While the Bombay chapter of the World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) has its informal monthly meetings named "Coffee with WZCC,” the Pune chapter styles its meets "Chai with WZCC.” Their June 9, 2024 meeting was different. They networked over burgers, stated community member Mabrin Nanavatti whose daughter Behnaz is WZCC India’s youth director-designate. With the location changed to McDonald’s, "the evening was thoughtfully organized and conducted by Behnaz, who led participants through a series of engaging games and activities along with her twin Bezan Nanavatti.”
Members of the Pune chapter of the World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce
The event began with chapter committee member Farrokh Bhathena giving an insightful introduction, explaining WZCC’s mission and how they support the youth in their professional journeys. The ice breakers started with participants introducing themselves and then sharing a crucial skill needed in their current or future profession. Others would then guess the person’s field of work, fostering an interactive and fun way to get to know one another, stated Mabrin. "The games continued with thought-provoking questions, such as what one skill participants could teach professionally and one skill they would like to learn.”
The 25 participants ranged in age from 17 to 90 "highlighting our community’s ability to network across generations,” said Mabrin. Held in a comfortably air-conditioned hall, the venue provided an escape from Poona’s summer heat, he added. "Perfect for building connections and networking.”