23/04/2026
A heartfelt thank you to our outstanding career panelists and workshop presenters who made Guam Community College’s EDGE Student Conference on Friday, April 10, 2026 such a meaningful and impactful experience!
Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ to our career panelists for sharing your expertise, insights, and professional journeys - helping our students gain valuable perspective as they prepare for success in both the classroom and the workforce:
• Judith T. Won Pat, Ed.D., Acting Superintendent, Guam Department of Education
• Jennifer R. Cruz, MSN, RN-BC, Chief Nursing and Ancillary Officer, Guam Regional Medical City
• David Gibson, Chief Executive Officer, IT&E
• Tricia Lizama, Ph.D., LCSW, Professor of Social Work, University of Guam
• Connie Moral-Mayers, Workforce Development Advisory Committee Member and Adjunct Instructor, Hospitality and Tourism Department, Guam Community College
We also extend our sincere appreciation to our dedicated SkillsShop presenters for equipping our students with practical skills and knowledge to strengthen their GCC EDGE in the workplace:
• Taylor Crisostomo, SHRM-CP, HR Manager – Talent Development & Experience, Docomo Pacific
• Pilar Pangelinan, Professor, Accounting, Guam Community College
• Ma. Cristina Bansil, CPA, Chief Financial Officer, Security Title, Inc.
• Vanessa Valencia, Senior Budget Analyst, Office of Finance and Budget, Guam Legislature
• Mercedes Poliarco, CGFM, General Accounting Supervisor, Guam Waterworks Authority
• Jenine Damian, LMSW, Counselor, WestCare Pacific Islands, Inc.
• Christina Benavente, SHRM-SCP, Human Resources Manager, POI Aviation Guam
• Sean Lizama, Instructor, Visual Communications, Guam Community College
• Sally Sablan, Career Counselor, Guam Community College
• Troy Lizama, Career Counselor, Guam Community College
Because of your time and commitment, our students are better prepared to pursue their academic and professional goals with confidence.