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About John Burrows

John Burrows grew up in the moving industry, starting by sweeping warehouses and conducting surveys for the family business while still in high school. In 1992, Richard DeWitt invited John to help expand the family business and manage DeWitt Guam. Over the past 30 years, John has held numerous roles within the moving industry and has developed extensive expertise in moving to, from, and within Guam. Today, he serves as the Chairman of the International Association of Movers, the world’s largest organization for movers, advocating for moving businesses of all sizes and locations. Through his blogs, John shares his unique experience, knowledge, and perspective, providing valuable insights to readers worldwide.

Finding a Home: Guam Real Estate

As you plan your move to Guam, it's easy to imagine enjoying the outdoor lifestyle and mild climate. From scuba diving at the beach to shopping at a vibrant retail center, Guam lives up to its reputation as a tropical paradise with a modern vibe. The rich Chamorro culture that lives on in traditional food, festivals and art also sends a welcoming message to newcomers. But what about living on Guam? Finding a new place to call home in a distant locale can be daunting, especially if you're thinking about purchasing vs. renting a home. Realty listings can be confusing if you don't know much [...]

By |2025-02-11T23:15:20+00:00January 27th, 2017|Living in Guam, Moving Tips, Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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Guam Buildup News and Updates

The Guam Buildup is Unofficially Underway. Construction projects for the Guam buildup have begun. The buildup will provide support facilities for the relocation of approximately 5,000 Marines and their families from Okinawa, Japan. The massive, gradual relocation operation will create 20 years worth of population growth in Guam over the course of five years and result in an investment of more than $23.9 billion according to some estimates. DeWitt Guam knows that planning is an important key to managing large projects. This update page is to Make it Easy and help keep you informed about the buildup construction news that may affect you and your business. Bookmark this [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:02:20+00:00November 8th, 2016|Industry News, Living in Guam|0 Comments
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Q&A: SOLAS VGM Equivalency

Q: What is the reason for the VGM amendments to SOLAS regulation VI/2? A: There are concerns around improperly declaring the gross mass of a packed container. Safety risks emerge if discrepancies between gross mass and actual gross mass go unnoticed. According to the International Maritime Organization: discrepancies “could have an adverse impact on the safety of the ship, seafarers and shore-side workers, by leading to incorrect vessel stowage decisions and potentially collapsed container stacks or loss of containers overboard.” The goal of the regulation is to provide increased accuracy and accountability regarding the gross mass of a packed container. Q: What is the reason for [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:02:20+00:00June 22nd, 2016|Business Tips|0 Comments
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Food Donations From Your Move Can Help Kids

Fact: Over 40,000 people who live in Guam receive food assistance each year. Many of those in need are children. With times getting tighter, these numbers are dramatically increasing. Thousands in our community need your help. As you are aware, many people throw out a good deal of “stuff” when they move. Unfortunately a lot of this “stuff” is food that can be delivered to a family in need. That’s why DeWitt Guam has teamed up with Move For Hunger to support Guam’s food banks. Please set aside any unwanted, non-perishable food items before your move and DeWitt Guam will deliver the food to local food banks. Move For Hunger is a [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:02:20+00:00May 12th, 2016|Company News, Living in Guam|0 Comments
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DeWitt Guam Contributes to Operation Christmas Drop

Edited: 12/15/2020 Have you heard the buzz about Netflix's holiday romantic comedy, Operation Christmas Drop? If you're here on Guam, maybe you caught a glimpse of the cast and crew as they filmed the movie on location. (They even got permission to film on base at Andersen!) DeWitt Guam has been a proud partner of the real-life Operation Christmas Drop since 1995. Given our experience with the program, you might wonder what we thought about the movie. Our CEO, John Burrows, watched the film and thought that "it certainly was a great film to highlight both some of the things that can happen out there [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:02:21+00:00February 8th, 2016|Company News|0 Comments
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Guam Chamber of Commerce hosted the 8th Annual Small Business Expo & Outreach Exhibition

8th Annual Small Business Expo & Outreach Exhibitor L - R:  Joyce Diamadi, Records Account Manager, Jerryzza Cuenco, Records Sales Coordinator &    Lori San Nicolas, Approved Guam Account Manager DeWitt Moving & Storage, DeWitt Records Management, Approved Freight Forwarders & DeWitt Trucking Services participated as Exhibitor on  June 28th, 2012 at Guam Marriott Hotel for 8th Annual Small Business Expo & Outreach Exhibitors to promote  products and services to the local community/businesses

By |2024-09-06T16:02:21+00:00October 19th, 2015|Company News|0 Comments
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