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FINA SISU, Saipan — She took a viral Middle Eastern confection and turned it into one of Saipan’s most sought-after desserts—putting a once “hidden café” firmly on the map in the process.

Chocolate has been one of the most stable market segments within the global food and confectionary industry.

Persistence and purpose can be driving attributes of successful businesspeople. But we all had to start somewhere. Along the way each of us learns from a mentor or through experience the valuable lessons that define our style of management, and what we believe to be our guiding lights, and so with maturity comes wisdom. Leading and longtime businesspeople in the islands share one important lesson that they have learned along the way.

Guam residents are not only fond of eating out, they enjoy snacks to keep their energy level high and for sheer enjoyment. Here are some of the multiple offerings available on-island, and some familiar businesspeople with their favorite snacks.

For Jay and Jacob Jones, their respective transitions into the family business weren’t difficult considering their shared love for vehicles. They’re both family members and employees of Triple J Enterprises Inc. which has different subsidiaries in Guam and in the region. But how does this father and son dynamic play out in business? Let’s take a closer look.

In Guam, a growing number of business leaders, from the first gentleman to senators to CEOs and consultants, are embracing beards as part of their professional image. We spoke with these professionals, spanning various industries, who view facial hair as a symbol of confidence and individuality, integrating it seamlessly into their personal brands while challenging traditional norms of corporate appearance.

Everybody has something that they are willing to splurge on, spend time and money on that brings them joy and makes all the difference to the hard work they do – luxuries and sometimes simple pleasures. Several businesspeople shared with MBJ what makes them happy.