WZCCUK has organised an event about Crowd Funding and Peer-to-Peer Lending on 26th April 2016, at the Café Spice Namaste. Speakers for the event are Jonathan Hill and Ruby Sayed Click Here to know more
DATE: 24th April, 2016 TIME: 1:30 to 4:30 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Street, BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC B of D & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Foundation BC for use of the facilities. ATTENDEES: Total 22, including Speakers (M) = Members Dr. Farah Shroff (SPEAKER) (M) Murzban Eruch Chinvala (SPEAKER) Lorelei Tolosa (SPEAKER) (M) Nevill Bhagat (M) Fariborz Rahnamoon (M) Firdosh Mehta (M) Behramsha Mizan (M) Rostam Sasani (M) Arian Sasani (M) Kayras Irani (M) Homi Italia (M) Perviz Madon (M) Pesi Balsara (M) Percy Billimoria (M) Aubtin Yazdgardian (M) Farah Mistry (M) Kerman Kasad (M) Ruzbeh Lalkaka (M) Kersasp Bharucha And other non-members. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm and chaired by Firdosh Mehta. Firdosh recapped the previous meeting issues and invited younger members Kayras Irani, Aubtin Yazdgardian and Farah Mistry, to introduce and present gifts of appreciation to the speakers. 1:45 PM Presentation by Dr. Farah Shroff, PhD. Dr Shroff, is the principal of Shroff Consulting, and a part time faculty member at the UBC Department of Family Practice and School of Population and Public Health. She is also a teacher of yoga, dance and other movement arts. Her passions are about making the world a healthier place and her consulting and teaching emphasize the limitless possibilities for mind-body wellness. She has recently started a project to improve infant and maternal health in India. Farah’s Consulting firm has worked in the area of public health, social and educational issues, focusing on research, writing, facilitation, training and more. She gave us an overview of her early days growing up in a Parsi Colony in Mumbai. She talked about how Shroff Consulting emerged around the time of birth of her son Zubin, and how working from home as a mother helped care for her children, as well as consulting and part time university professor. We heard about the benefits of being self-employed and the rewards of self-marketing, as well as how to cope with the challenges of the feast and famine days in life. She discussed her latest ventures into real estate investing and shared how opportunities can be found. She talked about the applications of various Social Media, such as LinkedIn and others, and how they can be utilized in her work from home. 2:30 PM Refreshments – Tea/Coffee, Pop, Spanakopitas, Chicken Nuggets, Cake and Coconut macroons. Rashna Mehta looked after the procuring and preparation of the refreshments. 2:45 PM Presentation by Murzban Eruch Chinvala Murzban’s power point presentation was on “Mortgages – An insider’s viewpoint & all you need to know about it”. He provided insights on how one can save money and avoid making costly mistakes on our biggest debt, usually in homes. Being a mortgage professional with Dominion Lending Centers’ Clear Trust Mortgages, with access to various sources of funding from big banks, monolines and private lenders, Murzban explained the pros & cons of various funds. Murzban was Finance Controller of Canada’s largest private post-secondary education group before migrating to Canada, Murzban was Head of Finance & Member of the Board of Directors of GlobeOp Financial Services (I) Pvt. Ltd., a leading fund administrator co-headquartered out of London & New York, having USD 190 billion of assets globally. Prior to that he was Head of Finance for Yahoo in India having been employed with the company since its initial stages. He was also instrumental in playing a lead role in the incorporation and registration of Yahoo’s global Software Development Center in Bangalore, India. Murzban explained how he became a licensed mortgage broker with certification from University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business. In addition, he is a Commerce graduate, has an MBA with specialization in finance from Australia and is a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He presented various scenarios of mortgage funding with charts and some hands-on activities, weighing different parameters applicable to mortgage funds. 3:45 PM Presentation by Ms. Lorelei Tolosa Her background has been in the entertainment and film industry where she spent 10 years as a production coordinator. An event led her to go the entrepreneurial route, a decision she’s very happy to have taken. Lorelei shared her story about her journey as an independent distributor of a personal franchise system in areas of whole-food nutrition and wellness, which is being marketed in 60 countries and discussed opportunities available to our members wishing to pursue this either full-time or on a part-time basis and create residual income. She helped us understand the over-all health benefits of using a unique plant based product from South East Asia and many other parts of the world. Brochures and her cards we made available to all. As an independent distributor, Lorelei’s business excelled quickly qualifying her for the award program in just a few months. She gave us an insight into her role as a major leader and trainer, building and supporting distribution teams globally. There were 5 new memberships added for FY 2016 at this meeting, to bring the TOTAL so far to 16 Individual + 1 Student. We would appreciate some Corporate memberships also. The following will be the newly elected Board of BC Chapter for 2016: Homi Italia Fariborz Rahnamoon Perviz Madon Firdosh Mehta Percy Billimoria Nevill Bhagat And the following will continue as the executive for 2016: Fariborz Rahnamoon (Chairman) Homi Italia (Treasurer) Firdosh Mehta (Secretary & Program Coordinator) Firdosh informed those present about the upcoming WZCC North American AGM, on 29 APR 2016, in Michigan, in conjunction with FEZANA AGM. Chapter Chair Fariborz Rahnamoon is scheduled to attend. Further details available next meeting. 4:45 PM Firdosh thanked the Speakers and all who attended for their support. The meeting was adjourned and attendees were requested to further partake of the refreshments served, and encouraged to engage in networking. Fee Structure for 2016 year is : Corporate (Business, with 2 individual members)…. $ 50 Individual (1 each)……………………………………………..$ 25 Student (1 each) …….…………………………$ 10 This was our second meeting for 2016. The next meeting is scheduled for 5 June 2016. Minutes Prepared by: Firdosh Mehta Date: 27 April 2016 Here are some photos of the meeting which we hope you will
MEETING OF WORLD ZARATHUSHTI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VANCOUVER, BC CHAPTER DAY: Sunday 5th JUNE, 2016 TIME: 1:00 to 5:00 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Ave. BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC Board of Directors & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar e Mehr BC. PROGRAM: Please email fdjmehta@shaw.ca or call 604-544-8983, and confirm attendance by Friday 20th May 2016. 1:00 PM Arrive and Register 1:30 PM Presentation by Capt. KHUSHRU IRANI Topic : “Shipping as a career: Advantages and disadvantages”. He has over 44 years experience in shipping industry worldwide and is currently working as a senior marine inspector with Transport Canada, Vancouver. He started his career on the seas at the age of 17 as a cadet/apprentice on board a training ship. At 30 years of age, he got his Masters license and got his first command on board a cargo ship in France. Over the next 6 years he commanded over various types of ocean going ships like Bulk Carriers, Container ships. He later moved to a shore based job as a marine surveyor in Bombay working for Ericson & Richards and three years later was appointed as an Executive Director with Pandi Correspondents Pvt. Limited representing 6 international shipping insurance companies. He immigrated to Canada in 2001 with his family and worked briefly with BC Ferries as Chief Officer/Master on the central coast of BC before joining Transport Canada Marine Safety in 2004. Since then he has various responsibilities such as Port State Control officer, Pollution and Accident investigator, Chief examiner of Nautical Officers, Pleasure Craft Safety inspector and Instructor for Transport Canada National Training Program. 2:30 to 2:45 PM Q/A, Discussions 2:45 PM Refreshments – Tea/Coffee (No charge for members & speakers, $ 3 for Non-Members per person) 3:00 PM Update on NA WZCC AGM in Michigan by Fariborz and request from SYNERGY by Meher Bhesania ME Chapter. 3:15 PM Presentation by ASPI USTAD Account Manager Vancity Savings Credit Union, Fairview Community Branch Topic: Ten Things a Lender looks for in a Business Plan Some items covered will be – Business Plan Top Ten Various sources of Capital to support business growth Most effective use of your start-up capital The value of cash flow planning in attracting financing Insider tips on what drives investor return expectations 4:15 to 4:30 PM Q/A, Discussions 4:30 PM Vote of Thanks. Speaker appreciation. 4:45 PM Future program announcements 5:00 PM Adjourn meeting Please attend and participate in this educational and informative sessions. Current Board members of WZCC Vancouver BC Chapter for 2016 Fariborz Rahnamoon Chair Homi Italia Treasurer Firdosh Mehta Secretary & Program Coordinator Perviz Madon Percy Billimoria Nevill Bhagat Please let us know: Would you be willing to become a Member of this Chapter? Would you be willing to work on the board or a committee of this Chapter? For more information on WZCC Chamber…….. visit www.wzcc.net Thank you for your interest in WZCC. Firdosh Mehta WZCC BC Chapter Secretary & Program Coordinator
WZCCME organized the Essential Skills Building Program on 13th May 2016, at the Hilton Garden Inn, from 2.00 p.m to 6.30 p.m. Topics covered were: “Leadership & Entrepreneurship and Understanding & Managing Finance.” Part II of the Program was organised on 27th May 2016 at the same venue and same time. Topics covered were – “Art of winning business and networking” and “How to effectively use social media for business development.” click here for more details
The WZCCME organized an Essential Skills Program spread over 2 weekends in May 2016 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Al Mina. The Program organized on 13th and 27th May had 4 sessions where eminent speakers enlightened the crowd, which comprised of entrepreneurs, professionals and budding businessmen and women. The 1st day saw Mr. Fadi Akel, founder of the OCD Group share his views on Leadership and Entrepreneurship. He engaged the audience with some great insights on human behavior and how ‘Entrepreneurship is about Idea Driven Enterprises’. He suggested an Inside Out approach to managing business and shared a Holistic approach to build a successful enterprise. This session was followed by a very informative session by Mrs. Kashmira Kotwal, Director Knowledge Quotient who gave us tips on Understanding and Managing Finance. This number crunching session told us what figures we need to watch (I mean numbers …not the one you imagined) and how to leverage our assets and minimize liabilities. The simplistic approach made the session easy to understand for the uninitiated and provided some much needed answers to how to manage our business finances better. Day 2 of the Skill Program took things to a very personal and social level. The 1st session had Mr. Jean Oosthuizen, founder of Blue Dot sharing his experiences on Art of Winning Business and Networking. This session was an eye opener on how the simplest of tricks can have the best impact. He shared with us the importance of ‘Knowing yourself’ and having an elevator pitch ready. The need for a story and having a strong agenda for every meeting was brought to the fore. He also stressed on how any relationship is built on being a good conversationalist and a generally ‘happy person’ to be around. If the 1st session was about being personal, the 2nd one was all about being social to build business. Mr Hameed Yousuf, an entrepreneur and social media guru at BPG Maxus told us how Social Media was taking over lives and business today. His session gave us some startling facts – UAE residents spend over 3 hours on social media everyday, the mobile is our constant companion and so many more. The growing impact of social media and the basics of each platform were also covered, the case studies he shared inspired many attendees to consider using social media to further their business. All in all, the 2 Fridays were a great opportunity to learn, network and also enjoy some great snacks while adding on new skills to our repertoire. Here is to Fridays well spent and many more such sessions in the future
DAY: Sunday 11th September, 2016 TIME: 1:00 to 5:00 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Ave. BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC Board of Directors & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar e Mehr BC. PROGRAM: Please email fdjmehta@shaw.ca or call 604-544-8983, and confirm attendance by Friday 26th AUGUST, 2016. 1:00 PM Arrive and Register 1:30 PM Presentation by: Mr. Andrew Peck Andrew Peck is President-Elect of CREA for 2016 having served on the Board of Directors for the past six years. Andrew is a fourth-generation British Columbian who has spent his entire career as a REALTOR® in the Metro Vancouver area. First licensed in 1983, Andrew became a managing broker in 1987. In 1996, he merged several companies to form Royal Pacific Realty Group – serving Metro Vancouver. Andrew is now the broker owner, vice-president and general manager, overseeing over 1,200 licensed REALTORS® and a staff of 30. Since 2001, Andrew has been a part of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, first becoming a director, serving on task forces and committees, then vice-president in 2003 and president in 2004. In 2007, Andrew was elected president of the BC Real Estate Association. Andrew enjoys assisting Boards with progressive governance, teaching leadership courses for CREA and mentoring YPN members. Topic : “An update on what is happening in the real estate markets across Canada and some highlights about the market in the Greater Vancouver area.” 2:30 to 2:45 PM Q/A, Discussions 2:45 PM Refreshments – Tea/Coffee No charge for refreshments 3:15 PM Presentation by: Mr. Rob Gawthrop, CFP, CLU, EPC Gawthrop Financial Group Inc. Customplan Financial Advisors Inc. Topic: Important Financial and Life Lessons learned from “The Richest Man In Babylon” Taking some of the valuable lessons from the best-selling book “The Richest Man In Babylon” by George Clason, Rob will discuss and explain how the right knowledge, guidance and actions along with personal determination, can help you develop sound financial plans for your business, yourself and your family. Rob will also explain the importance of systematic savings, asset accumulation, access to capital, minimizing taxation, protecting what you have, and leaving a legacy. 4:15 to 4:30 PM Q/A, Discussions 4:30 PM Vote of Thanks. Speaker appreciation. 4:45 PM Future program announcements and speaker selections 5:00 PM Adjourn meeting Current Board members of WZCC Vancouver BC Chapter for 2016 Fariborz Rahnamoon Chair Homi Italia Treasurer Firdosh Mehta Secretary & Program Coordinator Perviz Madon Percy Billimoria Nevill Bhagat Even if you cannot make it to the meeting, we would like your response to Firdosh Mehta by email: fdjmehta@shaw.ca or call 604-544-8983 Please let us know: Would you be willing to become a Member of this Chapter? Would you be willing to work on the board or a committee of this Chapter? For more information on WZCC Chamber…….. visit www.wzcc.net Thank you for your interest in WZCC. Firdosh Mehta WZCC BC Chapter Secretary & Program Coordinator
WZCC – Houston Chapter hosted a Career Conversation session at the Z Camp Texas 2016 held on July 29-31, 2016 at the Zarathushti Heritage and Culture Center in Houston. Participants from various parts of the state of Texas were in attendance. The interactive session was specially designed to help high school and college level students. It was very well received and was a big success. Three speakers, Dr. Benafsha Irani, Ms. Anahita Nariman and Ms. Mitra Khambatta shared their educational and professional experiences with the enthusiastic audience. Dr. Benafsha Irani practices Family Medicine in Houston, Ms. Anahita Nariman practices Corporate Law and Litigation and Ms. Mitra Khambatta is a practicing accountant. The youth got some good learning from the three young professionals on staying committed to their dreams, open to change and studying smart. After the discussion, youth teams presented their views on medical practices of the future, ideas ranging from hologram emergency medicine to bio-engineered orthopedic solutions. WZCC – Houston Chapter is very thankful to the three speakers for providing firsthand information to the young and eager audience and looks forward to hosting another session next year at the Z Camp Texas 2017.
Pradeep Anand is no stranger to the Houston Business and Cultural Scene. He also happens to have many friends from our Zoroastrian Community. For over 30 years, he has helped executives at more than 60 industrial and technology companies develop strategies and tactics that swiftly accelerate revenue and margin growth. His work experience ranges from High-Tech to No-Tech industries: in Oil & Gas, Engineering, manufacturing, Software, Technology and Services. He has published many papers on Oil & Gas, Career Development, Outsourcing, Business Growth/Marketing, India, etc. Pradeep is President and founder of Seeta Resources, Adjunct Faculty at Rice University MBA program; Mentor to Startups/NextGen Employees, etc. He is an Alumni of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and also the author of the book An Indian in Cowboy Country with stories from an Immigrant’s life that many of us are so close to. WZCC Houston Chapter invites you to attend this very interesting talk. Click here for more information
MINUTES OF THE MEETING DATE: 11th SEPT, 2016 TIME: 1:00 to 5:00 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Street, BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC B of D & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Foundation for use of the facilities. ATTENDEES: Total 42 including Speakers The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm and chaired by Firdosh Mehta. He updated members of past meeting issues and thanked everyone for the unusually large turnout. Meeting started with a Presentation by: Mr. Andrew Peck Firdosh thanked Piroj Amrolia for introducing the speaker to WZCC. He proceeded to introduce the speaker. Piroj Amrolia gave us a background on her professional connections and knowing Andrew for many years. Andrew Peck is President-Elect of CREA for 2016, having served on the Board of Directors for the past six years. Andrew is a fourth-generation British Columbian who has spent his entire career as a REALTOR® in the Metro Vancouver area. First licensed in 1983, Andrew became a managing broker in 1987. In 1996, he merged several companies to form Royal Pacific Realty Group – serving Metro Vancouver. Andrew is now the broker owner, vice-president and general manager, overseeing over 1,200 licensed REALTORS® and a staff of 30. Since 2001, Andrew has been a part of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, first becoming a director, then vice-president in 2003 and president in 2004. In 2007, Andrew was elected president of the BC Real Estate Association. Andrew gave us an update on what is happening in the real estate markets across Canada with some highlights about the market in the Greater Vancouver area. He explained the system of Realtors’ testing and exams and the recent withdrawal of Professional Status of realtors for neglect in self-regulation and member discipline. He also explained the issues of market pressures due to large influx of “Foreign Buyers”, that is those who do not have residency status for Income Tax purposes. This has led to the implementation of a new tax on those buyers. He also discussed some agencies who indulged in Flipping of not just the properties, but the sales agreements to multiple tiers of buyers without the additional gain to sellers, with increased profiteering by Sales Agents. Firdosh summarized the talk and offered a Vote of Thanks to Andrew as a token of our appreciation. Refreshments were served to all of Tea/Coffee, Pop, Samosas, Jalaybees & assorted fruits. We are very thankful to Piroj Amrolia for bringing Sandwiches and Cake. The meeting continued with a presentation by: Mr. Rob Gawthrop, CFP, CLU, EPC of Gawthrop Financial Group Inc. and Customplan Financial Advisors Inc. Firdosh introduced the speaker with an exhibit of the book to be discussed. Topic: Important Financial and Life Lessons learned from “The Richest Man In Babylon” Taking some of the valuable lessons from this best-selling book “The Richest Man In Babylon” by George S. Clason, Rob explained how the right knowledge, guidance and actions along with personal determination, can help you develop sound financial plans for your business, yourself and your family. He stressed on what the book promoted as the discipline of SAVING and then making wise investments with those savings. Rob did this by explaining the importance of systematic savings, asset accumulation, access to capital, minimizing taxation, protecting what you have, and leaving a legacy for your family and causes that were dear to you. He guides his clients towards successful financial decisions. Rob also introduced and briefly reviewed his new book titled, “PAY CHEQUES & PLAY CHEQUES: RETIREMENT INCOME SOLUTIONS FOR CANADIANS.” He proceeded to give that book to Homi as appreciation for introducing him to WZCC. Homi requested that the book should be included in the ZSBC Library for all to read. Thanks a lot, Homi. Firdosh summarized the talk with insight into one of the unusual investments mentioned in the book that involved the simple knowledge of heat transfer as imperative understanding for that investment. He highly recommended that all should read this book. He offered a Vote of Thanks to Rob with a Speaker appreciation gift. Firdosh thanked the Speakers and all who attended. The attendees were requested to further partake of the refreshments and encouraged to engage in networking. With no other business to discuss, the Meeting was adjourned at 5 PM. We request those who have not paid membership fees for 2016 year yet, to please do so. We welcome new members and request others to join. We would like to offer our thanks to Aubtin and Kayras for their assistance in audio-visual equipment set up and taking some photos. We have an excellent speaker lined up for the next meeting on 20 NOVEMBER 2016. Please note this meeting will also be our Chapter AGM. Announcement to follow. Minutes Prepared by: Firdosh Mehta Date: 24 SEPT 2016
The speaker for the event is Stephen Fry CEO – Hounslow Chamber of Commerce
MEETING OF WORLD ZARATHUSHTI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VANCOUVER, BC CHAPTER DAY: SUNDAY 20th NOVEMBER, 2016 TIME: 1:00 to 4:30 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Ave. BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC Board of Directors & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar e Mehr BC. PROGRAM: Please email fdjmehta@shaw.ca or call 604-544-8983, and confirm attendance by Thursday 10th November. 1:00 PM Arrive and Register 1:30 PM Presentation by Ms. Narges Nirumvala SPEAKER: Narges is a world renowned leadership communication expert and international speaker. One of the Top 100 Leadership Experts to Follow on Twitter in the World, she is the CEO of ExecutiveSpeak Coaching International and author of the book “Capture the Spotlight”. A trusted advisor to CEOs, Narges works with corporate leaders, association executives, elected community officials and high-performance teams to help them communicate with confidence in any situation. Her clients include Fortune 500 and FT 500 Companies. Narges has appeared on City TV, Breakfast Television Vancouver, OMNI Television, SUCCESS magazine, the Province, News1130 radio and many others. Her writing on the subject has been published in 106 countries worldwide. Narges is also an influencer, community leader and philanthropist. She sits on the Board of Directors for the Dixon Transition Society and is Chair of the Fundraising Committee for the CKNW Orphans’ Fund and is a Patron of the Vancouver Opera. Recently she was nominated for the 2014 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. Topic: “Find your voice: release your power”. “In this interactive, empowering and energizing speech Ms. Nirumvala will take you on a journey to look for moments to make a greater impact in your world. Filled with personal stories and tangible takeaways, you will leave inspired and ready to take action.” 2:15 PM Interactive Discussions, Questions & Answers. 2:45 PM Vote of Thanks. Speaker appreciation. 3:00 PM Refreshments – Tea/Coffee and snacks (No charge ) 3:30 PM Chapter Members Meeting Present Status by Chairman: Fariborz Rahnamoon Report by Secretary & Program Coordinator: Firdosh Mehta Present Status by Treasurer: Homi Italia, Financials AS OF 31 OCT & Discussions during the 19 NOV Global conference call. Discuss new Web Site and Chapter contribution towards it. Reimbursement of 40 % of fees to CHAMBER and Confirmation of FEE Schedule for 2017 Raising funds through Advertisements and donations for SYNERGYZ Future program announcements and speaker selections 4:15 PM Adjourn meeting. Networking and refreshments. Current Board members of WZCC Vancouver BC Chapter for 2016 Fariborz Rahnamoon Chair Homi Italia Treasurer Firdosh Mehta Secretary & Program Coordinator Perviz Madon Percy Billimoria Nevill Bhagat Even if you cannot make it to the meeting, we would like your response to Firdosh Mehta by email: fdjmehta@shaw.ca or call 604-544-8983 Please let us know: Would you be willing to become a Member of this Chapter? Would you be willing to work on the Board or a committee of this Chapter? For more information on WZCC Chamber…….. visit www.wzcc.net Thank you for your interest in WZCC. Firdosh Mehta WZCC BC Chapter Secretary & Program Coordinator
THIS SPECIAL MEETING WILL BE HELD AFTER THE SPEAKER AND REFRESHMENT BREAK DAY: SUNDAY 20th NOVEMBER, 2016 TIME: 3:30 to 4:30 PM LOCATION: Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar-e-Mehr, 6900 Halifax Ave. BURNABY, BC V5B 2R5 We thank ZSBC Board of Directors & Trustees of Arbab Rostam Guiv Dar e Mehr BC. AGENDA FOR INTERIM SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING Review of notes of previous meeting along with matters arising and approval of same will be differed to the full AGM in 2017 Review of annual financial statement along with matters arising and approval of same will be differed to the full AGM in 2017 Interim Status of Chapter by Chairman: Fariborz Rahnamoon Interim Report by Secretary & Program Coordinator: Firdosh Mehta Interim Financial Status AS OF 31 OCT by Treasurer: Homi Italia Report on Discussions during the 19 NOV Global conference call: Homi Italia Discuss submission of Chapter Financials to CHAMBER, Y / N: Homi Italia Reimbursement of 40 % of fees to CHAMBER: Homi Italia/Fariborz Rahnamoon Discuss New Global Web Site & Chapter contribution towards it: Fariborz Rahnamoon Discuss Updates to Chapter Web Site & Chapter expense for it: Fariborz Rahnamoon Raising funds through Advertisements and donations for SYNERGYZ: Homi Italia Confirmation of FEE Schedule for 2017: Homi Italia, could be done at full AGM. Appoint Nominations receiver for BoDs for 2017: Perviz Madon Volunteered Future program announcements and speaker suggestions. Any other business permitted by Chair.
KHURSHEED N. KHURODY
Ms. Khursheed Khurody’s background and education spans four countries and several disciplines. Raised and educated in the U.K., and the U.S.A, Ms. Khurody completed her schooling at Stowe in England and her formal higher education at Harvard University.
Together with her academic education, both in the humanities and in the sciences, she has a strong background in the western performing arts and several prizes and awards to her credit, in western classical music.
While representing Harvard Alumni in India, Ms. Khurody seeded the Harvard Club of Mumbai.
Presently, Ms. Khurody works with The School of Inspired Leadership (SOIL) and SOIL School of Business Design: (SSOBD) – Coaching and mentoring students in the Post Graduate Diploma programme in Management (PGDM), integrating management, design thinking, and the liberal arts while emphasizing experiential learning through live projects, internships and global exposure.
She has also just joined Mr. Ravi Kant in his venture, Leading from the Back (LfB), as an Advisor to his leadership development initiative and strategic imperative for building resilient, adaptive, and high-performing organisations.
In addition, Ms. Khurody sits on several Social Purpose and Non-Profit Boards, while working as a Strategic Advisor & Consultant to both Domestic and Global NGOs, shaping organisational design, architecture, strategy, partnerships, culture, & governance.
Ms. Khurody is also presently country Chair of the Shivia Livelihoods Foundation – an international non-profit organisation, head-quartered in London – working for the poorest of the poor in India, through its livelihood development programmes.
With increasing relevance, Ms. Khurody believes, that the humanities & liberal arts fashion leaders who are organic, passionate and vitally relevant. For example, she says, “The parallels between music and management are astounding.”
In her spare time, she enjoys, trekking through mountains and forests. She loves the outdoors and enjoys swimming and riding. She also has a deep love of reading, writing, history, poetry and philosophy.
Zenia is an accomplished wellness coach with five years of experience empowering clients around the world, including in India, the US, the UK, Canada, and Australia, to lead healthier, more balanced lives. Through personalized coaching and holistic approaches, Zenia has helped countless individuals transform their physical, mental, and
emotional well-being.
With a background spanning nine years in the service industry, including five years in retail and another five years in social media, Zenia has leveraged her diverse skill set to build a successful wellness business in Toronto from the
ground up, starting with no external support. Her business thrives on a deep understanding of customer needs and an unwavering commitment to helping others achieve their fullest potential. Zenia’s mission is both ambitious and inspiring: she aims to establish 100 profitable breakfast clubs and create a community of 10,000 people across Ontario, all focused on cultivating healthy lifestyles and achieving their optimal shape. With a strong belief in the power of community and wellness, Zenia is dedicated to helping individuals unlock their best selves.
Fravash has been a passionate leader and active contributor to the Zoroastrian community. From 2019 to 2024, he served as Chair of the Zoroastrian Society of Ontario (ZSO) Youth Committee, where he played a pivotal role in organizing youth initiatives and fostering a sense of community among young Zarathushtis. Currently, he serves as Co-Chair of the Zoroastrian Youth of North America (ZYNA), continuing his mission to connect and empower the next generation of Zoroastrians across the continent.
Fravash holds a degree in International Business from Toronto Metropolitan University and has entrepreneurial experience as the founder of Fravi Sauce, a business he successfully launched and managed. He now works alongside his family at Pearl Knstructions Inc., their home renovation business, where he applies his business acumen and hands-on expertise. Fravash’s dedication to both his professional endeavors and his community reflects his drive to build meaningful connections and create lasting impact.
Araash Chothia, based in Toronto, Canada, is pursuing his Bachelor of Commerce degree with a major in Marketing.
Passionate about storytelling and community engagement,
Araash serves as the Newsletter Editor for the Zoroastrian Society of Ontario (ZSO), where he highlights the stories of inspiring local Zoroastrians and keeps members informed through monthly publications. His dedication to preserving and sharing Zoroastrian heritage is evident in his work, which fosters a sense of connection and pride within the community.
In addition to his editorial role, Araash is an active member of the ZSO Youth Committee and the World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) – Toronto Chapter. A natural connector, he enjoys meaningful conversations and delving
into topics that spark his curiosity, such as politics, business, nature, and religion. Araash’s enthusiasm for learning and his commitment to his community reflect his drive to make a positive impact.
Mehrzaad Mogrelia is a dedicated and multi-talented professional known for his exceptional ability to bring diverse elements together seamlessly. With a sharp focus on detail and a knack for problem-solving, Mehrzaad excels in organizing complex projects and ensuring every piece of the puzzle fits perfectly.
Driven by a commitment to excellence, Mehrzaad is the goto person for coordinating efforts and delivering results, no matter the challenge. His collaborative spirit, precision, and ability to adapt make him an invaluable asset in any endeavor, consistently turning visions into reality.
Hormazd is a seasoned Corporate and Investment Banker with over 20 years of experience. He founded MergerDomo, an M&A and PE platform, to support Indian SMEs in raising growth capital or exploring sell-off opportunities. In 2020, he presented MergerDomo at the Tiger’s Den in Lonavala and won for its innovative approach.
Based in Pune, Hormazd is committed to transforming the financial landscape for Indian SMEs, leveraging his expertise to bridge the gap between businesses and investors. His work reflects a dedication to fostering growth and creating
value in the corporate finance space.
Yazdi Tantra is a Chartered Accountant turned tech consultant, entrepreneur, and trainer. He combines his expertise in finance and technology to deliver innovative solutions and develop projects that push technological
boundaries.
Deeply committed to the global Zoroastrian community, Yazdi has promoted and managed several websites to foster stronger connections worldwide. As a trainer, he shares his knowledge to empower others, embodying his vision of a connected and thriving Zoroastrian community through the fusion of tradition and modernity.
Migrating to the United States in July 1991, Bomi Patel has become a dedicated community leader and successful entrepreneur. He currently serves as President of the Zarthushti Anjuman of Northern California and has previously held key roles as Global Vice President of WZCC and President of FEZANA, fostering collaboration and cultural awareness within the Zoroastrian community.
In 2013, Bomi founded BB Travel Experts LLC, a travel agency specializing in cruises, global tours, and travel services, earning a reputation for exceptional service. His journey reflects a passion for leadership, service, and entrepreneurial excellence.
Dr. Zubin Sethna is an Associate Professor of Marketing, managing a £15 million postgraduate portfolio and bringing 22 years of industry experience to his teaching. An awardwinning entrepreneur, he has founded five businesses and advises organizations globally through Baresman Consulting.
His research on marketing and entrepreneurship is reflected in his PhD and books, Entrepreneurial Marketing and Consumer Behavior.
He also serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Research in Marketing and Entrepreneurship and is a keynote speaker at leading institutions, including IIMA.
Arzan Sam Wadia is a distinguished architect and community leader, originally from Bombay, India, who now runs a successful architecture and technology practice in New York City. A graduate in Urban Design and Architecture, he blends innovation with design excellence in his work. Arzan has held prominent roles in the Zoroastrian community, including as the immediate Past President of FEZANA and Co-Chair of the 12th World Zoroastrian Congress in 2022. He has also contributed to major events like the North American Zoroastrian Congress and the World Zoroastrian Youth Congress, as well as youth leadership
forums in the UK.
As Program Director of the Zoroastrian Return to Roots Program since 2013, Arzan has inspired young Zarathushtis to reconnect with their heritage. He co-founded the Zarathushti Entrepreneurship Development Foundation and is the founding editor of Parsi Khabar, a leading online platform for global Parsi news. Outside of his professional and community endeavors, Arzan enjoys riding his motorcycle through New York City, embracing the simple joys of life.
Meherwan Dara Wadia, PMP, is a dynamic professionalwho seamlessly balances creativity and technical expertise.Based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Meherwan is askilled DJ and photographer, known for his ability to capture moments and craft memorable experiences. His passion for the arts is complemented by his professionalism, making him a sought-after creative talent in the region.
In addition to his creative pursuits, Meherwan serves as a Senior Program Manager at TCS Canada Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in driving growth and transformation for Canada’s financial institutions and public sectororganizations. Specializing in cloud computing, cybersecurity, financial crime prevention, and AI/ML initiatives, he leverages his technical acumen and leadership skills to deliver impactful results. Meherwan’s unique blend of artistry and technological expertise positions him as a versatile and innovative leader in both his professional and creative endeavors.
