requested seminar was held in a two-part seminar series. GreenLight Media Productions Inc. shared on How to Brand Your Business & the Importance of It; Ruder Integrated Marketing Strategies provided much information on Website Optimization and Advertising with Social Media. APRIL 28TH It was a packed ballroom with Toshie Ito of Motiva Training & Consulting, who discussed the essentials of empathy-based customer service and the importance of customer service people’s emotional intelligence development. OCTOBER 20TH Joe Arnett or Arnett Consulting provided a brief overview on Tax Planning Tips for their businesses. NOVEMBER 17TH We had an insightful seminar with David Silva of AB Risk Solutions. He provided members with information on Know Your Risks – More than just an Insurance Discussion. DECEMBER 1ST Jesse Pangelinan of Guam Department of Labor will present on the OSHA Warehousing National Emphasis Program, to include the following subtopics: safety hazards that take place is a warehouse/office setting, electrical safety, walking surfaces, and more!
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PODCASTS The Chamber member spotlight podcast features one of our small business members. As many of us are aware, small businesses are the backbone to any community. They provide much needed services and products, employ our residents, pay taxes and give back to our community in a number of ways. Season 2: Episode 1: Meet the General Manager of Title Guaranty, Featuring Ryan Mummert Seasons 2: Episode 2: Meet the Owner of Guam Baby Company, Featuring Giana Pangelinan Season 2: Episode 3: Meet the Chief Executive Officer of Bella Wings Aviation, Featuring Charlie Hermosa Season 2: Episode 4: Meet the President of Cornerstone Valuation, Featuring Siska Hutapea
JUVENILE DRUG COURT (JDC) Monty McDowell, Chamber Liaison The Guam Chamber of Commerce’s award-winning program continues to inspire and be a much-needed resource for clients of the JDC program. The Chamber’s life skills offerings, incentives and silver dollar graduation coins are much appreciated by the Judiciary of Guam and their client recipients. Thank you, members for your great support!
Life Skills Events We would like to thank our members for providing life skills workshops for the JDC clients. • April 28: Michelle Bengco and Harold Field, Bank of Guam • September 29: Michelle Bengco and Harold Field, Bank of Guam • October 27: Brianna Ragadio and Patsy Gogue, Security Title
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MEMBER-TO-MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM The program provides members an opportunity to save money on services and goods. Offers includes discounts on office supplies, advertising, entertainment, insurance, auto services, catering, meeting spaces and more. This program offers participating members a vehicle to expose their business, products and services to thousands of employees of fellow Chamber members. We would like to thank the companies that provided special member deals for our Chamber Members: Jaded & Cure Docomo Pacific Market Research & Development, Inc. Access Medical Transport Busy Ant Marketing Norman & Son LLC Hotel Nikko Guam Promotions Specialties MCB, Inc Your Guam Chamber has also provided silver dollar coins for this year’s 7 graduation ceremonies: Juvenile Drug Court, Adult Drug Court, Veterans Treatment Court, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Treatment Court.
JOINT SMALL BUSINESS MIXER WITH THE GUAM CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION Our Small Business Committee partnered with the Guam Contractors Association for this year’s small business mixer. This event has been on hiatus for a couple of years and we were excited to host on Thursday, September 14th. We would like to thank Atkins Kroll for hosting this event in the BMW Showroom and Ambros for the beverages. Members were able to mix and mingle, and; expand their networks.
SIGNATURE EVENTS 25TH ANNUAL AMATEUR GOLF TOURNAMENT The Guam Chamber of Commerce hosted 120 golfers at the 25th Annual Chamber Amateur Golf Tournament at the Onward Talofofo Golf Club. We had an overwhelming turnout of golf enthusiasts! The weather was perfect, and all participants expressed their excitement to play. Hole Sponsors: Ada’s Trust & Investment American Medical Center ASC Trust Bank of Hawaii BankPacific Barrett Plumbing Cabras Marine Coast 360 Federal Credit Union Cornerstone Valuation Docomo Pacific Ernst & Young First Hawaiian Bank Guam Fast Foods Granite Construction Company Island Business Systems Island Equipment Company Matson Navigation Company Mobil Oil Guam TakeCare Insurance Co., Inc Vantage Advertising
Prize Contributors: Ambros Inc. Arnett Consulting Calvo’s SelectCare Crowne Plaza Dickerson & Quinn Guam Premier Outlets GTA Guam Fast Foods Hilton Guam Resort & Spa Hyatt Regency Guam Island Skin Spa Macy’s Guam McDonald’s of Guam Onward Talofofo Golf Club Paradise Auto Spa Pay-Less Supermarkets Pacific Data Systems PHR Ken Micronesia Promotions Specialties Seas + Sidewalks Security Title Triple J Enterprises Triple J Enterprises The Tsubaki Tower The Westin Resort Valley of the Latte Hole-in-One Sponsors: Ambros Inc. Atkins Kroll, Inc. Cars Plus Royal Bics South Pacific Petroleum Corp. Triple J Enterprises
Refreshment Sponsors: Foremost Foods Guam Fast Foods Mid-Pacific Distributors Nisen Gumi Guam Security Title Inc.
Ditty Bag Contributors: Bank of Guam Burger King Calvo’s SelectCare FloWater Guam Guam Fast Foods Island Skin Spa Office of Congressman Moylan South Pacific Petroleum Corp.
Winners: 1st Place: Ken Duenas and Luis Sanga 2nd Place: Ed Castro and Mike Castro 3rd Place: David Wisher and Victor Cruz 25th Place: Gordon Blackmon and Jeff Cruz Page 11
SIGNATURE EVENTS 99th ANNIVERSARY GALA CELEBRATION The Guam Chamber of Commerce recognizes member companies celebrating twenty (20) plus milestone years of service (in five-year increments) to the community at the annual Guam Chamber Anniversary Gala. It’s a night of celebration for the private sector that features a special VIP Pre-party for anniversary recipients and an after-party (or two) for the many that want to extend the celebration! Members attended in their best ‘Vogue’ attire. View more celebration photos here!
Thank you to our amazing sponsors! Live to Tell – Beverage Sponsor OIA’I’O / B.N.B. Crazy for you – VIP Pre-Party DFS Guam LP Into the Groove – After Party Sponsor Bank of Guam Take a Bow - Gala Entertainment AK Chevrolet Express Yourself – After Party Lounge Sponsor Ada’s Trust & Investment Strike a Pose Sponsor Bank of Hawaii True Blue Sponsor First Hawaiian Bank Holiday Sponsor Docomo Pacific Like a Virgin Sponsor Docomo Pacific Media Sponsors: Vantage Advertising Marianas Business Journal Guam Daily Post Choice Broadcasting - The Point, Star 101, The Boss Hit Radio 100/Kool-FM KTKB-FM Megamixx
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS Our monthly Chamber meetings are a great way to meet with other members, learn about issues and keep up to date with current events. Make it a point to attend these informative events to take advantage of the great member to member opportunities that exist at each membership meeting. Meetings take place on the last Wednesday of the month with the exception of the November Annual Meeting. There is usually no December meeting scheduled. We look forward to seeing you at a membership meeting very soon! If you are interested in the topic and speaker, you may click on the month to view the recorded presentation. January 25th Attorney Douglas Moylan: “Plans for his 100 Days in Office and his Initiatives to Address Crime” February 22nd Senator Christopher Barnett: “Recent Efforts to Address Crime and School Issues” March 29th Vince Arriola, Director of Department of Public Works “Planned Road Construction and some of the Major Roadways, as well as the Progress Report on the Ypao Road Reconstruction”
Pictured: Board Directors with Attorney Moylan at January Membership Meeting
April 26th Marie Lizama, Deputy Director of Department of Revenue & Taxation “The Modernization of DRT” July 26th Kevin Wynne, Public Information Officer, U.S. Small Business Administration ”The Disaster Loan Process, Some of the Challenges Businesses are Encountering; Overcoming the Hurdles, and the Next Steps” August 30th Dr. Jeffrey Nine, Chief Medical Examiner “Drug related deaths on Guam” September 27th Melanie Mendiola, Chief Executive Officer and Administrator, Guam Economic Development Authority “Insights and Updates on GEDA’s Strategic Plan”
Pictured: Chairman Untalan, President Castro and Director Arriola at the March Membership Meeting
October 26th Siska Hutapea, President of Cornerstone Valuation “Guam Real Estate: The Environment, The Game, and How Do You Play It” November 15th Chairman’s End of the Year Address and President’s Annual Address to the Membership
Pictured: Board Directors with Deputy Director Lizama at the April Membership Meeting
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SPECIAL EVENTS AND MEETINGS BUSINESS RECOVERY SUMMIT & EXPO
Chairman Ed Untalan and President Catherine Castro had the opportunity to meet with the Saipan Chamber of Commerce Leadership, Kimberly Camacho, Executive Director and Joe Guerrero, President on January 11th.
The summit was held to bring government and private sector industries together to discuss our island’s post-typhoon situation and the challenges, and opportunities that come with rebuilding and restructuring a community after a devastating disaster. Participants heard from Congressman Moylan who provided updates on his efforts in Washington to bring much-needed resources to Guam. The event featured panels that discussed Guam’s economic recovery and the impacts on construction, tourism, real estate and our workforce; the status of our utilities and telecommunications infrastructure and what to expect moving forward. The exhibition portion of the program featured 25 exhibitors including FEMA, US SBA, GEDA, financial institutions, insurance companies and more. Economic Recovery Panel: Gary Hiles, Department of Labor; Ho Eun, Core Tech International; Siska Hutapea, Cornerstone Valuation; Gerald Perez, Guam Visitors Bureau Telecommunications Panel: Roderick Boss, Docomo; Angela Rosario, IT&E; GTA Utilities Panel: John Benavente, GPA; Simon Sanchez and Ginger Cruz
Vice Chairman and President Catherine Castro met with Richelle Turner, Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Palau.
Vice Chairman and President Catherine Castro met with Philippine Consul General Rosario Lemque
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Industry Panel: Mary Rhodes, GHRA and Juan Flores, DOL
CHAMBER IN THE NEWS February “Recognizing our business visionaries and contributors to our economy”: Pacific Daily News March Chairman responds on BILL NO. 24-37 during March General Membership Meeting. April Chairman Untalan on the air with Ray Gibson, The Point Response on “The impact on raising minimum wage": The Guam Daily Post June Catherine Castro interview with KUAM News Catherine Castro on the air with Ray Gibson, The Point September 26 Catherine Castro on the air with Hit Radio 100 and COOL FM for the Toys for Tots Program 27 Catherine Castro on The Point for the Toys for Tots Program October Catherine Castro on the air with Ray Gibson, The Point
PACIFIC DAILY NEWS ARTICLES “Protehi I Lina’la I Taotao” January Castro: Grow and learn in 2023 to make change work February Chamber: Recognizing our business visionaries and contributors to our economy March How would you spend the government’s excess revenue? April Chamber of Commerce: The impact of raising the minimum wage May Chamber of Commerce: Our history of resiliency, reciprocity made us who we are
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Join Us In Welcoming Our New Chamber Members! Let's show them some love and welcome them to the membership!
January
March
Saran Sachdev saran@hafaadairealty.com • 671-588-4232
HMI Guam Anthony Taijeron veterans@hmiguam.com • 671-688-3607
Bella Wings Aviation, LLC Charlie Hermosa charlie@bellawingsaviation.com • 671-988-5809 Artiko, LLC Construction Company Artur Abramishvili artiko.renovation@gmail.com • 671-482-7606 Guahan Sustainable Culture Michelle Crisostomo gusustainable@gmail.com • 671-734-4721 Pacific Data Systems John Day john@pdsguam.com • 671-300-0200 Local Jerk Guam, LLC Marvin Crisostomo Localjerk671@Gmail.com • 671-864-0805 The Inventory theinventoryguam@outlook.com • 671-969-4263 Arnett Consulting, LLC Joe Arnett mauleg@gmail.com • 671-687-4111
February Flag Football Lady's Association Guam Linda Salas elle.salas@gmail.com • 671-788-3856 NP Marketing and Promotions Nola Hix nola.hix@gmail.com • 671-686-6652 Del Carmen Investments Christian Del Carmen Arroyo delcarmenguam@gmail.com • 671-646-7748 Allied Human Resources Jeffrey Vitkovitsky info@alliedhrguam.com • 671-646-3333
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Sui Generis Design and Construction LLC Edward Kim sgdcguam@gmail.com • 671-486-8332
April Island Twisters trickyric2015@gmail.com • 671-649-3547 Joe & Frank's Auto Galen Lujan galenlujan@joeandfranksauto.com • 671-477-1522 Guam Hollywood Nails Le Brian brianlelee@yahoo.com • 671-637-4406 Elevenses Engracia Valencia elevensescompany@gmail.com • 671-488-7334 The Salt + Light Realty Charmaine Walker alex@thesaltandlightrealty.com • 671-685-3699 Mai Market Thanh Cong Do maimarketgu@gmail.com • 671-647-2664
May Indio Properties Mohan Bhojwani mohanbhojwani@yahoo.com • 671-632-8989 Blue Continent Strategic Solutions Chirag Bhojwani strategy@bluecontinent.solutions • 671-486-7016 Pacific Rim Constructors, Inc. Evangeline Albis info@pacificrimco.net • 671-989-9960
Join Us In Welcoming Our New Chamber Members! Let's show them some love and welcome them to the membership! June
September
Chassis Specialists, LLC Paul Blas Plblas@me.com • 671-686-8460
Jaded and Cure Jaedeen Perez jadedandcure@gmail.com • 671-456-3876
Murphy Enterprises Inc. Luke Murphy lukematthewmurphy@gmail.com • 671-487-6542
Valley of the Latte, LLC David Tydingco david@valleyofthelatte.com • 671-789-3342
July
October
Consortium of North American Hobby Professionals, LLC (CNAHP) Drake Powell dpowell@cnahp.org • 2026585891
LandMark Realty Group & Services Bobby Sachdej bobby@landmarkguam.com • 671-688-7827
August Interface Inc. dba Sportsland and Shooting Range John Sablan sportslandguam@gmail.com • 671-687-4869 Mantid Pacific LLC Ginger Cruz ginger.cruz@mantidinternational.com • 671-482-2019 Tetra Tech, Inc. Austin Baird austin.baird@tetratech.com • 671-686-6772
Oracle Micronesia Inc. Joseph S. Inos Jr. jun.inos.jr@oracle.com • 671-864-6555 SingKing Inc. Sol Euh sales@signkingguam.com • 671-646-1166 Aaron Agsalud Aaron Agsalud agsaludaaron@gmail.com • 671-788-6119 The Real Estate Professionals Kishin Advani kishin@homerep.net • 671-777-3728
November GoSolar LLC Wanjoo Kim wanjoo@gosolarguam.com • 671-727-6553
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Thank you for your membership! We look forward to working with you in 2024! Catherine S. Castro, President Jackie Casil, Operations Manager Rebekah Mendiola, Committee Liaison Specialist Brandin Ogo, Administrative Support Specialist Schuyler Delgado, Programs & Projects Coordinator