Maricopa has always been a place where people come to build something new, and Hispanic-owned businesses are a big part of that story. They build, they fix, they inspire. In many ways, they keep the community moving.

Some of these owners have roots here going back generations, while others arrived chasing opportunity and a fresh start. Together, they’ve helped shape a city that’s still growing every day.

For Hispanic Heritage Month, InMaricopa sat down with six local entrepreneurs to hear their stories.

Manny Venzor

Venzor Roofing

Can you share a little about your family’s roots and what brought you to Maricopa?

My journey started when I came to the U.S. at only 2 years old, brought here by my hardworking Hispanic parents who dreamed of a better future. Their courage and sacrifice

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