GTA Employees Receive President’s Volunteer Service Awards

Tamuning, Guam, Thursday, April 28, 2022- GTA employees continue to inspire the island community in everything they do, including giving back to the local community in meaningful ways through the company's Team Up for Guam Volunteer Program.

In celebration of National Volunteers Week last week, GTA announced that three members of GTA received the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) for their contribution to giving over hundreds of hours to non-profit organizations and supporting communities in need.  The PVSA Bronze Medal awardees include Guadalupe Guzman (Permitting and Quality Control), Steve Jackson (Service Solutions Tech II), Judy Rosario (Sales Director). They each received a certificate, coin, medallion, and a congratulatory letter from President Joe Biden.

Roland Certeza, President and CEO of GTA, says, "I'm passionate about giving back to our community. We are so integrated here in Guam, and our vision starts with inspiration- inspiring this community in everything we do. The things we do in our community make an impact. Congratulations to Lupe, Steve, and Judy for a job well done!"

Guadalupe Guzman is an advocate for foster families and children. She's a member of the Sanctuary Board and an active member of the Santa Rita Municipal Council. Steve Jackson frequently volunteers at the Sagan Kotturan Chamoru Cultural Center and is involved in his village community (MongMong). Judy Rosario actively volunteers with Mañelu and serves on various non-profit boards.

GTA started an employee volunteer program and became a certifying PVSA organization in 2021. Through the PVSA, employees and families are eligible to receive the award. It is open to volunteers ages five years and older. Recipients must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States.

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About GTA

GTA is Guam’s leading telecommunications provider, delivering advanced connectivity solutions for residential, business, and government customers across the island. GTA’s services include high-speed fiber internet, 5G wireless mobility, and advanced voice and data services for business and carrier customers that support critical infrastructure, enterprise operations, and everyday communications.

GTA operates secure, locally managed data center facilities on Guam and plays a key role in the island’s digital ecosystem through ownership and operation of Guam’s first locally owned cable landing station and data center in Piti. GTA operates three data centers, with its newest facility, GU3 in Alupang, set to be completed in Q1 2026. Together with its subsea cable investments and network infrastructure, these facilities strengthen Guam’s position as a strategic digital gateway in the Pacific while ensuring reliable, resilient connectivity for the community.

Based in Tamuning, Guam, GTA is a U.S.-owned, locally managed company with nearly 75 years of service to Guam and a long-standing commitment to advancing the island’s digital future.

More information is available at www.gta.net.

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