The Top Volunteer of the Year 2009 Award was given to CCCG in recognition of outstanding contribution and support to the Salvation Army Guam Corps in conjunction with the Miracle Toy Drive during the Christmas Season in 2009. Nearly 2200 toys were donated by the CCCG to needy children. The Award Ceremony took place at the Salvation Army in April, 2010.
Ms. Anna Kao Wins the 2010 Businesswoman of the Year Award
May 3, 2010
Ms. Anna Wang Kao, Founder and President of Genghis Khan Furniture, at the Gala Dinner held at the Hyatt Regency Guam on April 24, 2010, won the highly prestigious 2010 Businesswoman of the Year Award. The award is given annually by the First Hawaiian Bank and Guam Business to an outstanding businesswoman in recognition of her success in business and significant contributions to the community through charity and other humanistic services. Ms. Anna Wang Kao is a Past Vice President of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam.
Mama Shirley Lai Wins the 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award
May 3, 2010
The late Mama Shirley Lai, the Founder of Shirley’s Coffee Shop on Guam and in the CNMI, at the Gala Dinner held at the Hyatt Regency Guam on April 24, 2010, won the highly prestigious 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is given annually by the First Hawaiian Bank and Guam Business to an outstanding businesswoman in recognition of her lifetime success in business and significant contributions to the community through charity and other humanistic services. The award was accepted by all the Lai Children on behalf of their mother.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has given highly coveted awards to the following CCCG members in three separate categories including:
1) 2010 Small Business Person of the Year to Mr. Fong Wu, President of Sunny Wholesale and Pago Bay Resort. Mr. Fong Wu serves as CCCG Vice President.
2) 2010 SBA Minority Small Business Champion of the Year to Mr. Jack W. W. Chan, Vice President and co-owner, Kwong Hwa Trading Co. (Guam) inc. dba Home Mart. Mr. Jack W. W. Chan serves as a Director on the CCCG Board of Directors and Chairman of the CCCG Membership Committee.
3) 2010 SBA Women in Business Champion of the Year to Mrs. Linda L. Tung, President of GIT International Tours Inc. Mrs. Linda L. Tung serves as Chairwoman of the CCCG Tourism Committee.
An Official Ceremony by the US SBA Guam Branch for the above awards was held at the Multi-Purpose Conference Center at the newly completed Latte of Freedom at Adelup, presided by Governor Felix Camacho, First Lady Joann Camacho, U.S. Congresswoman Madeleine Z. Bordallo, and Mr. Ken Lujan, USSBA Guam Branch Manager. A Reception at the Government House followed in the evening of April 1, 2010.
Mr. Jerry Tan Wins the 2009 Executive of the Year Award
May 3, 2010
Mr. Jerry Cho Yee Tan, President of Tan Holdings, won the highly coveted 2009 Executive of the Year Award at the Gala Dinner held on January 17, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency, Guam. The award is given annually by Guam Business to an outstanding businessman in recognition of his success and significant contributions to our community through civic and humanitarian activities.
Mr. Alexandre Rego Receives the Ancient Order of Chamori Award at the 2010 Quality Cup Gala
May 3, 2010
For his outstanding contributions to the development of sports, especially football, on Guam, Mr. Alexandre Rego was given the Ancient Order of Chamori Award from Lt. Governor Mike Cruz at the Award Ceremony of the 2010 Quality Cup Tournament held at the Hilton Hotel Marianas Ballroom on February 28, 2010. Present at the Award Ceremony were his lovely wife, family members and their friends from Hong Kong and Macau.
CCCG’s Executive Committee Chairman and Past President Alfred Lam became Guam’s Ambassador of Goodwill appointed by Governor Felix Camacho during the CCCG’s New Year Gala (5 Tigers Gala) held at the Hyatt Regency in Tumon Bay, Guam on February 5, 2010. Other CCCG officers who hold the Ambassadorship are CCCG President George Lai and Vice President Fong Wu. Congratulations to All the Ambassadors!
CCCG Vice President Richard K. Lai Plays a Major Role in EAFF Championship Games in 2010
May 3, 2010
CCCG Vice President Richard K. Lai played a major role in the East Asian Football Federation’s Championship Games held at the National Stadium in Tokyo in February, 2010. Mr. Richard K. Lai is the Finance Committee Chairman of the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF). He is an ex-Commissioner of both EAFF and Asian Football Confederation (AFC). Mr. Jerry Tan represented the CNMI at the EAFF Championship Games in Tokyo with his family. Others who were present were CCCG President George Lai and his lovely wife Debbie, Mr. Richard Lai’s family, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Tan, Dr. and Mrs. Will Cann, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Rego of Hong Kong/Macau, Dr. Rebecca Stephenson, and Dr. Hiro Kurashina.
On behalf of the 2010 CCCG Directory Committee, we are most pleased to inform you that the new CCCG Directory for the Year of the Tiger has been successfully printed in Hong Kong
and the shipment has arrived ahead of time on Guam. The Directory Committee began its work on August 19, 2009 and systematically carried out all necessary tasks until its completion.
The Committee members met on a regular basis to plan and perform complex activities step by step. Ad solicitation, article preparation, design work, booklet layout, photo selection, and all other tasks were coordinated among the members of the Committee in a professional and friendly manner. It has been a great privilege to be able to work with so many dedicated and talented people along the way. Having met and exceeded the goal for ad solicitation ($50,000), the next goal was the production of 1500 copies of the new Directory in time for the 2010 Gala Chinese New Year Party to be held on February 5, 2010. We are happy to report, once again, that CCCG will be able to distribute the new 2010 CCCG Membership Directory to its members at the Gala at the Hyatt. Advance copies will be circulated to BOD members at our next Board meeting next week.
Taking this opportunity, all of us extend our sincere appreciation to you for your kind cooperation. Without your support and understanding, we could not come this far. We thank all of you and extend our very best wishes for the Chinese New Year!
Hiro Kurashina, Ph.D., Chair and Presidential Advisor
eter Chui, Co-Chair, and Treasurer
Pelin Randall, Board Secretary
Cencio Tan C. Vy, Vice President
Gary Sung, Director
Tria Paulino, Account Executive, Ideal Advertising
Xiaoling Tao, Public Relations Committee Chairwoman
Largest single Guam donor: Chinese Chamber of Commerce President George Lai, seated third from right, together with other Chinese Chamber members on Guam, present a $25,000 check donation on behalf of the organization to American Red Cross Guam Chapter Executive Director Chita Blaise, seated center, for the Haiti Relief Drive during the donation's handoff yesterday. First lady Joann Camacho, seated second from left, also presented an $8,000 donation gathered from a collection drive organized by the governor and first lady's offices, Guam Fire Department, Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, and Guam Homeland Security on Jan. 20. The sum will be sent to help Haiti recover from the recent devastating earthquake. (Jacqueline Hernandez/Pacific Daily News/jhernande7)
Historic Power Lunch: Leaders of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam meet with the Leaders of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Guam
On August 5, 2009, the leaders of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam hosted a “Power Lunch” to meet with the leaders of the “Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Guam” (Department of Commerce within the Japan Club of Guam) at the VIP Room of Samurai Restaurant in Tumon Bay. During this landmark meeting by the leaders of the two organizations, many issues of mutual interest, including future cooperation, were discussed. CCCG President George Lai and Japan Club President Takaharu Sakurai made a friendly handshake at the Power Lunch.
The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam held its successful and memorable Spring 2009 Sunset Mixer on May 20, 2009 at Government House. Nearly 30 VIP Sponsors gave their generous support for the event. Some 350 people were in attendance, including many CCCG members, island dignitaries, and community leaders. Thanks to all the VIP sponsors and all those who provided their kind assistance. Special appreciation is extended to Governor Felix Camacho and First Lady Joann Camacho for making the Government House available for the wonderful event. During the Mixer, new CCCG members received their membership certificates. Kudos to the CCCG Program Committee chaired by Mr. Peter Lai.
Meeting Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou at the Presidential Palace
May 20, 2009
Officers of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam, President George Lai, Executive Vice President Albert Wu, Vice President Fong Wu, as well as Presidential Advisor Dr. Hiro Kurashina, and Director Alice Chou of UCAG, were members of the Delegation led by Governor Felix Camacho of Guam to Taiwan during May 13 -17, 2009. President George Lai and Vice President Fong Wu are both Ambassadors of Goodwill of Guam appointed by Governor Felix Camacho. The fifteen-member Delegation also included First Lady Joann Camacho and members of GEDCA, Guam Museum Association and the Office of the Governor. The main mission of the visit included reaffirming the Sister City Relationship between Taipei and Hagatna that was established by the late Governor Carlos Camacho in 1973; promoting Guam for business opportunities; and enhancing Guam as an attractive destination for Taiwanese tourists traveling abroad. The Delegation visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Office of Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou, the Taipei City Mayor's Office, the Taiwan Power Company, Taipei International Trade Center, the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund, and the Port of Kaohsiung. The Delegation was courteously received by the leaders of Taiwan at all places called upon during the visit.
Mr. Fong S. Wu, Vice President of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam and the Current President of the Guam Chinese School Foundation, was honored by Governor Felix Camacho and First Lady Joann Camacho at a dinner reception held on March 23, 2009 at the Government House. Mr. Fong S. Wu has been active in promoting goodwill and friendly relations between Guam, USA, and Taiwan, Republic of China, for many decades. Most recently, he coordinated the successful Chinese Gourmet Food Festival held at the Sheraton Laguna Hotel in Tamuning on March 22, 2009. The event attracted more than 1,000 people who were there to enjoy some ninety-one traditional and modern Chinese gourmet food items. Taiwan media were there to record the successful Chinese Gourmet Food Festival.
Mr. Fong S. Wu received the title of "Ambassador of Goodwill" from Governor Felix Camacho and First Lady Joann Camacho at the appreciation dinner reception held at the Government House for his outstanding contributions as a civic leader of the Guam Chinese Community.
Hundreds of people turned out yesterday for the Chinese Gourmet Festival at the Sheraton Laguna Guam Resort and Spa. More than 700 people attended last night’s event, event coordinated Fong S. Wu said. "We're very appreciative of the turnout."
CCCG announces it's New Officers, Directors & Committee Chairs
February 23, 2009
The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Guam elected its new Board of Directors at its annual meeting conducted at the Sandcastle on January 21, 2009. The Board met for its first meeting on January 30,2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCCG Conference Room. The following individuals are the new Officers, Directors, and Committee Chairs of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for 2009 to 2011.
The presence of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce overshadowed all other groups from Guam at the reception. Some people were lucky enough to shake hands with the Honorable Ike Skelton. As Guam moves ahead with the military buildup, the CODEL reception was another important milestone along the paths of economic development on Guam.
It is with a great deal of pride that I announce the election results for the new Board of Directors of the
Guam Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The election was held during the Annual Meeting on January 21st in
conjunction with the Chinese New Year Party celebrating the Year of the Ox.
