Meet Our Team
Our team has years of experience in the industry. This allows us to create recipes that are not only delicious but also nutritious and safe for our customers to enjoy. We are also constantly innovating new ways to improve our products and manufacturing services. As a result, Zina's Fine Foods has become a trusted name in the food business.
Valentin Chelnokov
PRESIDENT, CEO
Valentin, an MBA graduate who comes to the company from a diverse career background, having worked in the legal, technology as well as art industry. Valentin has been a huge fan of Zina's Fine Foods before coming on board, and has been constantly exploring new business opportunities for the company. He is creative, extremely dedicated and is a natural cheer leader.
Alex Chenakal
VICE PRESIDENT, CFO
Alex joined Zina's Fine Foods with a finance background and has brought in strategic financial solutions for the company while providing result-driven analysis in pricing, branding and development. He is a problem solver, aways calm and positive.
Giovanny Drouet
GENERAL MANAGER AND HEAD OF SHIPPING
Giovanny ensures seamless operations and product quality at Zina's. Growing up with the company, he's held roles from kitchen staff to driver, gaining deep insights into its needs. Joining in 2016, he quickly advanced, mentoring colleagues and enhancing logistics. Passionate about Zina’s growth, he enjoys fitness, hiking, and quality food like Aegean pasta and chickpea salad.
April Cook
OPERATIONAL MANAGER
Brings a dynamic blend of expertise and innovation to our team. With a rich history in the food industry, April has distinguished herself through roles at notable companies such as Purple Carrot and HelloFresh. Her proficiency in supply chain management, operational efficiency, and strategic team leadership has been a hallmark of her career. Her expertise in streamlining processes, fostering effective communication, and leading diverse teams stands out prominently.
Igor Shaknovich
SENIOR ADVISOR
Igor, a professional Mechanical Engineer, has been on the board of the company from its very beginning. Zina's Fine Foods, the founder and main inspiration for the company, brought her husband on board as the financial supervisor when her passion for food developed into a business idea. Over the years, Igor has successfully grown a small scale operation to the business it is today.
Laura Ramirez
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST
Laura from Medellín, Colombia. She enforces quality standards, ensures SQF compliance, and leads audits and training. Laura achieved SQF certification for Zina’s and excels in project management, relationship building, and continuous improvement. Outside work, she enjoys family time, gym workouts, beach days, dancing, and cooking traditional Colombian dishes like Bandeja Paisa and Sancocho. Laura is dedicated to enhancing quality processes and fostering teamwork and excellence.
