World Zarathushti Chamber Of Commerce
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
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.
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.
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!
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: WZCC; Meeting ID: 235 660 1995
Vistasp M. Karbhari is a Professor in the Departments of Civil Engineering, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington, where he served as the 8th president from 2013 to 2020. He is internationally known for his research on processing and mechanics of composites, durability of materials, infrastructure rehabilitation, and multi-threat mitigation, for which he has received awards and is a fellow of numerous professional organizations. As an administrator and higher ed leader he is known for his work and advocacy for access and attainment in higher education as well as for enhancing excellence and has been honored by numerous organizations for his contributions including as a Fellow of Complete College America.
Dear Member, Many Members have fond memories of WZCC programs which were held on earlier occasions at Leslie Sawhny Training Centre, Deolali. Since there is an increasing demand from the Members to have such a program once again, WZCC India Region has decided to hold an event at the Centre. This event will be held at the same venue covering two days, Saturday 27 th and Sunday 28th April 2024. The overnight stay includes a visit to the award-winning Gargoti Museum, the only Museum in India that displays the mineral treasures of the earth (details attached). The program “Operation Tekchem” will be expounded by Maj. Gen. Cyrus Pithawalla, AC, VSM, a former General officer of the Indian Army. He was awarded India's highest peacetime decoration for gallantry, the Ashok Chakra, in 1981, and by virtue of this, he is one of the most decorated flag officers in the history of the Indian Armed Forces. His session will be a first-hand account of action of neutralizing nine hard core insurgents in Manipur. This is a tale of leadership, discipline & decision making. Itinerary Saturday, 27 th April, 2024 - 6.30 a.m. sharp - Members will leave Sethna Agiary, Tardeo, (opp.Bhatia Hospital) (Members will need to assemble at the coach site 15 minutes prior to departure) - 6.50 a.m. sharp - At Dadar (opp. Dadar Parsi Gymkhana) (Members will need to assemble at the coach site 15 minutes prior to departure) 10.45 a.m. – 12.15 p.m. Visit to Gargoti Museium (on Nashik-Shirdi Highway) - 1.30 p.m. Reach Leslie Sawhny Training Centre, Deolali. - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Lunch - 3 p.m. onwards members get free time - 7.15 p.m. onwards - Assemble in the Leslie Sawny Training Centre garden for networking and dinner. Sunday, 28 th March 2024 - 8.00 a.m. – Breakfast - 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. – Program “Operation Tekchem” (Coffee break 11.15 a.m. to 11.35 a.m.) - 1.15 p.m.to 2.15 p.m. - Lunch - 3.00 p.m. – Departure for Mumbai. The cost for this trip will be Rs. 5000/- - per head (Rs 5600/- for Non-Members) which will include full lodging/ boarding at the Leslie Sawhny Centre, Deolali, (including Tea/Coffee, one Breakfast, two lunches, one Dinner) to & fro transportation by A/C bus, visit to Gargoti Museum and packed breakfast and mineral water on the bus on 27 th April, 2024. The cheque for the same can be made in favour of “WZCC - India” or you can send the payment by NEFT as per details given below:- Beneficiary Name: - WZCC – India Account No: - 50100344822970 Bank Name: - HDFC Bank Ltd. Branch: - Tardeo, Wadia Street IFSC Code: - HDFC0000544 Please inform after you have completed the payment by NEFT. Please note that since the Leslie Sawny Centre has limited lodging facilities, only a total of 25 persons can be accommodated on a first come first served basis, (double & Triple sharing Non-A/c rooms). Do NOT miss this opportunity. Do inform us at the time of making the payment whether you are Veg or Non-Veg. All members are requested to confirm their participation with Mr Ronnie Shrof on 9619165444 / 23532522, email. wzcc@wzcc.org and arrange to make payment latest by 15 th April, 2024. Only after making payment your name will be registered. Warm regards, Sincerely, Behroze Daruwalla President – India Region The Gargoti Museum is a museum in the town Sinnar near Nashik Maharashtra that houses a collection of natural mineral and gem specimens collected by K. C. Pandey over 40 years. The word "goti" refers to a Marathi word meaning stone or pebble. This is India's first and only gem, mineral, and fossil museum. It also houses the largest and finest collection of Indian zeolite minerals and crystals in the world. The Gargoti Museum houses the largest & the finest collection of Indian zeolite minerals and crystals in the world. It is divided into two galleries namely Deccan Plateau Gallery and Prestige Gallery. There are 2 floors in the museum and has vast collection of minerals and crystals. It is located 32 km from Nashik on Nashik-Shirdi highway in a town named Sinnar. The museum's displays include: ⚫ Natural Crystals ⚫ Zeolites, Minerals ⚫ Gem Stones ⚫ Precious Stones & Metals ⚫ Semi-Precious Stones & Metals ⚫ Fossils ⚫ Statues ⚫ Handicrafts Deccan Plateau Gallery This section displays zeolite minerals and crystals excavated from the Deccan region of India, mainly Maharashtra and surroundings states. Exhibits include: 1. Zeolite, mineral, and crystal specimens 2. Fossils of shells, extinct dinosaurs, and mammoths 3. Finest quality of statues carved out of precious/semi-precious stones 4. The fluorescent mineral display Prestige Gallery This section displays rare finds from India and around the world. This includes - 1. Gem, precious/semi-precious stones 2. Precious/semi-precious metals 3. Rocks from Moon and Mars 4. The best of Indian zeolite minerals The Prestige Gallery, designs are inspired by the Indian Parliament & Monument and showcases a glimpse of the spell bounding treasures of Nature.
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Given below is the link for the Condolence Meeting of Mr Minoo R. Shroff which was held yesterday. CLICK HERE
The WZCC Toronto Chapter organized a barbeque-cum-networking event on Saturday 8 th June 2024 at the Zoroastrian Society of Ontario in Toronto. The overall event feratured several activities like fun games, informal networking and sumptous barbeque dinner featuring both vegetarian and non-veg delicacies and witnessing a grand turnout of 62 members from across the community. The event commenced with formal registration process where each attendee was given a name tag so that other attendees can recognize them and learn more about them as individuals and what they do professionally. The informal networking during registration set the tone for the evening, transitioning into the first segment of the evening- Speed Networking. The second segment was something many attendees had heard and participated in for the first time and was hailed as the best part of the evening- Human Bingo. ‘Attendees were given 25 minutes to complete this activity and the one to complete it first won a special prize sponsored by WZCC Toronto Chapter. There was also a door prize giveaway, the winner for which was chosen by spinning a wheel of numbers. The final segment was the one that everyone had been waiting for- the barbeque dinner which was enjoyed by one and all. Informal networking once again took precedence where the attendees discussed a little more about some potential business ideas and how they can leverage the WZCC platform to launch and promote their ideas while devouring the burgers and tandoori chicken, fresh off the grill. Overall, all the members who attended the event had a gala time and everyone is excited for future events as well as the biggest event hosted by the Toronto Chapter- the WZCC Conclave 2025 to be held in the vibrant city of Toronto from April 29 th – 3 rd May 2025. Our Lovely Chefs Speed Networking underway The Lucky Draw prize winner receiving a wireless Bluetooth speaker from Dilnavaz Shroff, Global Director and Cyrus Patel, Chapter Chair and Director.
Please join us in the next WZCC Spotlight in the series from the Zoroastrian Education Network on 16 June 2024 at 11 AM EST, 4 PM London, 8.30 PM IST, 11 PM Singapore https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83366370402. Passcode: WZCC WZCC Mission – Defines PURPOSE Provide an opportunity for those who seek to create intellectual, economic and social value beyond resources controlled and maximize the nexus between the three values for sustainable development for the good of the Zarathushti and other communities. Adil Malia: CEO 'The FiRM' - a boutique Business Management Consultancy Adil holds a degree in Commerce, a Bachelor’s degree in Law, a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from the prestigious Tata Institute of Social Sciences. He has attended the Coca-Cola Wharton School 'Advance Management Program' and has been bestowed a 'Causa Honoris' Doctorate in Philosophy by Chitkara University, Chandigarh, India . With over 4 decades of Top Management Corporate experience in India and overseas, working in Godrej , GE, Marks & Spencers, Coca-Cola and Essar, Adil has served at Board Levels in areas of Leadership, HR, Marketing, Business Management Consulting and Advisory services. Adil is a Business Coach to some of the well recognised CEOs in India. Adil is fond of music and plays the Mohan Veena. He is also a TedX speaker. Adil has won several national and international awards - including the HR 'Grand Master' award at the 'WHR Congress'. He was ranked first amongst the list of top 110 Influential Global leaders by 'People-Hum', a global ranking organisation for professionals. He is an Independent Director on several companies and is one of the 7 elected Trustees on the Board of the Bombay Parsi Panchayet. Adil is an active member of the WZCC for the last 10 years now. Topic: WZCC/ZEN Spotlight on Adil Malia Time: Jun 16, 2024 08:30 PM Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83366370402 Meeting ID: 833 6637 0402 Passcode: WZCC