A ribbon cutting that marked more than just a reopening, bringing local creativity front and center at Guam Premier Outlets.

The GUMA Maker’s Market is bringing together more than 30 small businesses under one roof, showcasing products made by and for Guam.

Each product is rooted in culture, craft, and community. This newly curated space is designed to give local entrepreneurs what they’ve long needed: Visibility, access, and opportunity.

“Today is more than just a ribbon cutting, it is a new chapter for GUMA,” said Monica Guzman, Executive Director of GUMA.

The market is a collaboration between GUMA, DFS Guam, Calvo Value Retail, and GPO’s new ownership, Premier Commercial Development.

For those behind it, this is more than retail, it’s a platform for possibility.

“Here you see a local owner of a space, here you see a local owner of retailing, here you see a local person start up the GUMA program. I remember vividly Monica came to my office and said I have this great idea about a cottage industry. I want to be a house of training, the know-how, the information to get out people going,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero.

DFS Guam also stepped in, donating fixtures, design, and infrastructure to help turn vision into reality.

For longtime supporters, the impact of GUMA speaks for itself.

“I'd like to thank GUMA, for partnering with us, with training and mentoring entrepreneurs and artists for the past 12 years, they have done so much good for the island. For Guam, and I'd like to thank them for partnering with us and giving us this opportunity,” said Leonard Calvo, President of Calvo Value Retail.

From handcrafted goods to locally inspired creations, each product tells a story of culture, resilience, and innovation. And for many of these entrepreneurs, this space is more than a store, it’s a stepping stone.

“I want to thank the entrepreneurs you do incredible things that none of us can do on our own. I am not only a supporter, but I also use it. I use kingfisher noni oil that does wonders, dinanche, I like everything Guam, I believe in these products...and I want everyone to do their part and share with the island and the world,” added Calvo.

The GUMA Maker’s Market is officially open, welcoming shoppers daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at GPO.

A space built by the community for the community.

The re-opening ceremony held Friday at GPO, kicking off a new chapter for Guam's small business scene.