Old Manchester Roots

Anthony is a U.S. Army Veteran who served 8 years as a Combat Medic during several combat tours in Kosovo, Iraq, Kuwait, Korea and several other countries.

Originally from Florida, he and his family currently reside in Richmond, VA where he is an energetic enterprise-builder, serial
entrepreneur, industry thought-leader, jobs creator and community champion.

Mr. Mijares currently owns Signscapes, Inc., a 12-year-old physical branding agency, Kloud Enterprise, AKA Old Manchester Hemp Co. and Old Manchester Cannabis Co. He is a partner in Pesos Management, the top performing company in the gaming industry,
and a partner in abZorb, LLC an emerging market leader in distribution of hemp protein products for consumers interested in athletic recovery and women’s health and wellness.

Anthony is a member and advocate for the VA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and a graduate of ECPI University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and serves as a featured spokesperson in their marketing campaigns.
Mr. Mijares is also an advocate for Military Veteran mental health, social equity, and small business rights in the cannabis industry.

Old Manchester Hemp Co. and Old Manchester Cannabis Co. employs women, minorities, veterans, and returning citizens seeking opportunities. Through Manchester, Mijares holds a growing, dealers, and processing license for hemp through the Virginia Department of Consumers and Agriculture. Old Manchester’s 7,000 square foot seed-to sale facility operates in the heart of Richmond, VA.

Anthony and his companies are active sponsors and volunteers in numerous community activities in greater Richmond.