Armed Forces Committee

At the table with Lt. Col Jeremiah Hitchner

12 Noon, October 14, 2022

Lt Col Jeremiah Hitchner will talk about the new space force unit in Guam under the Air National Guard. This opportunity is open to AFC Members exclusively. Please inquire about details by sending an email to irish@guamchamber.com.gu.

Thank You to our 98th Anniversary sponsors!

We would like to thank our fantastic members for their support of our 98th Anniversary Celebration! It will be a night to remember as we induct our newest Laureate into the Guam Business Hall of Fame, celebrate our members with milestone anniversaries and our own 98 years of service to Guam!

Biba Guam Chamber! Biba Chamber Members!

Crime Prevention Tips for Your Business RECAP

Friday, September 23, 2022

The Guam Chamber of Commerce would like to send our appreciation to guest speakers Captain Kim Santos and Sergeant Jerry Santos from the Guam Police Department (GPD) who spoke at the Chamber's Small Business seminar on Friday, September 23rd. Both shared their experience and expertise on crime prevention. The seminar also featured active shooter awareness training. GPD is willing to offer another date for the same seminar. If your company missed this event and is interested in learning crime prevention tips to keep your business safe, please send a message to ccastro@guamchamber.com.gu.

Chamber General Membership Meeting

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Hilton Guam Resort & Spa

11:00 am -1:00 pm

Let us welcome Rear Admiral Benjamin Nicholson, Commander, Joint Region Marianas (JRM) as he is the featured speaker at our general membership meeting held at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. The last update to the membership from JRM was in 2019 so we are excited to welcome the Admiral and hear his updates! We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

Toys for Tots Campaign

In partnership with the Marine Corps Activity Guam, we are excited to launch this year's Toys for Tots campaign. The official kick-off will be at our General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, September 28th at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa. All members attending the meeting are encouraged to bring a new and unwrapped toy to this event. 

If your company is interested in collecting toys for this worthy cause, please email Rebekah or contact the Chamber Team at 671-472-6311.

FREE WEBINAR: TECH TALKS

Take Charge of Your Networks

Friday, September 30th

9:00 - 10:00 am (CHsT)

Join DOCOMO PACIFIC and Plume® for the latest FREE webinar of our Tech Talks series on Friday, September 30 from 9:00am – 10:00am (CHST) as we hear from Seth Kaplan and Adam Thompson on How to Take Charge of Your Network. 

In this Tech Talk we discuss a small business revolution using managed Wi-Fi and how it delivers unprecedented visibility, security, and control, plus so many features that will help grow your business. You can also look forward to live Q&A at the end of the webinar!

Attend this event and you are automatically entered in a raffle to win a $100 DOCOMO PACIFIC Gift Certificate! + Get a FREE Complete Guide to Managed Wi-Fi e-book we’re sure you'll find valuable!

Learn more at info.docomopacific.com/techtalks!

AAP 2022 Virtual Door Knock Series

Friday, October 7, 2022

10:30 a.m. (CHST)

The next AmChams of Asia Pacific virtual door knock will be on the increasing restrictions of US outbound investment for China – what businesses in the region need to know on what is happening, what could happen and how this may impact the region.

Ryan Hass, Senior Fellow, Brookings Institute, and Senior Advisor, McLarty Associates, who served as the Director for China, Taiwan, and Mongolia at the National Security Council (2013-2017), will once again provide his insights to the AAP for this virtual door knock.

He will be joined by Christine Daya, Partner at DLA Piper. Her cross-border investment representations are focused on national security reviews before the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)

The session will be moderated by Steven Okun Chair of AAP and Senior Advisor at McLarty Associates.

"How to do Business with MWR" Presentation

Friday, October 14, 2022

9:00 - 11:00 am • $10.00 Admission Fee

In partnership with the Armed Forces Committee and Joint Region Marianas, members are invited to participate in this informative presentation to learn more about your company doing business with the MWR. 

Members who wish to attend this event, are asked to RSVP by Wednesday, October 12th. Seating is limited and reservations are highly encouraged. 

S.A.M.E. Guam Post Opens Registration For Guam Industry Forum 2022

Scheduled for November 14 -16th, the forum will discuss billions in Department of Defense projects slated for the next five years.

The Guam Post of the Society of American Engineers (S.A.M.E.) announced on August 25th the opening of registration for its Guam Industry Forum 2022 event from November 14-16, 2022, at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort. The three-day event will welcome speakers and attendees from around the globe to network with U.S. Military decision-makers and team up with other service providers for local contracts. To view more information about the Industry Forum, Click here

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Architectural and engineering service for GEDA programs and projects

The Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA) is requesting for proposals from individuals or firms to provide architectural and engineering services to assist in programs and projects to expand and improve Guam’s economy. GEDA anticipates the first project will be the Guam Green Markets Projects. The project is intended to repair, renovate, and storm-harden green market facilities in Agat, Mangilao and Sinajana to add space for small businesses and entrepreneurs at existing public markets.

The RFP is available for download on GEDA’s website at www.investguam.com. Submission deadline is Friday, October 7, 2022 at 4:00p.m. at the GEDA Office (ITC Building, Suite 511, Tamuning, Guam). Any questions may be forwarded to Melanie Mendiola at (671) 647-4332 or via email at procurement@investguam.com

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SBA Guam Branch Office

Seeks Nominations

National Small Business Week 2023

The SBA is proud to announce that its Guam Branch Office is ready to accept nominations for the 2023 National and Branch Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year Award. 

Guam Branch Office Small Business Week Categories:

• Small Business Person of the Year (National Award)
• Women in Business Small Business Champion of the Year (Local Award)
• Home-Based Business Champion of the Year (Local Award)
• Minority Small Business Champion of the Year (Local Award)
• Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year (Local Award)

View details here

Chamber group health plan

DID YOU KNOW?

Travel to the Philippines has opened up. To enter the Philippines, you will need your Travel Certification Letter. Contact us within two weeks of departure, via phone or email at service@calvos.com, and provide us with your dates of travel.

Ask SelectCare about our group Health Insurance Plan! Call (671) 472-6311 for details.

iCare4 USO Guam Wine Dinner

Saturday, October, 1, 2022

iCare4 signature wine dinner events presents an exclusive Heroes Night at the Capital kitchen located in airport road. Dinner starts at 6:00 pm and ends at 9:00 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm. $175 immerse in five-course dinner paired with exquisite wines. Attire: Island Cocktail. If you're interested on attending this wonderful night, please reserve your space with Valerie at (671) 683-3092 or email her at dosm@wgguam.com due to limited seating. Proceeds to benefit USO Guam.

ROAD CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT

October 2022 - May 2023

On October 2022 to May 2023, FULL ROAD CLOSURE for reconstruction of Ypao road between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road. Please take alternate routes. Drive safe, Guam!

Need a home for your business?

Ada's Trust has vacant spaces waiting your business to call home! They are located at Cliffline Office B, and Ada Shopping Center. Ada Plaza Center will be vacant coming January 2023. If you're interested, please contact Ada's Trust Property Management Team (671) 472-9830