GTA Supports the 2025 Malesso' Crab Festival

(Malesso', Guam) Tuesday, March 19, 2025 – GTA is proud to announce its $1,000 sponsorship of the upcoming Gupot CHamoru Crab Festival in Malesso', scheduled from March 28 to 30, 2025, at the Malesso' pier. Now in its 17th year, the festival is set to draw thousands of residents to the southern village.

The festival will feature food and game concessions, offering attendees a variety of local delicacies and entertainment options. A highlight of the event is the popular crab catching competition, which returns this year to the delight of festivalgoers. ​

Reflecting on GTA's partnership with the Malesso' community, Michele Catahay Perez, Director of Community Relations at GTA, stated, "Our support for the Crab Festival reflects our commitment to preserving Malesso’s rich culture. Last year, we gifted the village a mural by local artist Lee San Nicolas, celebrating its history. We’re honored to continue this tradition and support this year’s festival, bringing our island together and strengthening community connections."

Malesso' Mayor Franklin Champaco said, "GTA’s support helps unite our community and celebrate Malesso’s traditions. Their contributions leave a lasting impact, and we’re grateful for their continued partnership."

Attendees can anticipate a weekend filled with cultural displays, culinary delights, and family-friendly activities that honor the heritage of Malesso'.

GTA remains dedicated to initiatives that enrich the communities it serves, fostering connections and celebrating the island's diverse cultural landscape.

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Photo Caption (L-R): Pictured at the GTA Headquarters in Upper Tumon

Nate Denight, VP of Product and Marketing

Blaine Cruz, Community Maintenance Worker, Malesso' Mayor's Office

Franklin Champaco, Malesso' Mayor

Michele Catahay Perez, Director of Community Relations

Chelsea Paulett, Community and Public Relations Coordinator

About GTA

GTA provides complete communications services in Guam. These include local and long-distance telephone service, 3G, LTE, and 5G mobility service, High Speed Internet Access, Dedicated Ethernet, Carrier-Class High Capacity Services over SONET and SDH networks, and advanced television, or IPTV. GTA operates a data center on Guam offering a secure, managed environment for customers who need an alternative site for business data storage. The company also runs Guam’s first locally owned cable landing station and data center in Piti.

Based in Tamuning, Guam, GTA is a U.S. and locally owned company and locally managed. The company’s website is www.gta.net.

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