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Governor Directs Another $5M
to Support Small Businesses
On Thursday, November 30, 2023, Governor Lou Leon Guerrero signed Executive Order 2023-15 relative to establishing a second round of Local Employers' Assistance Program (LEAP) Supplemental Grant. The executive order allocates $5 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding towards LEAP II and directs the Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA) to administer the program. These funds are in addition to the $15 million made available through Public law No. 37-15, which Governor Leon Guerrero signed into law in May 2023.
To read more on the immediate release from the office of the Governor, it is available by clicking here!
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Operation Magof na Espiritu
In the spirit of giving, the Chamber Team will be putting together a Christmas Care Package for military service men and women who are away from their families and stationed this season.
We are seeking your assistance in creating sealed cookies/candies to assemble 100 care packages that are extra special and memorable. We kindly advise that homemade goods won't be accepted at this time. Check and monetary donations are also acceptable and your Chamber Team will procure the items needed for you! The deadline for contributions is Monday, December 11, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber Office in Upper Tumon.
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AAP 2023
Virtual DoorKnock Series
AmChams of Asia Pacific will be hosting a virtual DoorKnock Series featuring Sharon Yuan, Counselor and IPEF Chief Negotiator, U.S. Department of Commerce and will be covering on IPEF: The Road Forward on Friday, December 8, 2023, From 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm (CHsT). This virtual doorknock will be moderated by Steven R. Okun, Chair, AAP Senior Advisor, McLarty Associates.
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2024 GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE OFFERING
Learn more and enroll before December 15th!
Qualified Guam Chamber members can avail of the annual health insurance group program with Calvo's SelectCare for the policy year 2024.
All companies currently enrolled must renew before Friday, December 8th at 12:00 noon. Visit with a SelectCare professional via Zoom scheduled for Wednesday, December 13th, or Thursday, December 14th at 10:00 am by clicking on the registration links below.
Additionally, as part of your annual underwriting requirements, please submit the following if you haven't done so already. Incomplete submissions may result in lapse of coverage.
- 2023 3rd and 4th Quarter SWICA
- 2024 GHIA Form
- Waiting period
Chamber members must be a member in good standing and have met underwriting guidelines to be eligible. Please contact your Chamber Office for additional information:
(671) 472-6311.
A Zoom link will be sent to you via email a day prior to these events.
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2023 Annual Report
What a year it has been! Your Chamber Team has compiled an annual report filled with information on the programs and activities of the organization over the past year. Do you remember all the things that we have accomplished this year? So many wonderful memories of this year's events filled with great times with our awesome members and partners! Click the button below to view our 2023 annual report.
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Toys for Tots Collection Sights
The Chamber sends a huge "Thank You!" to our fantastic member companies that have opened their doors as toy drop-off sites for new and unwrapped toys in support of this year's campaign.
We would like to remind our members that the deadline for toy collection is scheduled for Friday, December 8, 2023. Need help trying to find the perfect gift? We are here for you! Download our holiday gift guide by clicking here or the button below!
Let's bring joy this holiday season!🚂🧸
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Chamber Member Spotlight Podcast
Episode 4 is NOW AVAILABLE 🎧
Your Guam Chamber Small Business Focus and Development Committee is pleased to present Episode 4 of Season 2, spotlighting Siska Hutapea, President of Cornerstone Valuation, who provides insight into her business and the Guam real estate economy. This episode was hosted by Guam Chamber Board Director, Chris Duenas.
Click your favorite links below to hear
Ms. Siska's Story!
Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Youtube
Stay connected with us on our social media platforms for the announcements of our upcoming events and new episode releases! Click your go-to social media platforms below and follow us!
Instagram • Facebook • X • LindkedIn
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VOTERS TRUST AMERICAN FREE ENTERPRISE
As the 2024 election season kicks into high gear, the message is clear: whether they are courting Republican, Democratic, or Independent voters, candidates will be well-served to run on an agenda that champions American business, supports jobs and free enterprise, and rejects government intrusion in business decisions.
Recent polling conducted on behalf of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce illustrates that voters are supportive of pro-growth policies and pro-business candidates who will help businesses create jobs.
Here's a look into what the data tells us:
- Voters overwhelmingly think business is a force for good;
- Voters trust their employers, small businesses, businesses in their communities and large businesses;
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Voters, especially Republicans, prefer the free market to government management and oversight;
- Republicans, Independents, and more than a quarter of Democrats prefer candidates who oppose micromanagement of business decisions;
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Voters support a wide-range of pro-growth policies;
- Majorities of Republicans, Independents, and Democrats are more likely to support a candidate described as pro-business.
The impact on the presidential election: To dive deeper and to see some recent polling on the approval rating of President Biden, click here.
THE WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE
Today, in our post-pandemic environment, Twenty percent (20%) of the business entities that we represent are directly involved in Guam's construction industry, another 20% are directly involved in the tourism industry, and 32% of our membership is directly involved in our wholesale and retail industries.
Approximately seventy percent of our membership is made up of small businesses with an annual gross income of less than $5 million. Learn more here.
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Santa Flight
Saturday, December 2, 2023
The HSC-25 invites the community to celebrate the Holidays with HSC-25 as they fly Santa Claus on a tour around Guam. This Santa Flight is their way of spreading joy this holiday season and giving back to the island community.
Flight schedules are listed as follows:
- 10:00 am: Anderson Airforce Base, Yigo
- 10:10 am: Univerity of Guam, mangilao
- 10:15 am: Pago Bay, Chalan Pago
- 10:25 am: Talo'fo'fo
- 10:35 am: Merizo
- 10:45 am: Agat Bay
- 10:50 am: U.S. Naval Base Guam, Santa Rita
- 11:00 am: U.S. Naval Hospital, Agana Heights
- 11:05 am: Gov. Richardo J. Bardallo Complex, Adelup
- 11:20 am: Tumon Bay
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Jingle Bell
2K & 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, December 3, 2023
The Hilton Guam Resort & Spa will be hosting its 2k & 5k run/walk scheduled for Sunday, December 3, 2923 at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa. Arrival time will begin at 5:30 am and the race will start at 6:00 am.
This event is to benefit the Mañe'lu. Register today by scanning the QR code or online at the Hiltons website!
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2023
Industry Recovery Updates
Click here
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View Guam APEX
Accelerators
December 2023
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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Member2Member Benefits Program
Announcement: SPPC has just informed us that the special deal for Chamber members ends this month on November 20th because they have something special to announce. Stay tuned to their social media platforms for details
Member2Member deals provide members an opportunity to save money on services and goods. This program offers participating members a vehicle to expose their business, products, and services to thousands of employees of fellow Chamber members. Offers include discounts or very special deals on office supplies, advertising, entertainment, insurance, auto services, catering, meeting spaces, and more.
Join our member companies who have offered their special deals to Chamber Members!
Access Medical Transport
Busy Ant Marketing
Docomo Pacific
Hotel Nikko Guam
Jaded & Cure
Market Research & Development, Inc.
MBC, Inc GU
Norman & Son, LLC
Promotions Specialties
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Christmas playlist in full gear!
'Tis the season for all things jolly and bright! Here's a playlist to get you in the spirit while decorating for the holidays, having some company over, doing a drive-by to watch holiday light displays, or even enjoying some sweet treats with your loved ones! Give our playlist a listen by clicking here!
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