Over 25 Kid Entrepreneurs ready to launch their businesses at The Neni Market™ Made with Ma’åse
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- Nov 18
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Creativity Meets Community, Commerce, and Care at The Neni Market at the Village of Donki
Tamuning, GUAM – The Neni Market™, powered by Inspire Marianas together with the Guam Visitors Bureau and presented by IT&E and IP&E, is excited to welcome the community to its biggest youth entrepreneurship event yet—featuring talented kid entrepreneurs from all three program cycles since launching in 2022.
To date, Inspire Marianas has guided over 70 aspiring kid entrepreneurs through its 4-week accelerated entrepreneurship program, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and community support needed to bring their ideas to life.
More than 25 of these young creators, ages 7–12 (and one exceptional 6-year-old!), will be selling handmade and locally sourced products crafted with love, gratitude, and island pride. The event also features live local performances, family-friendly activities, DIY crafts, face painting, and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. Pacific Points will also activate a special opportunity for attendees to earn free points just for supporting the EntrepreNeni’s.
This year’s market highlights several breakout “Entrepreneni” stars, including:
Ezra O’Brien of Guihan Art, who creates stunning artwork using the fish he catches to promote Chamoru culture and the fish of the Marianas;
Rosario Peralta of Sleepy Sprouts, offering beautifully handmade crochet good and more;
CalBros owners Juanny & Jimmy Calvo, sharing trendy products inspired by their passion for fishing and animals;
Ria Estavillo of Blooming with Ria, designing 3-D printed keychains that double as sensory toys;
Guinaiya Borja of Mama’s Neni, creating handmade local jewelry to celebrate and share Chamoru culture through her craft.
“These kids continue to amaze us,” said Victor Calvo, President of Inspire Marianas. “From 3-D printing to traditional craftsmanship, their creativity and dedication reflect the innovative spirit of our next generation.”
Logan Tisue, mentor and program coordinator for The Neni Market, added, “Watching their ideas become real products is incredible. Their passion and willingness to learn show that age doesn’t limit creativity or entrepreneurship.”
The Neni Market™ is made possible through the support of local businesses that value creativity, community, and youth development—helping build a space where kids can connect, create, share, and grow.
Event Details:
What: The Neni Market™ Made with Ma’åse
Who: 25+ Kid Entrepreneurs (Ages 7–12) from all 3 cycles (2022–present), plus special guest Neni entrepreneur age 6
Where: Village of Donki, Tamuning, Guam
Features: Kid-made products, DIY crafts, local performances, live music, face painting, raffles, and opportunities to earn Pacific Points
Join us for a day where creativity meets community, commerce, and care for our island—and for the visitors who come to experience it.
For more information about The Neni Market™ and participating vendors, please contact Inspire Marianas by visiting our website at www. inspiremarianas.org or following us on social media @thenenimarket and @inspiremarianas
About Inspire Marianas:Inspire Marianas empowers youth through programs that foster creativity, entrepreneurship, community engagement and more.
Our Mission: To inspire the People of the Marianas to connect, create, share, and grow together, one project at a time.
About The Neni Market™: The Neni Market™ provides children with hands-on business experience while celebrating the spirit of Ma’åse—creating with love and gratitude.
Any further questions, please contact:
Victor Calvo, President of Inspire Marianas / Director of The Neni Market (671)777-5732
Si Yu’os Ma’ase for your support. Biba! Neni Market!!!
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