Hispanic/International Business Council Meet and Greet

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In-person meeting at Chamber Office!

Michel Zajur

President / Founder / CEO

Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

          Michel Zajur immigrated to the United States from Mexico at a young age and attended Virginia Commonwealth University. Over the years, he has established various businesses, the most recognized being La Siesta Restaurant, an iconic eatery in Richmond, VA, for over 30 years. In May 2000, Zajur founded the Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (VaHCC) to bridge the Hispanic business community within the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2003, he and his wife, Lisa, established the Virginia Hispanic Foundation to provide education, information, and resources to the Hispanic community.

          As the Founder and CEO of both the Virginia Hispanic Chamber and the Virginia Hispanic Foundation, Zajur has played a crucial role in educating Virginia’s community about the state’s changing demographics and creating business opportunities that include and empower the Hispanic population. He actively serves on numerous boards across Virginia, contributing to discussions on leadership, business, diversity, health, and education.

         As a highly respected and influential figure, Zajur has served on over 30 nonprofit and community boards, contributing to discussions on leadership, business, diversity, health, and education. His dedication to community advocacy has earned him numerous awards and recognitions; some of these include:

Affordable Cleaning Services

Co-Chair International Business Council

         Victoria is the founder and owner of Affordable Cleaning Services, a company that delivers top-notch commercial and residential cleaning. Originally from Sierra Leone, Victoria moved to the U.S. as a refugee and has built a successful business with an eye for detail and a passion for quality. She oversees daily operations, ensuring each client receives personalized and exceptional service. Her dedication has made Affordable Cleaning Services a trusted name in the industry.

Thank you to our annual sponsor!