Statement from the Chairman of the Hellenic American Leadership Council Board of Directors
On behalf of the Hellenic American Leadership Council and its members, we come together with broken hearts to honor and remember our beloved friend, Vicky Zemenides.
Vicky was a guiding light in our community and a shining example of our shared mission in action.
In every sense, Vicky was the spirit of HALC. She lived the values we hold most dear: a boundless well of philotimo, a deep love for our Hellenic heritage, an abundance of compassion for others, and a steadfast commitment to building something bigger than ourselves. Whenever HALC gathered, whether to plan our next initiative, advocate for our community, or simply share a meal, Vicky’s warmth and her ideas and support made us feel seen, heard, and encouraged. She reminded us that what truly matters is how we show up for one another — rooted in profound love, respect, and understanding.
Vicky inspired and supported all of us through her gentle strength, kind words, and unwavering heart. From the first day of HALC’s creation, she stood shoulder to shoulder with us, fully invested and a partner in every goal we set out to achieve. She helped shape HALC’s direction in infinite ways and fueled our collective passion to serve the greater Hellenic diaspora.
To our Executive Director, Endy, and to his family: We grieve alongside you and hold you in our hearts. We promise to keep Vicky’s spirit alive in all we do, from the smallest acts of kindness to the greatest leaps toward progress. She will forever be a part of our collective story, our shared mission, and our enduring hope for the future.
May we continue to honor Vicky by living out the values she demonstrated so beautifully each day. May her memory be eternal, lighting our path and guiding us to be the best versions of ourselves — united, compassionate, and resilient.
With deepest sympathy,
Dr. George Chiampas
Chairman of the Board
Hellenic American Leadership Council
