Remiliza is a distinguished public health expert and consultant specializing in regulatory compliance, health, and sanitation. As the founder of RIO Consultants & Trading—established in 2023—she provides essential guidance to Guam businesses, helping them secure necessary licenses, permits, and regulatory compliance, from pre-construction plan reviews to facility evaluations and operational licensing RIO Consultants & Trading.

A former Environmental Public Health Officer at Guam’s Department of Public Health and Social Services, Remiliza led initiatives in sanitation oversight across food facilities, child care centers, and schools. She is a certified ServSafe® Food Protection Manager instructor and exam proctor, in addition to being a Basic Training-A Trainer recognized by the Guam EPA.

Geraldine “Geri” Unpingco is a Certified Parent Instructor since 2021 (AJ
Novick Group) who brings evidence-based parenting education to families,
emphasizing emotional safety, communication, and practical skills that
help parents and caregivers thrive. She is proud to serve the island
community as an independent instructor with GECCA, offering accessible and
supportive guidance to parents across Guam.

With more than 25 years in early childhood care, Geri has co-managed Just
Kidding Family Day Care since 1996, providing a warm, home-based
environment for children ages 1 to 5. Her experience includes working
closely with children with autism, Down syndrome, and developmental
delays, reflecting her commitment to inclusive and compassionate care.

Geri is also the Project Manager and Producer of the children’s music
albums Yengyong, Yengyong Mungnga Mamahlao (2021), Yengyong Ta’lo Music &
Children’s Art Exhibit (2023), and Yengyong Krismås (2025). Her leadership
background includes serving as President of the Guam Child Care and
Development Association (2007–2009), where she advocated for childcare
standards, professional development, and community collaboration. Before
entering the childcare field, she spent five years in the banking
industry, training across strategic development, consumer loans, new
accounts, collections, and operations.

With decades of experience and a heart for families, Geri continues to
strengthen early childhood care and parent support throughout Guam.

With over 21 years of dedicated service in the medical field, Corine serves as the
Superintendent of Aerospace Medicine for the 624th Aerospace Medicine Flight
within the U.S. Air Force Reserve. In this capacity, she leads 23 clinical personnel,
manages daily operations, and ensures the medical readiness of over 200 Airmen.
Her career is defined by a steadfast commitment to the United States Air Force
(Guard and Reserve), where she has mastered the intersection of high-stakes
clinical management and strategic leadership.
Parallel to her military career, Corine has been a successful small business owner
for more than seven years. Based in Guam, she is a cornerstone of community
safety, providing essential Basic Life Support and First Aid certifications to help
residents save lives. Beyond her clinical duties, she is a fierce advocate for female
leadership, specifically focusing on empowering the female military entrepreneur
community. Corine provides the resources and mentorship necessary for women to
bridge the gap between service and successful business ownership.

Barbie Jane Agahan is a seasoned trainer and coach with a heart for helping people rediscover
their passion and purpose. With a master’s degree in marketing and human resources and over a
decade of experience in leadership development and training, Barbie specializes in creating
engaging, impactful sessions that blend education with energy, laughter, and heart.
As the founder of itsBarbieJane, LLC, a training and development company, Barbie has worked
with professionals across various industries—bringing a unique blend of empathy, enthusiasm,
and real-world insight to every room she enters. Her mission is to recharge, inspire, and remind
individuals of their worth and impact, especially those working in caregiving and service-driven
fields. Participants love her fun, interactive style and leave her sessions feeling valued,
empowered, and ready to take on the world with renewed purpose.

Join our team of early childhood experts!

If you’re a subject‑matter expert whose work aligns with NAEYC Professional Standards—especially in early learning, health and safety, or educator development—we’d love to feature your bio here. Share your expertise, inspire our community, and help elevate the quality of early childhood education across Guam.

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Maelonie Tamondong, a mother of five and a dedicated business owner, is a leading figure in community care on Guam. Alongside her husband, Jim, she has co-founded and operates a diverse portfolio of enterprises that serve all age groups.

Her foundational work in early childhood education includes The Giving Tree Preschool network, which focuses on high-quality, nurturing environments. Within this sphere, she also serves as an Internal Instructor for GECCA, providing specialized training in ECE topics, leadership, and management.

Expanding her community commitment, Maelonie established Helping Hands Adult Day Care, Guam's first private facility of its kind, and recently launched the island's pioneering intergenerational daycare.

Cristin Ertel, NBC-HWC, is a Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach trained through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, with advanced coursework in preventing burnout and hormone health. She integrates behavior change science and supports her clients in creating sustainable well-being. 

Her work emphasizes that sustainable caregiving requires personal well-being, helping individuals build realistic, supportive systems that allow them to show up with greater presence, patience, and capacity in both their personal and professional roles.

Leah Ann Balansay, MA is an Elementary School Counselor with the Guam Department of Education, where she has served students, families, and educators for over 13 years. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling and a bachelor's degree in Social Work. Leah is committed to fostering the academic, social-emotional, and overall well-being of children through a comprehensive, whole-child approach. As a G.E.C.C.A. instructor, she will support early childhood professionals by providing practical strategies for integrating social-emotional learning into everyday teaching and fostering supportive, inclusive learning environments. She is passionate about partnering with teachers, school leaders, and families to help every child thrive.

Retired United States Army. Served 5 years Active Duty, and 21 years as a Reservist. Deployed to Somalia in Operation Restore Hope and Iraq in Operation Iraqi Freedom II. 

Held multiple leadership and managerial positions including the most recent at DFS Guam as the Loss Prevention Manager for Guam, Saipan and Okinawa. 

American Heart Association First Aid and CPR Instructor for approximately 10 years.