WZCC’s commitment to Health & Happiness
2017-05-20 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00 UTC
Event held on Saturday, April 29th, 2017 from 10.30 am to 2.00 pm.
Held on the grounds of The Green Pocket nursery school owned by our Committee Member, Anahita Batha.
The event was organised by the Committee to give its members an insight into Fitness for everyday living. We invited five professionals who held an interactive session with our members and their guests through a very informative and enjoyable afternoon.
Godrej Rustumji – Safety and Self Defence
Godrej is a WZCC member of the Bangalore Chapter and is an International Close Protection Officer catering to foreign national protection in India. He is also a firearm instructor. Godrej held the audience’s attention with some verbal pointers on how to be alert and observe one’s surroundings along with exciting self defence manoeuvres with volunteers from the audience. We saw quite a demand for more such sessions in the future.

Dr Prathap – Chiropractor
Dr. Prathap is one of 10 practicing chiropractors in all of India and has his own wellness centre in Indiranagar. Originally from Canada, Dr. Prathap completed his doctorate in new York and strongly believes that prevention is the best cure for any health related issues.
Many in the audience were not aware of what and how a Chiropractor works, so the talk by Dr. Prathap was enlightening to many. He brought along “Alfred”, his partner in crime (!) – a skeletal spine, to explain the physiology angle of his work. He demonstrated a few exercises that all of us could do on a daily basis to reduce the stress of long hours at a desk. His light humour entertained the audience through the 20 minutes he was on the dais.

Siddharth & Shaila – Fitness Trainer & Zumba Instructor
Siddharth comes from an IT background but decided to switch careers because he wanted to help people live a healthier lifestyle. He is a Crossfit Level 2 coach and a personal trainer who also helps in rehabilitation workouts for sports injuries.
Shaila is a Zumba instructor and full of life and vitality.
Siddharth took the audience through the necessities of working out and remaining fit, showing the audience what can be done even if one does not have the facilities of a gym.
Shaila took us through a fun Zumba workout which got everyone ready for eats.

Farzin Sholapurwala – Certified Yoga Therapist and Trainer
Farzin is a Life Member of the WZCC and has been practicing yoga for the last 15 years. She had found her own yoga centre and taught over 7100 students till date. She took the audience through some breathing techniques for glowing skin, the benefits of yoga and then practised the Suryanamaskar along with members of the audience who were keen to know the correct way of performing it.

Red Fork had arranged the snacks
A Millet Salad and a Pasta Salad, two kinds of sandwiches and baked yoghurt with granola. Everyone enjoyed it thoroughly and Chef Xerxes spent time explaining how one should eat a balanced meal, avoid yo-yo diets and how millets are the new in ingredient and can be used in many ways.

Despite the small numbers, it was a successful event.

WZCC NETWORKING MEET – July 21, 2017
2017-07-25 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
Dear Members,
Greetings from WZCC.
Though few in numbers, the second networking meeting was very successful as felt by all members present. Here is a small note of what transpired for all those who did not attend. We strongly recommend that more members make it for the August meeting as this will greatly help your contact sphere and business.
Meeting began by Zarine narrating how networking in the first meeting had helped her. She had expressed her dire need for a Manager for the restaurant. A few days later, Navaz Lalkaka tagged Zarine on a FB post where an employment agency had listed the candidates available for restaurants. Within two days Zarine had found her self a Manager and also given the offer letter to the suitable candidate.
The second incident Zarine gave was where a large catering order, and a repeat one, was grabbed by her restaurant Red Fork, thanks to a WZCC member introducing Zarine to her husband. Again networking paid off.
Below are requirements of some of the members present. Anyone with contacts or can assist in any way will be appreciated.
Requirements :
1. Anahita Batha – Runs a play school – The Green Pocket / Day care Centre / Library for kids / Hosts kids birthday parties and camps at her school.
Looking for : A story teller and a capable supervisor for her day care centre
2. Zarir Bhaurcha – Already has an established business. Is passionate and knowledgable about music. Also teaches piano. Was instrumental in launching his son, Neville’s, music career.
Looking for : Some new business interests.
3. Cyrus Bharucha – Is a Chartered Accountant and a partner at Kalyaniwala & Mistry.
Looking for : A young Parsi CA whom he can train to become a partner. Needs to be based in Bangalore
4. Zarine – Has a Restaurant Red Fork and also does catering for Events.
Looking for : Hosting events at Red Fork – could be in collaboration with others – photographer, musician, book reading, kids training camp, etc
5. Perin Patel – Works in the retail business of Mattresses as part of the family business. In addition is a certified “CueMath” teacher. Also does soft skills training primarily for software engineers.
Looking for: Talking to parents how “Cue Math” can make a difference to a child’s mathematics skills.
6. Zaver – Is into the manufacture of chocolates. Caters to corporate, International Retail brands, 5 star hotels, Builders etc.
Looking for: Increasing her reach into corporates and other business entities, especially to companies who are looking for gifting chocolate boxes for this Diwali season to their staff and customers.

WZCC VANCOUVER BC CHAPTER MEETING
2017-07-28 08:00 - 2023-12-27 17:00
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
DATE: SUNDAY 11th June, 2017
TIME: 2:00 TO 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Street, Burnaby, BC.
WZCC Directors thank ZSBC Board of Directors and Arbab Rostam Guiv Foundation for the use of facilities.
ATTENDEES: Total 22 including the speaker.
The meeting was called to order at 2:10 pm.
Kayras Irani introduced the speaker Mrs. Fi Dastoor
Since a young age Fi Dastoor has volunteered for a variety of projects and activities. Fi has been associated with CYBF (Canadian Youth Business Foundation) since 2003. CYBF is now called Futurepreneur. She was introduced to CYBF via CESO (Canadian Executive Service Organization) which she joined in 1988. Her career spans over thirty years in the technology industry. In the latter years she has her own business – Dastoor Consulting doing a variety of projects from the medical industry to the technology industry. Fi was associated with the telecommunications industry for many years.
With Futurepreneur Fi has mentored quite a few young entrepreneurs who went on to run their own successful businesses.
Her other volunteer activities include being an Ambassador to the Vancouver Opera and assisting them in any office/technology related work.
Details of presentation on Mentorship:
-What is a mentor, how does one become a mentor and what is involved in mentoring young business entrepreneurs
A mentor is a person who has expertise in a specific field and enjoys assisting someone with their venture in this specific field. A mentor is also a person who enjoys helping young entrepreneurs (age range 18 to 35 years) with their business. Businesses, for example, could range from fitness studios, events planner, restaurant, ballet studio, setting up shops, setting up a daycare, starting freelance work etc. Getting in touch with Futurepreneur and submitting a resume is the first steps involved in becoming a business mentor.
– What are the steps involved for a mentor with Futurepreneur (business mentor)
After an interview with Futurepreneur a seminar is arranged as introduction and what is expected of a mentor. The seminar can be done on-line at one’s own pace and time. Most mentors have to have some business knowledge and basic accounting experience. If a mentor does not have experience in certain areas that is required for a specific business, Futurepreneur will try and find a person who has the expertise and is available to assist. This is a volunteer position and the time devoted to any project is mutually agreed upon by the mentor and mentee.
– How does a mentor and protégé (mentee) negotiate a good fit
When the on-line course is completed, Staff at Futurepreneur will then set up the mentor with a mentee who is starting up a business. A mentor can also be asked to help an existing business in progress. The mentor will then set up an initial meeting with the mentee at a mutually convenient date. If both parties – the mentor and mentee – feel there is a good fit and they could work together, the mentor contacts Futurepreneur to say there is a good fit with the mentee. If it is not a good fit another mentee will be found for the mentor to assist in setting up of the business. Government of Canada provides a loan of $15,000 without interest for two years to mentee.
– What is involved for the mentor to keep in touch with the mentee
Minimum time required of a mentor to help a mentee is approximately 10 hours per month for a term of two years. In some cases more time per month maybe required and in other cases less time is required. Contact with a mentee can be done via email, phone or face to face meetings. Every three months a report is submitted by both the mentor and mentee showing any updates, time spent and achievement to date with regard to the business.
– What constitute a successful business operation
Futurepreneur deems a business successful if it is still in operation after two years and also when the loan of $15K is paid back. The loan is usually paid back when the business shows a profit and the owner of the business is able to make a minimum payment.
– The term and length a mentor is associated with a mentee
Two years is the duration a mentor has to assist and help a mentee with their respective business. In order to assist with the business a mentor maybe asked for any type of involvement that is required to make the business a success. A mentor should advise and direct a mentee in the direction towards making the business a success especially if it appears that the business is going off the rails or not following the business plan.
– Wrapping up a contract between mentor and mentee.
Just before two years, the mentor is alerted by Futurepreneur to inform that the contract is coming to an end. The mentor may be asked to submit a final report regarding the business and whether is shows signs of being a success and if the mentee can manage on their own.
The mentor is then asked if they wish to start another project with a new mentee or take a little break.
The session ended with discussions, and question and answer session at 2:50 pm.
Aubtin Yazdgardian offered a vote of thanks to Mrs. Fi Dastoor and presented her a book as a token of appreciation.
Refreshments were served.
Minutes Prepared by: Homi Italia Date: 15 June 2017

WZCC Global Meet 2017
2017-08-28 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
“The WZCC Global Meet 2017 is now just a few weeks away, and the WZCC Bangalore Chapter is all set to make the event a grand success! We want to keep all WZCC Chapters & participating Delegates updated about the many events planned, the Speakers, other net working activities & entertainment planned from 14 to 16 December 2017. This is the first such update, and we shall keep you posted about further developments on a fortnightly basis as a run-up to the final event.
Dr. Ferzaan Engineer, a prominent and well-loved member of the Parsee community in Bangalore, is a pharmaceutical cientist and healthcare entrepreneur. A pharmacist by training, he received a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of South Carolina.
He started the international clinical research industry in India and was the Chairman & CEO of Quintiles India from 1997 to 2011. Ferzaan become an independent entrepreneur four years ago and cofounded two companies which are described below.

Medwell Ventures (medwellventures.com) offers home healthcare services under the Nightingales brand (nightingales.in)
Cytecare Hospitals (cytecare.com) is one of India’s only organ-based cancer hospitals and is super-specialized in various surgeries, radiation techniques and chemotherapies. The flagship project was a 150-bed hospital launched six months ago in Bangalore. Ferzaan is a great supporter of the WZCC and we eagerly look forward to having him as our speaker on the evening of December 15th 2017.

Our Guest co-ordinater for the Leadership Games is Zerbanoo Gifford, an author, a human rights campaigner and founder of the ASHA Centre, which pioneers youth empowerment in the fields of sustainable development, interfaith dialogue and the arts. She holds the International Woman of the Year Award 2006 for her humanitarian work, which spans fifty years of grassroots and global activism. In 1989, Zerbanoo was presented with the Nehru Centenary Award for her work championing the rights of women, children and minorities. A pioneer for Asian Women in British politics, she made history by being elected as a councillor in Harrow in 1982 and standing for parliament in 1983. Zerbanoo’s biography ‘An Uncensored Life’ by Farida Master is published by Harper Collins.

We are privileged to have Zerbanoo conduct the session on Leadership Games along with her assistant, Adrian Locher who is an actor, voice coach and director of many years’ experience. As the Artistic Director of the ASHA Centre, he has run numerous drama-based programmes with young people from all over the world including one play that was created with young South Africans and presented to Nelson Mandela at his home.
And to give you all a heads up, here’s something on the Bangalore Parsees The need to establish an Anjuman in Bangalore was felt by the Parsee Zoroastrians in the first quarter of this Century, when in the year 1922, after two or three preliminary meetings, they inaugurated the Bangalore Parsee Zoroastrian Anjuman. Even though the first recorded settlement of the Parsees in Bangalore was in 1880, it took nearly 42 years for the Parsee Zoroastrian population to increase sufficiently to fill this long felt need.
The newly established Anjuman then took over the management of the then existing “Ararmgah” which had been in existence since 1892, when on the death of Seth Muncherji Dosabhoy Cama, the Parsee residents of Bangalore obtained a plot of land from the Mysore State Government to bury their dead community members.
Ever since then, as more and more assets were added, the responsibilities of the Anjuman also increased. Gradually the local community also felt the need for a Fire Temple and a Tower of Silence. Thus in the year 1924-25, Late Seth Dinshaw Cawasji came forward with a donation to the Anjuman to build a “Daremeher” for Bangalore Zoroastrians. Well-known personalities who took a leading part in this project were Late Seth Meherwanji Maneckji, Late Seth Nusserwanii Mirza, Late Seth Kaikhushroo Belgaumvala and Late Seth Rustomji and Nusserwanji Boyce. A year later the Anjuman built a community Hall for religious ceremonies at the “Aramgah” at a cost of Rs.5,000/- and which amount was donated to the Anjuman by the Late Bai Pirojbai Fakirji Chaina, for this specific purpose.
Subsequently as the Zoroastrian population of Bangalore increased, structures like the Lady Jehangir Kothari Memorial Hall, the Tower of Silence, the B.J. Entee Dharmashala

and the Kothari Hall Annexe were added to the assets of the Anjuman.and the Kothari Hall Annexe were added to the assets of the Anjuman.
Today we number a mere 450-500 in number but constantly strive at keeping this community alive with events, gatherings and preservation of our assets. “Entrepreneurship is the pursuit of opportunity beyond the resources currently controlled.”

Cuemath event in Bangalore
2017-09-25 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
Cuemath Launch event was conducted by Mrs Perin Yazad Patel and Mr Yazad Navalshah Patel on 3rd September 2017 at the Lady Jehangir Kothari Memorial Hall from 10:30 am- 2.30 pm.

It was a fun filled day where parents and their children attended the event. Cuemath is a revolutionary way of learning mathematics (the basics) in easy and simple ways. There are close to 2000 Cuemath teachers all over India and the numbers keep growing.

The event was a great success.Mathematics was explained through worksheets, puzzle cards, math box, tablet activities etc. All students who join this program show dramatic improvements in all areas of life.They become achievers and can do multiple things in a limited budget. So they will always remain financially independent and achieve success in their lives.

Trivia Night organized by WZCC Middle East Chapter
2017-11-21 08:00 - 2023-12-27 17:00
The WZCC Middle East Chapter held its edutainment event – “Trivia Night” on October, 29th 2017. An event befitting the WZCC portfolio, it was held at the Mercure Gold Hotel with an attendance of over 50 people. The evening started with the ever popular Children’s Quiz, where our young leaders of tomorrow dazzled all in attendance with their skill and knowledge, answering a variety of General Knowledge, Multiple Choice and Audio Visual Questions. Starting the proceeding Cyrus Debara welcomed all the guests and set the pace for the evening – laying out the rules and quiz method. The young children assembled in teams and the Quiz was curated and hosted by WZCC Youth Team – Jasmine Tavadia and Urvaksh Tantra. Throughout the half hour contest, it was often found the youngsters knew more answers then the adults in the room ! The enthusiasm of the kids was simply amazing, and the winning team “Team Braniacs” consisting of Rayaan Irani, Tiyan Debara, Roxanne Dubash all received educational books courtesy of Mr. Porus Guzder.
The main event of the evening was the always competitive Adult’s Quiz. Featuring 9 teams of 4 members each battling each other over 5 varied rounds, such as “Guess Who” and “The Zoro Crossword”, drama and entertainment was never far. The final round where teams got to select their preferred category questions with double bonus points was ever engaging. Movie themed posters, community specific questions and world politics were all brought into play across the rounds. At the end of the evening – “Team G – Ghelsappa Parsis” comprising Charmaine Taraporvala, Marzban Pithawalla, Daraius Antia and Jimmy Dadrewala won the quiz contest by a narrow margin to the runners up – “The A Team” consisting of Khushru Khandhadia, Mozard Antia, Kaizad Pithawalla and Goolnaz Debara. The spot prizes for the round of Trivia open to the audience, was won by Keki Tavadia, Anaissa Irani, Roshni Taraporvala & Wahbeez Wankadia.
The typical parsi spirit and bonhomie was on display through out the night, and not only was it a treat for the participating adults, but all the audience members too were cheering on their loved ones. The winners received a Cash prize and gifts vouchers and were felicitated on stage by Mrs. Dolly Tavadia. As always, no event is complete without a scrumptious dinner, which was enjoyed by one and all.
Just before the evening was rounded off, an exciting video presentation of the world famous Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum was shown to the members as it is one of the next planned activities for the WZCC-ME chapter towards education and cultural enrichment. With this promise of more entertaining and enjoyable events in the near future, Cyrus, Porus Guzder (President of WZCC-ME) and Firdaus Irani (Chapter Chair – WZCCME) thanked all the members and appreciated the efforts of the youth committee and its key members (Jasmine and Urvaksh) for managing this event.

Vision, Mission & Goals of the World Body
2018-04-28 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
REMINDER, WZCC Southern CA Chapter in conjunction with FEZANA / CZC, invites you for a presentation by WZCC President Edul Daver on Vision, Mission & Goals of the World Body, and how to encourage the youth to become entrepreneurs, businessman & career professionals, on Sunday 29th April 2018, 3 – 5 pm at the new CA Zoroastrian Center, 6515 DE SOTO AVE, CANOGA PARK, CA 91303. This is the last function of the FEZANA 2018 AGM hosted by CZC LA.

President Edul Daver will also talk on WZCC & WZTO joint initiative to provide start up funding for select Zartoshti Entrepreneurs & Professionals.

Edul’s main presentation will be about his ‘Transformational Life Journey’ beginning as an ‘Engineering Professional’ & progressing to an ‘Entrepreneur’ & how he accomplished a ‘ 60 to 1 leveraged buyout’ of ACuPowder International from a faltering business division of a major US Corporation to a thriving enterprise. This will be a dynamic interactive ‘Case Study Presentation’.

Surprise BONUS ! Our program will begin with 2016 Eppy Book Award Winner, world renowned ‘EXECUTIVE, BUSINESS & LIFE COACH, ‘ Danny Khursigara giving a special live video presentation “Transformation – Aligning your life endeavours with your ‘Purpose’ “ https://dannykhursigara.com/

Our aspiring youth are highly encouraged to attend this inspiring presentation.

Refreshments , tea/coffee will be graciously hosted with our many thanks by CZC. The program is complementary & open to the general public. Please forward this notice to anybody who might be interested to attend. No RSVP required. Kindly arrive prior to 3 pm.

Mr ZERICK HOSI DASTUR . Outstanding Young Zarathushti Entrepreneur/Professional of the Year 2017
2018-05-14 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
WZCC Southern CA chapter hosted their presentation ‘Learning, Leadership & Inspiration’ following the FEZANA AGM, at the new CZC California Zoroastrian Valley Center, LA on Sunday 29th April, 2018. Over 80 people were in attendance including out of town AGM delegates.

The presentation began with a 20 minute special live video with world renowned, Eppy Book Award winning author & Executive life coach Danny Khursigara, moderated

by Kavasji Dadachanji. Hong Kong based, Danny briefly explained his life journey from a banking executive to “Transformational Life Coach’ catering to major Corporate Executives & Entrepreneurs/Professionals in the Far East. Danny’s inspirational work underlies man’s struggle to discover real happiness in life. True transformation only occurs after you find your ‘Purpose & Calling’. The key to self fulfillment is to align your soul & every thing you do, to your ‘Life Purpose’. Undoubtedly, Danny kept the audience spell bound!

Faridun Dadachanji, Chapter Chair, introduced FEZANA President Homi Gandhi, who briefly elaborated on his vision for WZCC. CZC President, Arman Ariane gave his fascinating life journey story on arriving as a political refugee, being multiple times shot at while delivering Pizza & becoming a successful entrepreneur in the retail men’s fashion business.

Mr. Edul Daver, President of WZCC gave his amazing story on how he engineered a successful ’60 to1′ debt to equity, leveraged buy out of AccuPowder, a faltering division of a major corporation to a profitable company. Edul also elaborated on WZCC’s mission & their latest initiative with wZOTF to provide loans to budding entrepreneurs.

The public got a chance to meet and greet old & new friends, and expressed good reviews of the entire function, as CZC hosted a wonderful traditional Iranian buffet. The chapter heartily thanks all concerned who contributed in making the evening a grand success.

Speed Brunchin’ – Breakfast of Champions
2018-07-04 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
On Sunday 24th June, members of the WZCC Bangalore Chapter met at Nossa Goa for the first of the series of sessions titled “Speed Brunchin’ – Breakfast of Champions.” Thirty two participants interacted and networked over Kheema Poi, Akuri and Puri Bhaji. We had also invited a few “Youth” non-members, who had shown interest in becoming members and wanted to know what WZCC was all about. This session was an outcome of our previous meet wherein we had asked members as to what kind of interactive sessions they would like the Chapter to organise.

The session opened with a few words from our Chapter Chair, Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major (Retd), urging all members, especially the youth, to make the most of the opportunities that WZCC offered; specifically a worldwide network of members, mentors in almost every field of life to assist with start ups and small businesses and the most recent Finance opportunities that the WZCC has initiated with the assistance of the WZO.

Committee Member Anahita Jassawala then took over to outline the program for the morning. Participants were asked to sit opposite someone they did not know, professionally. A series of six questions would be asked of the participants and the answers needed to be discussed with the person opposite in an attempt to learn more about each other. Each question was allotted ten minutes for discussion. The participants changed seats after every question so that by the end of the session, each participant had got acquainted and knew a little more about six of their fellow members.

The questions were :

Q1. What do you do professionally ?
Q2. What are some of your favorite things to read/watch/do for inspiration?
Q3. What inspired you to get into your current line of work?
Q4. Do you have a morning/evening ritual that you follow and recommend to others?
Q5. If you would have dinner with anyone dead/alive/real/imaginary, who would it be and why?
Q6. What’s something you wish to accomplish before this year is over?

The participants were very actively involved in this networking and almost sorry that the session ended after two hours. Shernaz Siganporia, the Secretary of the Bangalore Chapter, then informed the members that we would continue to have such sessions and increase the membership of the Chapter. She also reminded everyone that our Chapter is holding the Charity Night Bazar on the 4th of August and that we need maximum participation and support for it, to encourage the children who are spearheading this event.

There was great positive feedback from all the participants and we managed to get five new members to the Chapter. Further sessions will be built around the five pillars of WZCC namely; Networking, mentorship, Industry Experience, Motivational Talks and Incubation.

Charity Night Bazaar
2018-09-14 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
Parsi thy name is charity.
It was at one of our meetings, that an idea of a garage sale was proposed as part of our events calendar.
The main objective was to enable the youngsters to experience Creating,
Planning and Running a charity event and later, present their learning’s at a subsequent meeting.
The collections from the bazaar would be donated to a Charity of the children’s choice.
As the meetings evolved, with the youngsters accompanied by their parents and the WZCC Committee Members, the event grew in size to include game stalls and food as well.
The Media team of Anahita Jassawala, Zarin Writer and Navaz Lalkaka, kept the event alive through the weeks preceding the big day. What made it even better was that we were able to host it at the newly renovated The Lady Jehangir Kothari Memorial Hall.
Zaver Divecha, who headed the organisation of the Charity Bazar, has this to say :
“Great enthusiasm proceeded amongst the garage sale team before the opening of the night bazaar. Many volunteers spent hours sorting through a large number of items such as household goods, bags, crockery, children’s toys as well as many odds and ends generously donated by the community. Close to 300 books were received for the garage sale.
A very big thank you to Farzeen Daroga , Shanaz Vakil, Kashmira Tarapore and Shernaz and Ronny Siganporia, for tirelessly cleaning, gift packing, pricing and cataloguing all these items.”
The garage sale turned out to be a big success with most of the items selling out within the first two hours itself. The book section was handled by 12 year youngster , Umyra Divecha who did a great job of the sales. The real crowning came when the collections were calculated in the garage sale section and the figures brought a big smile on everyone’s faces and made all feel that much was accomplished along with lot of fun laughter and good times.
It was not surprising that the food zone would be a hit. Zarine Kharas, who headed the zone, reported the following :
“One would assume that a Parsi would be quite satiated with his home cooked food but apparently not.The array of home-cooked delicacies of Pork Vindaloo, Sali Murghi, Wafer-per-Eeda and Dhansak, were ardently devoured by the crowd of community members that thronged the lower hall of the newly renovated Lady Jehangir Kothari Memorial Hall.
The food bazaar zone was a huge hit and most items were sold out in the first hour of opening. All our stalls, with the exception of two, sold home-cooked items made by the ladies of our own community. The dessert section sported Choco Chunk Brownies, Lagan Nu Custard, Falooda and Ice cream. We also added on a stall by Nossa Goa serving some delicious Goan favourites and fortunately they were able to take on the onslaught of hungry folks once our Pork Vindaloo and Sali Murghi vanished !
It was a wonderful feeling to see the kind of footfalls we received and we learned many lessons for our future food bazaars. But the highlight of the evening was the excellent bonhomie between the young and the old members of the Parsi Community and the kind of team spirit that shone through. Here’s to many more successes.”
Tushna Siganporia, with her budding entrepreneurs, set up the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) zone consisting of two stalls showcasing 3-D printing and Quilling. Tushnna says , “The DIY zone gave our young aspiring entrepreneurs a platform to showcase their skill and the experience to sell. The evening was action packed with hard work and fun. Anwita and Trista managed the 3d printed articles stall and sold all the items at their stall. Michelle managed her quilling stall and sold beautiful quilling art envelopes. “The young buds kept their focus, made their products and sold . .true entrepreneurs in the making. “
Roomi Daruwalla, along with his band of youngsters, planned and conducted the Games Zone….a mixed bag of activities involving motor skills (yes, pun intended), speed and of course some plain simple luck! The all time favorite game of Skittles titled “KNOCK ‘EM DOWN” saw some healthy participation from both toddlers as well as the teens! The Great Bawa Race also saw a large number of folks queuing up to try their hand at winning the champions trophy (in this case a bar of Gone Wild!)We also had a 1-Minute game involving grams to be transferred from one bowl to the other, using only a straw, within a minute! But the surprise package was the “NOSY BAWA” corner where young and old tried to pin the nose onto the Bawa, beautifully drawn by Tia. Hearty thanks to the entire Malegamvala family for manning the games stall between themselves and some of their young friends!
Mrs. Piroja Mehta donated a painting she had done herself. The same was auctioned brilliantly by Shereyar Vakil for a princely sum of Rs. 10,000/- that was donated to the Kinder Trust, run by our very own Diana Bharucha.
What did we achieve?
* We created an environment that brought the Bangalore Parsi Community together for a noble cause.
* It was an opportunity for mutual learning between the young and the adult, coupled with lots of fun and excitement. Of course there were things we could have done better and we are hopeful that we can do this again in a few months, keeping in mind all the lessons learnt.
* Most of all it left everyone with a warm feeling of creating new friendships and the joy of working together to get a job well done.

Ervad Dr. Parvez Bajan : Philanthropy – The Best Virtue According to Zoroastrianism.
2019-11-12 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
WZCC – Houston Chapter Event
On October 24, 2019, a joint event with North American Mobed Council (NAMC) was organized at the newly opened Shahi Darbar Restaurant. Ervad Dr. Parvez Bajan spoke on Philanthropy – The Best Virtue According to Zoroastrianism. Ervad Bajan is a sixth-generation priest and serves as head priest of the Seth B. M. Mevawala Fire Temple, Mumbai, which has been managed by his family since the enthronement of the fire in 1851. Ervad Bajan at the age of 65, earned a doctorate in a rare subject, Avesta-Pahlavi, the language of the Zoroastrian scriptures. With the courtesy of NAMC, Ervad Bajan was on a lecture tour starting in Chicago, then Houston and ending with 3 talks in Southern California.
Ervad Bajan addressed an audience numbering 40+ including businessmen and professionals, about the virtues of philanthropy. He gave some examples from Zarathushti prayers that emphasize the importance of charity in our daily lives. Quote: “……May charity overcome greediness….. etc.”
He also pointed out what our basic prayer clearly spells out that “He who gives assistance to the poor acknowledges the kingdom of God.”
Ervad Bajan went on to deliver two more lectures at the Bhandara Atash Kadeh in Houston over the weekend.
WZCC- Houston Chapter thanks NAMC for making this event possible.

The Business of the film – BAPSI
2020-02-11 08:00 - 17:00

Webinar By Zarine Bharda – doTERRA Wellness Advocate
2020-06-01 08:00 - 2023-12-29 17:00
https://wzcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/GMT20200509-150658_WZCC-Sprin_1288x546.mp4

Leadership in Times of Adversity
2020-06-14 08:00 - 2023-12-29 17:00
As we navigate this global pandemic and worldwide re-openings of industry & small business, our aim is to give industry leaders & owner-operators, the extra tools necessary to succeed in times of adversity

WZCC Youth Business Plan Competition – Register by January 15, 2021
2020-07-28 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00

NETWORKING SESSION Sunday, 31st Mar. 2019
2020-09-10 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00, 2023-03-31 10:25
OBJECTIVE : Goal Setting through the game of football.
Mixed teams of 17 players. First game played with goal posts; second with posts
Debrief : Can we play football without goal posts ? So then how can we go through life
without goals ?
Session two on Goal Setting : Interactive, participants fifilled in goal sheets and became
conscious of the need for written goals. Members shared their long-term dn short-term
goals.
Wrap-up : Goal Setting is an important aspect for a professional/entrepreneur.
Additionally : Ruby Kamdin made a presentation on her NGO – One Billion Literates.
: Kashmira Bose displayed and sold her products of eco-friendly bags.
A very enterprising morning

An Introduction to Entrepreneurship
2020-10-17 08:00 - 2023-12-29 17:00
Dear Member/Patron,
The WZCC Toronto Chapter hosts “An Introduction to Entrepreneurship” designed for our youth.
Want your children to have terrific career and entrepreneurial opportunities? Arming them right from their formative years will go a long way in building up their abilities to shine tomorrow.
We have a series of workshops and sessions designed for our youth from ages, 7 to 11 and from 11 to 15 with creative, hands on, enrichment workshops designed to get them leading in the future.
We start with our two sessions, with an introduction to entrepreneurship on Saturday mornings, 24th and 31st October, 2020, from 11:30am each for one hour. Do register here for both days.

Our Second Workshop on Entrepreneurship…
2020-11-20 08:00 - 2023-12-29 17:00
Entrepreneurial Inspiration & Must Have Skills

WZCC Toronto and Global Youngpreneurs concluding workshop on introduction to entrepreneurship focused on understanding more in-depth about entrepreneurship and attracting customers.

As an inspirational example, we had Malcolm Mehta, a 16 year-old social entrepreneur, studying UK and now in USA who started a football league in a village in India. This made participants realize that age is no hindrance to achieving one’s dreams. Seeing someone so close to their years being successful gives our participants incentive to begin their own entrepreneurial journey.

In conjunction with the theme of the session, tips on getting customers was discussed. These ranged from understanding wants and needs to adding unique elements to the product/service, to attracting customers via discounts and freebies. This was followed by an activity which tested their business and marketing skills.

The second activity was related to logical problem solving, as it is a must-have skill for entrepreneurs. The youth were placed in an escape room situation, where they had to solve three puzzles which would then lead them to a code and the escape key. It was a fun and challenging set of quizzes which not only tested their abilities, but their mettle too.

Before ending the workshop, we recounted the tale of Walt Disney, and how he established Disney and all its different ventures.

The two-part sessions covered the gist of various areas under entrepreneurship. However, the main aim was to engage our youth with an entrepreneurial mindset, focus on skills that would help them in the future, and also to enjoy learning.

The Toronto chapter and Global Youngpreneurs will continue giving wings to young dreams and making them a reality.

Our First Workshop on Introduction To Entrepreneurship
2020-11-20 08:00 - 2023-12-29 17:00
Global Youngpreneurs held their first virtual Introduction to Entrepreneurship workshop for our youth between the ages of 11 to 15.

In a rapidly changing world, we recognize that the most important skills are logical and creative thinking abilities, and soft skills and these remain overlooked in our regular education system. WZCC Toronto Chapter worked with Global Youngpreneurs to help develop this entrepreneurial mindset in our youth.

Our first session (out of the two-part series) focused on developing a “business” through experiential learning. The participants were given an activity and tasked with creating a product/service, along with the name of the company, the logo and the slogan. Explanation of an entrepreneur, giving examples of different products and services and also real-world logos and slogans helped to make the concept of the activity clearer. Right from Royal Bank of Canada, to Nike, the participants were made to understand how the logos and slogans of such companies corresponded to the product or service they offered. In return, the young participants came up with ideas such as a coffee-flavored soft drinks, to a dog walking service for the elderly, with slogans such as “Too good to be true” and “Fancy footwork for four-legged friends.”

The second activity was a small team building survival challenge and each team was “stranded” in a particular situation (on an island/on the moon) and each team had to pick few items which would help them survive. This activity successfully tested not only their ability to work in teams – including listening skills, reasoning skills, and co-operation, but also logical and creative problem solving.

Next they worked on building of entrepreneurial traits such as leadership, team work, delegation of work, and promotion. Participants were asked to come up with ideas for running a food or drink stall while working in teams, thus inculcating aspects of soft skills. Each team came up with an idea for their own food stall, the location, how to sell their product, and also the tasks that each team member would perform.

Attentiveness, enthusiasm, excitement and participation was maintained throughout and we couldn’t be more happier with the result.

Every participant was pushed to think on their feet, explore their potential, and most importantly, learn and have fun!

WZCC – Chicago Chapter Presents: “Laughter Yoga @ Work Makes Business Sense”
2021-05-06 08:00 - 2023-12-22 17:00
We in the World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) – Chicago Chapter invite you to attend our upcoming event “Laughter Yoga at Work Makes Business Sense” on May 19 @ 7pm US Central Time, during which we will hear from Certified Laughter Coach Tanaz Bamboat about how Laughter Yoga can help increase productivity, promote team-building, and improve workplace environments.

Contact WZCC.Chicago@gmail.com with any questions.

Zoom Link: Https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2356601995 ; Password: [REDACTED] Meeting ID: 235 660 1995

Agm 2021 Pune Chapter
2021-10-21 00:00
On 16th October, WZCC-Pune had organized an in-person Annual General Meeting at Hotel Shree Panchratna, Tadiwalla Road, Pune. This was the very first meeting which was physical meeting in stead of on virtual platform and got good response from the members and their guests of Pune chapter.
Addressing the gathering, Tehmasp Bharuca- Chapter Chair of WZCC-Pune welcome the guests and thank one and all for attending the meeting. In his inaugural address, Tehmasp mentioned that the Pune chapter was happy to put up an in-person meeting considering receding cases of COVID, easing restrictions and improving in pace of vaccination. For last two years, the meetings were held on a virtual platform and all were missing the opportunity to meet and mingle personally. He mentioned that all COVID-related stipulations are strictly followed ensuring the safety of the attendees.
Presenting the Annual Report of the activities carried out by the Pune chapter during the year, Tehmasp informed that couple of webinars were held and well attended by audiences all over. Starting with the webinar on the topic of Nuts and Bolts of Digital Marketing by young and dynamic speaker Parinaz Buhariwala, the next webinar was on Oral Hygiene and Dental Care by the husband and wife team of Dr. Taronish and Dr.Farzana Bharucha of Pearl White Dental Clinic at Mumbai and Pune. Thereafter, a very informative talk on the topic of the Journey of Dark Web- Riding the Wave- a guide to safe surfing on the internet was delivered by young and promising speaker Meherzad Motafram who is a partner of Proteq-me, holistic risk management and threat protection solution provider. Next in line was the webinar on Linked In which was very ably taken by Dinyar Mehta who is a Growth Hacker and Digital Marketer. He took Linkedin Masterclass to find out whether we are Linkedin or Linkedout. After this, the last webinar was by Rishi Gupta, Managing Partner with Shepherd’s Hill Group, Pune who spoke on an unsual topic of Where Not to Invest. This talk was also quite informative with tips for the audience.
Tehmasp also informed the audience that the next Global AGM of WZCC will be held in Pune on 7th and 8th of January,2022 and requested them to attend in large number and to also come forward with their views and suggestions for making the event grand success.
Next in line was introduction of new members who had joined Pune chapter during the year and they were asked to say in brief about their business/profession etc. Dr.Dilshad Patel (Dentist ), Mr. Mehernosh Bobinmaker ( from real estate ) and Adil Rustomjee ( writer ) from amongst the new members spoke about themselves. Mr. Bharucha informed that there are 90 members of Pune chapter consisting of 3 Corporate Life members, 40 individual life members and 47 individual ( annual ) members. He urged the audience to get more new members from Pune .
Thereafter, Mr.Bharucha presented audited accounts of the Chapter for the period ended 31st March,2021 which were unanimously adopted by the floor.
Mr.Xerxes Dastur- Hon. Treasurer of WZCC-India who specially came from Mumbai to attend the AGM spoke in detail about the new normal trend of work from home and the pros and cons of this method.
Next was the informative talk by Viraf Deboo- senior member of WZCC Pune and Director of WZCC-India. He spoke about the upcoming Global AGM of WZCC which is being held in Pune. The global even which is held every alternate year in India was last held at Lonavala in the year 2020 and thereafter it was hosted by UK on the virtual platform due to the onset of the pandemic and the restrictions imposed on physical meetings. So now for the year 2021 the turn is of India to hold the global AGM. The venue of the event to be hled in Pune during 7th and 8th of January will be The Ramada Plaza located at Hinjewadi near Balewadi Stadium on the beginning of Express way from Pune. This venue has international standard of banquets and enough rooms of different budget. Viraf explained the tentative format of the AGM—the first day starting with registration in the morning and Global AGM in the second half and talk by eminent speaker followed by entertainment programme of dance and music in the evening. Next day will start with networking/quitz, panel discussion and address by guest speakers. The evening will be Gala Award Nite when awards will be given to the Outstanding Zoroastrians in the field from amongst the entrepreneurs, professionals , social and youth icons. The audience will also be served with delicious meals through both the days with cocktails. Viraf informed that the Pune chapter Committee is looking forward for the volunteers to come forward to offer their services and suggestions . During the meeting few of them came forward and gave their names .
The AGM was concluded with vote of thanks from Farrokh Bhathena, member of the Working Committee of Pune chapter followed by delicious dinner and cocktails served by the Hotel Shree Panchratna.

WZCC-ME jointly with GWG presents Pretty Boman
2022-02-25 08:00 - 17:00
Link for the above show will be updated here after 20th March, 2022.

WZCC – UK Presents Cyrus Mewawalla
2022-04-08 08:00 - 17:00
HI All, a quick message about the next WZCC event which will again be hosted by Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala at the Cafe Spice, Albert Doc. This time we have Cyrus Mewawalla who will be discussing his career to date, what he has learned along the way and then of course his view of where tech stocks in particular are likely to go and why.

Consolidated Accounts of WZCC India Region – Year Ended March 2022
2023-03-02 00:00
Schedule – VIII Balance Sheet. Click here to read.
Schedule – IX Income & Expenditure. Click here to read.

WZCC – 19th INDIA REGION AGM
2023-03-03 00:00

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Saturday, 16th Nov. 2019
2023-03-03 00:00
After the meet and greet session, the AGM proceedings continued seamlessly.
Guest speaker for the evening : Farida Irani who talked about Bowen Therapy – A holistic health plan The session closed with a talk by Dilshad Jalnawala

Program – Insurance “Transfer of Risks & Risk Mitigation”
2023-03-13 08:00 - 17:00
14th August 2018
Dear Members,
World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) provides its members, among many other services, an opportunity to learn how to manage various aspects of their finances. This Program guides a person to understand why Insurance is such an important component of financial planning.
Insurance is a way of managing risks. When a person buys insurance, the cost of a potential loss is transferred to the Insurance Company in exchange for a fee, known as premium. Insurance Companies invest funds securely, so it can grow and pay out when there is a claim. There are various types of insurance besides life insurance – businesses including coverage for property damage, legal liabilities and employee related risks, etc.
Today business is full of Risks and it is very important to transfer Risks so that those in business could totally concentrate on the core business, with the assurance that both tangible and intangible Risks are transferred and would not hit the Balance Sheet. Today transference of Risks is a complicated legal process and hence, the Insurance Regulatory Development Authority has introduced Insurance Brokers to the Market, very much akin to the Developed Countries where a Company or an Individual is always in touch with the Insurance Brokers and never with the Insurance Company. Mr. Maneck Dastur will appraise WZCC members on nuances wherein they can venture into large business without apprehension or fear of Fortuitous, Force Majeure and Legal Liability losses. He will also speak on why, most of the Insurance Policies should be structured as per the needs of the Company rather than acceptance of pre-fabricated policies of the Insurance Companies.
This program will be conducted by Mr. Maneck Homi Dastur, who has more than 4 decades of experience in the Insurance Sector handling both Marketing and Technical assignments. He is the General Manager with
K.M. Dastur Reinsurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd. He has been instrumental in developing and structuring Direct and Reinsurance business. K.M. Dastur Reinsurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd. has 14 offices in India, 12 offices abroad and are Lloyds Brokers at London, U.K. They specialize in marketing and structuring covers for Special Contingency, Event Insurance, Legal Liability and Group Health Insurance Schemes.
Details of the program are –

Date
:
Friday, 31 August 2018.

Venue
:
Kilachand Conference Room, IMC Chamber of Commerce & Industry,
IMC Building, IMC Marg, Churchgate, Mumbai 400 020

Timings
:
6.00 p.m.to 6.30 p.m. – Registration
6.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. – Program (includes tea/coffee/snacks break)
8.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. – Q&A Session.

The participation fees for this Program will be Rs.450/- for members and Rs.600/- for non-members.
he participants are requested to confirm their attendance with Ms. Zarine Khan / Ms Aban Mistry on
Tel. Nos. 9619165444 / 23532522 or email wzccindia@on-lyne.com. The number of participants is limited and will be on “first come first serve basis”.
Looking forward to your active participation in this extremely interesting and useful Program.

In Conversation with Winners of 'Mrs India She is India Pageant'
2023-03-24 08:00 - 17:00
In Conversation with Winners of ‘Mrs India She is India Pageant’
An Interactive Workshop for Women
Organized by ‘WE’ – Women Entrepreneurs’ Wing of WZCC

On Saturday 15th September, 2018, WZCC-WE (Women Entrepreneurs’ Wing of WZCC) brings to you an exciting opportunity to meet and talk to the winners of ‘Mrs India She is India Pageant’. Here is your chance to get close and personal with these go-getters – so make sure you reserve your seats right away!
The details are as follows.
Date : Saturday 15th September, 2018
Time : 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Venue: YWCA, 18 Madam Cama Road, Fort, Mumbai – 400001.

Registration:
5:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Session I
Introduction
“Achieving Excellence in the Professional and Glamour World.” Q&A Session
5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Mrs. Delnaz Balsara Sharma – 1st Runner-up Mrs. India She is India and Mrs Beautiful Skin. Delnaz has achieved excellence not only in the insurance, banking and social service sector, but has also made a name for herself in the world of fashion and modelling. She started her career with the British Consulate as Visa Support Executive. After two years, Delnaz joined J P Morgan and later moved into the insurance sector and was associated with reputed companies like Religare, Reliance and Kotak. She has been associated with several NGOs like Save the Child, Sopan, Green Peace, WWF and Habitat for Humanity.

Break for Tea and Snacks
6:15 p.m. To 6:45 p.m.
Networking

Session II
“Prioritizing your Priorities” Q&A SessionVote of Thanks
6:45 p.m. To 7:45 p.m.
Dr Neha Tyagi won the title Charity Queen at the Mrs India She is India Pageant 2018. Neha is a pathologist by profession, working as Chief of Lab and Consultant Pathologist in Dr Lal Path Labs, Sehgal Neo Hospital, New Delhi. She completed her MBBS from Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni, Maharashtra and specialized in MD Pathology from the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun where she topped the University. Neha is a well-known speaker in medical conferences with more than 10 research publications to her name. Neha is also a social activist associated with Go Green Project, NGO Chotti Chotti Khushiyan (for abandoned girls) and Sai Vridhashram.

The fee for participation inclusive of tea and snacks is Rs 350 /- for WZCC/WE Members and Rs. 400 /- for Non-Members. Cheques to be made in favour of WZCC, Mumbai and sent to WZCC, 8 R N Gamadia Polyclinic, Gamadia Colony, Tardeo, Mumbai 400007. If you are unable to send the fees, you could bring cash / cheque to the venue of the programme.
We look forward to seeing you!
For further details and registration please contact:

Ms. Homai Mehta
jjccmumbai@gmail.com
98208 26367

Ms. Dolly Dhamodiwala
dolzeen@gmail.com
9920368979

Ms. BehrozeDaruwalla
behroze@frenaus.com
9619201951

Ms. VillieDaruvala
villied@gmail.com
9820076993

Ms. Percis Dubash
pdubash3@yahoo.com
9820131150

Ms. VeeraMundroina
veera.mundroina@gmail.com
9769801389

Ms. Zarine Khan
wzccindia@on-lyne.com
022-23532522 / 9619165444

We look forward to your early response and seeing you in large numbers.

Best Wishes,
Mrs. Homai H. Mehta
Chairperson- WE – Women Entrepreneurs’ Wing of WZCC

Contributory Dinner Meeting on October 7th, 2004
2023-03-31 10:25
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF WZCCI – PUNE CHAPTER HELD ON THURSDAY, 7TH OCTOBER 2004.
Minutes of the earlier meeting held on 19th June, 2004, Saturday at Hotel Regency, Pune. were read and confirmed.
More than 40 members attended this special meeting late on Thursday Evening at Hotel Regency, Pune.
Mr. Zubin Mistry started off with a brief introduction of his profile and how he struggled through various jobs before he setup his own printing enterprise. It started of with an idea that printed stationery would be universally used by all classes of business. From a small beginning, Zubin got a break with TATA’s which was the turning point for his business. Today, he prints for TATA’s , INOX and several small and large enterprises. He has a large infrastructure with the latest technology of printing press, capable of handling very large and complex assignments.
Mr. Homi Mullan then presented the four I’s of our international website (http://www.wzcc.net) namely Identity, Interaction, Information and Innovation. He mentioned that the website was the part of WZCC through which each member gets an identity, promotes interaction, disseminates information and encourages innovation.
After this Mr. Yazdi Tantra presented the website in detail to the members. Each aspect of the website from Registration stage to the Interaction, to the Information was explained in detail. Members were taken through the Resources Section, Classifieds Section, Forums and FAQ’s. An enthusiastic interactive session, where members’ participated with their queries and suggestions, followed this.
The meeting ended with Mr. Adi Engineer, President, Pune Chapter thanking the guests for spending their time and effort to make a truly information presentation which would be very useful and productive for members. Mr. Adi Engineer also thanked Mr. Kelly Karkaria for the arrangements at Regency Hotel at a very reasonable rate for WZCC members.
The meeting ended with a vote of thanks to the Chair proposed by Mr. Tehmas Bharucha, Treasurer, Pune Chapter.
Click on http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/yazdi/album?.dir=d618 for a few pictures of the Pune Meeting.
