Are you feeling the same summer vibes we are? Getting to work and play in
paradise Guam is something many of us take for granted. We hope that you
will find useful tidbits of information below while enjoying the many benefits of summer! Work hard - play hard! Happy Weekend!
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In Person General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
11:00 a.m. • $30.00 per person
Micronesian Ballroom, Hilton Guam Resort & Spa
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We are happy to announce that our June membership meeting will feature David Dell'Isola, Director of the Department of Labor.
The meeting will be taking place in person at the Micronesian Room, Hilton Guam Resort at 11:00 am.
This meeting is limited to those on a first come-first served basis. We ask that members register and pay prior to the event to secure your seat.
Learn more by clicking the RSVP link!
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Save these dates for our upcoming General Membership Meetings! |
July 28th, 10:00 a.m.
Featuring Artemio "Ricky" Hernandez, Guam Airport Authority
August 25th, 10:00 a.m.
Featuring John Benavente, Guam Power Authority
Event details will be sent via email as we get closer to the scheduled dates!
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Guam's NEW Vaccination Incentive |
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and the Guam Visitors Bureau have announced incentives to encourage more island residents to get vaccinated. All adult residents of Guam are eligible. Vaccinated adults can enter to win today.
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May Membership Meeting Recap |
We have had so many inquiries about our membership meeting in May featuring cyber security and fraud. If you weren't able to join the virtual meeting, click on the link and tune in to our YouTube page for some very interesting ways you can protect yourself and your company from cyber fraud. |
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Let's welcome our new members and give them a hand the next time you are in the market for their services!
Hornet International Inc.
671-646-9191
sales@hornetsportsguam.com
Hikko Lin, President
Loning Lin, Vice President
Jennie Chiu, Secretary
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Our P.O. Box is now closed. Please forward future mail to our physical location at:

372 West Soledad Avenue Hagåtña, Guam 96910
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Catherine was on The Link on Friday, June 4th. Tune in to hear the interview with Sabrina and Chris!
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PRESS RELEASE: DOA Releases Popular Annual Financial Report for FY2020 |
View the Annual Financial Report here! |
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America is facing a double-dose of workforce challenges: There are too many people without jobs. And there are too many jobs without people to fill them. The result: Too many businesses that can’t grow, compete, and thrive. And too many workers who can't realize their American dreams.
Through the America Works Initiative, we’re working to solve these issues. We're helping employers like you across the country develop and discover the talent you need. View the Workforce Call to Action Webinar here.
Click to view a one-pager from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Economic and Tax Policy Division which includes an overview on corporate tax rates, talking points, and additional resources.
Protect your workplace from the Flu: One-pager
Minority-owned businesses may be better positioned to take advantage of certain tax breaks and credits.
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MEMBER JOB POST
We are happy to share your job openings on our website!
to get started. These job postings are for Guam Chamber members in good standing.
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Our island has surpassed the goal to see 50% of our adult population vaccinated and we are well on our way to the final goal of 80% vaccination. We know that you have worked hard to get this point - We are almost there!
Let's encourage our colleagues, family and friends to learn more about the benefits of vaccinations and help them make the right choice. It's time to get back to business.
We miss you and look forward to engaging with you in person very soon! Biba Guam!
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Time to
Get Back to Business Guam!
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25 Million Vaccinations to Countries including the Pacific Islands |
The White House has announced that it will share the first 25 million doses of the 80 million pledged to global vaccination efforts.
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GVB Updates:
Guam Safe & WTTC Safe Travels Certification
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The mission of this program is to help rebuild confidence among the local community and visitors as travel restrictions ease and the tourism industry begins its revival. All businesses and establishments are encouraged to gain their Safe Guam & WTTC Certification.
It's an easy process - just click on the link to GVB's website, complete the application and upload your business reopening protocols which will be reviewed and approved by the Department of Public Health. Once your protocols are approved, your company will receive notice from the Guam Visitors Bureau and you will receive the certificates for display at your place of business. That's it - it's that easy!
Join us and lets help make the entire island Safe Guam and WTTC Certified!
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U.S. Small Business Administration Updates |
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General Services Administration’s (GSA) Federal Surplus Personal Property Donation Program enables certain non-federal organizations to obtain personal property that the federal government no longer needs.
The Veterans Small Business Enhancement Act of 2018, Public Law No. 115-416, amends the Small Business Act and directs the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to give eligible veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB) access to federally-owned surplus personal property as part of the GSA donation program. On November 2, 2020, SBA published a final rule providing regulatory guidance on how the law is to be implemented. As part of the final rule, the SBA is responsible for educating VOSBs on what is needed to participate in the surplus property program.
The SBA has developed this outreach kit with the goal of raising awareness about the surplus property program to the veteran business community. In this kit, you’ll find messaging and talking points, calls to action, promotional materials, and social media resources to help guide your outreach efforts. We encourage you to use this kit to help the SBA, GSA, and other surplus property stakeholders spread the word about this new opportunity for VOSBs.
Please review the attached fact sheet and the outreach kit for additional information. If you are seriously considering the program, please contact the following individual at the local GSA Office on Guam for additional information on the operations of the program.
Department of Administration
P.O. Box 884
Hagatna, Guam 96932
Phone: 671-475-1729 or 300-9198
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SBA provides a financial reprieve to existing borrowers during the pandemic. Learn more
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A summary of the criteria to meet when considering different funding options. Learn more.
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SBA Release: June 1, 2021 |
SBA Administrator Issues Statement on the
Closure of Paycheck Protection Program
PPP has provided nearly $800 billion to small businesses and nonprofits across the nation, fueling the economy by supporting over 8.5 million small businesses and nonprofits
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ESGR: USERRA
June 9, 2021
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
SHRM Members: $25.00 / Non-Members $30.00
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Do you want to know more about USERRA in the workplace?
SHRM Guam is happy to invite you to the next Breakfast Briefing: ESGR: USERRA. The event will be held virtually on June 9, 2021. SHRM Guam has invited the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) to deliver a presentation on USERRA. ESGR will break down employer and employee responsibilities for better understanding. HR Professionals, Supervisors, and managers are highly encouraged to attend.
- Employment and reemployment rights for reservists leaving for or returning from military service
- Avoiding workplace discrimination against employees in the Guard and Reserves
- Employer rights under USERRA
- Recommendations to reduce USERRA abuse by your employees
- Developing better relations with your employees’ military boss
- Advantages and opportunities of hiring reservists
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View the June/July live webinars with Guam PTAC:
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View the June live webinars with Guam SBDC:
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Sending warm wishes to CAPT Chase who recently relinquished command of U.S. Coast Guard Sector Guam to CAPT Nicholas Simmons. Chamber President Catherine Castro and AFC Chairman Phillip Santos presented an appreciation plaque in recognition of CAPT Chase's dedication to our country and long lasting friendship with the People of Guam by the Guam Chamber of Commerce Armed Forces Committee. |
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Guam Chamber of Commerce • 472-6311/ 8001 • info@GuamChamber.com.gu |
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