The stage is set for the vibrant city of Toronto to host the biggest event of WZCC:

The WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025

Scheduled to take place from April 29th-May 3rd 2025. As our team is gearing up to welcome you all, the spots are filling up fast and we are sure you do not want to miss out on this magical experience of networking with some of the high profile individuals of the entrepreneurial world. Buy your tickets now from our ticketing platform to guarantee your spot at the WZCC Toronto Conclave.

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Keeping up with the excitement, we are proud to announce the first set of amazing speakers that will dazzle the stage with their inspirational journey and eye-opening experiences.

Hear how Ronnie Irani, (USA) CEO of RKI Energy Resources LLC, founded his own oil company and, in a decade, struck oil-or should we say gold-by selling RKI in three tranches in 2015 for $3.5 billion in this exclusive fireside chat with Ronnie and Edul Daver. Learn from Ronnie’s inspiring journey, from his lifetime achievement and Oklahoma Hall of Fame Awards to creating the Ronnie K Irani Center for Energy Solutions, RKI Center for Creation of Economic Wealth, and RKI Center for Data Analytics and Al.

Through  a powerful keynote, Firdaus Kharas (CANADA) who was awarded Canada's highest honor of the "ORDER OF CANADA" will share 12 impactful takeaways from his extraordinary journey.
Expect eye-opening insights, inspiring anecdotes, and practical lessons on how each of us can shape a better world.
If you believe in making a difference, this is a talk you can’t afford to miss!
From witnessing the struggles of refugees as a child in India to working alongside his mother in Mother Teresa's Home for the Dying, Firdaus' life has been shaped by one core belief: Every human deserves dignity.
A pioneer in behavioral change communication, he’s tackled global challenges—HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, and poverty—through innovative media, including award-winning animated campaigns. His work transcends borders, languages, and cultures, proving that purpose-driven storytelling can spark real change.

Zerbanoo Gifford, (UNITED KINGDOM), founder of The ASHA Centre is celebrated for her decades of commitment to humanitarian work. From starting small by making a difference within her local community to driving significant change on an international scale, her journey serves as a powerful reminder that meaningful change begins with small, purposeful actions and that business or entrepreneurial work can be a powerful force for the greater good.
What the WZCC TORONTO CONCLAVE 2025 means to Zerbanoo:
“Carrying the renowned spirit of Zoroastrian social entrepreneurship in all we are.”

Elliott Penner (CANADA), the former President of French's Food Company: His take on Delivering GOOD While Building GREAT Businesses
From driving French’s Food Company to unprecedented global growth to founding The For Good Foundation, which has shipped over $50 million worth of food to Canadian food banks, Elliott Penner proves that business success and social impact go hand in hand.
Hear how his leadership turned Franks RedHot into the #1 hot sauce in the world and how his commitment to local farmers and communities sparked real change—feeding millions and inspiring businesses to do more GOOD.

Mervon Mehta  (CANADA) is the Executive Director, Performing Arts at The Royal Conservatory of Music.
Son of singer Carmen and conductor Zubin Mehta, Mervon has continued his family's musical legacy and will be discussing the key aspects of the business side of things in the world of performing arts.

With over 50 years of experience in marketing and advertising, Sam Balsara  (INDIA), Chairman of Madison World, is one of India’s most influential media leaders — ranked by The Economic Times for 11 consecutive years.  
As its Chairman, through Madison World, India’s largest independent communications group, Sam has shaped the landscape of the industry and led countless organizations to success.
In this exclusive keynote, Sam will challenge the way we view success — revealing why happiness is not the result of success, but the key to unlocking it.

Mickey Mehta (INDIA) is the ambassador for the FIT India Movement
India’s leading holistic health guru, fitness expert, and motivational speaker, With over four decades of experience, he has trained Bollywood celebrities, top business leaders, and even the Mumbai Police.
As the founder of Mickey Mehta’s 360 Degree Wellness Temples, he has revolutionized holistic health through yoga, meditation, and lifestyle coaching. His expertise has been featured in books, radio shows, and collaborations with global brands.

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Best Regards,

The WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025 Team

The WZCC Toronto Conclave is excited to present a never before seen offer, one that is simply unmissable:

Bring 7 People & Pay only CAD 100 per person per day including the dazzling Gala Dinner & Awards Night

Gather a group of 7 friends/family and pay only $300 per person for the Conclave Trifecta—featuring the WZCC Toronto Conclave + the FEZANA Joint Awards Gala. That’s just $100 per day per person.

This limited-time group rate gives you access to:

• Day 1 – April 29th
• Day 2 – April 30th
• The Grand Gala Dinner & Awards Night – May 3rd

Bought your ticket already and think you can gather 7 more people? Email us at [email protected] to get your ticket adjusted.

Offer ends March 31st – Secure your spots before it’s gone!

To secure this special group rate, select Group Registration to unlock this special pricing:

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*Have Questions*

Email us at: [email protected]

Contact us on our toll free number: 1-888-969-5150

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Facebook: @wzcc.toronto

Instagram: @wzcctoronto

Best Regards
The WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025 Team

The WZCC Toronto Chapter would like to welcome you all to the 2025 WZCC Conclave to be held in Toronto from April 29th to May 3rd, 2025.

WZCC TORONTO CONCLAVE 2025 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ON

MERVON MEHTA

Mervon Mehta is the Executive Director, Performing Arts at The Royal Conservatory of Music.

Son of singer Carmen and conductor Zubin Mehta, Mervon has continued his family's musical legacy.

 We are so excited to have him as our speaker and learn more about the business side of performing arts!

WZCC TORONTO CONCLAVE 2025 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ON

SAM BALSARA

With over 50 years of experience in marketing and advertising, Sam Balsara is one of India’s most influential media leaders — ranked by The Economic Times for 11 consecutive years.

As Chairman of Madison World, India’s largest independent communications group, Sam has shaped the landscape of the industry and led countless organizations to success.

In this exclusive keynote, Sam will challenge the way we view success — revealing why happiness is not the result of success, but the key to unlocking it.

Don’t miss this chance to gain invaluable insights on how happiness can drive both personal and organizational success.

Save the date — let’s reimagine success together!

Get your tickets now to meet them at the WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025

Register Now

To become a Sponsor for any part of the Conclave please click below:

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*Questions?*

Email us at: [email protected]

Toll Free Number: 1-888-969-5150

The WZCC Toronto Chapter would like to welcome you all to the 2025 WZCC Conclave to be held in Toronto from April 29th to May 3rd, 2025.

MEET THE WZCC TORONTO CONCLAVE 2025 HONORARY AWARDEE

Zerbanoo Gifford, celebrated for her decades of commitment to humanitarian work, is an author and the founder of The ASHA Centre.

From starting small by making a difference within her local community to driving significant change on an international scale, her journey serves as a powerful reminder that meaningful change begins with small, purposeful actions and that business or entrepreneurial work can be a powerful force for the greater good.

What the WZCC TORONTO CONCLAVE 2025 means to Zerbanoo: “Carrying the renowned spirit of Zoroastrian social entrepreneurship in all we are.”

Register for the WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025 today using the link below:

FIRESIDE CHAT WITH RONNIE IRANI & EDUL DAVER

Hear how Ronnie Irani, CEO of RKI Energy Resources LLC, founded his own oil company and, in a decade, struck oil-or should we say gold-by selling RKI in three tranches in 2015 for $3.5 billion!

Register for the WZCC Toronto Conclave 2025 today to catch this exclusive fireside chat with Ronnie and Edul Daver.

Learn from Ronnie’s inspiring journey, from his lifetime achievement and Oklahoma Hall of Fame Awards to creating the Ronnie K Irani Center for Energy Solutions, RKI Center for Creation of Economic Wealth, and RKI Center for Data Analytics and Al.

Don’t miss this chance to network with high-profile business leaders!

Register Now! Come, Listen, Learn, and Be Inspired!

To become a Sponsor for any part of the Conclave please click below:

Become A Sponser

Thanking you,

WZCC Conclave Team.

WZCC Conclave Toronto Conclave 2025 Registrations Now Open

Connect with High Net-Worth and Influential Zoroastrians at the World Zoroastrian Chamber of Commerce Conclave, April 29th - May 3rd in Toronto. Secure Your Spot!

What to expect at this Conclave?

1. Global lineup of speakers, panelists will talk about how they ensure that their health – ultimately drives their business wealth!

   
   

2. Leadership excellence with interactive sessions on how icons leverage dopamine, neuroplasticity to bounce back stronger from set-backs. A roadmap to making smarter decisions in high pressure situations

   
   

3. “Tiger’s Den” will have mentors who will invest time and funds in our community enterprises, regardless of the business size.

   
   

4. Explore Canada’s iconic sights, enjoy cultural activities, and celebrate at the Gala Awards Night.

From witnessing the struggles of refugees as a child in India to working alongside his mother in Mother Teresa’s Home for the Dying, Firdaus’s life has been shaped by one core belief: Every human deserves dignity.
A pioneer in behavioral change communication, he’s tackled global challenges—HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, and poverty—through innovative media, including award-winning animated campaigns. His work transcends borders, languages, and cultures, proving that purpose-driven storytelling can spark real change.

Register Now

Invitation for Sponsorship

The WZCC Toronto Chapter is inviting Zoroastrian businesses and professionals to partner with us as a sponsor for the upcoming Toronto Conclave on April 29th - May 3rd, 2025. This event brings together Zoroastrian industry leaders, professionals, youth enthusiasts, and we believe your participation would greatly enhance the experience.

The conclave aims to bring like-minded business owners, professionals and entrepreneurs of all ages and backgrounds together to share their experiences, foster networking and have panelists to discuss today’s hot topics in the world of business and enterprise.  This conclave presents an excellent opportunity for your business to gain visibility and network with a diverse audience.

We are offering several sponsorship levels, each with unique benefits:

By sponsoring the Toronto Conclave 2025, you will not only showcase your commitment to the global Zoroastrian entrepreneurship community, but also promote your brand to a targeted audience. We are also looking to subsidize rates to maximize youth participation and reduce costs for foreign delegates willing to attend.

To proceed paying for your sponsorship, please click here to be directed to our Sponsorship page.

You will be asked to provide your business/professional logo to our Toronto Conclave 2025 team on done.

Warm regards,

WZCC Toronto Chapter - Sponsorship Team

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-888-969-5150

Calling Zoroastrian Aspiring Designers

The American Zoroastrian Society is seeking a creative and meaningful logo design that reflects our mission and values.

Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025

Email Entries to: [email protected]

Winning Prize: $300.00

Winner Announcement: March 7, 2025

About American Zoroastrian Society:

The American Zoroastrian Society is a nonprofit organization aimed at sharing the universality of Zoroastrian philosophy per the Gathas and creating a welcoming community for all. We want our organization to embody ideas of enlightenment, cooperative growth, and pluralism.

Design Guidelines:

• Zoroastrian fire should be the central element.

• The logo should include our full name: “American Zoroastrian Society”

• The logo should have no more than 2-3 colors and please avoid gradients.

• Each designer is welcome to submit up to three different design variations.

• We seek a modern, inclusive design that represents Zoroastrians of diverse ethnic backgrounds in America.

• We’d like the logo to embrace core American ideas of enlightenment, freedom, inclusive pluralism, and social justice, but please avoid overtly nationalistic symbols such as the American flag or the Statue of Liberty.

Join Us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8930738383?pwd=MqdyqUrJcqLF5Frwj9B6kwEWahk3Pg.1&omn=81616026714

Meeting ID: 893 073 8383
Passcode: AmZSociety

About American Zoroastrian Society:

The American Zoroastrian Society (AZS) is registered as a 501(c)(3) tax
exempt organization on August 14,2024. It has been established by a
group of individuals dedicated to promoting the universal and inclusive
message of Zarathushtra as conveyed in the Gathas. As more individuals
discover his teachings, the need for a welcoming community that provides
primary education and fosters acceptance becomes increasingly evident.
Such an organization is currently needed in North America. Our goal is
to collaborate with other Zoroastrian organizations and communities to
make Zarathushtra's message accessible to all who seek it.

Website: http://www.amzsociety.org
Email: [email protected]

About the Speaker:

Dr. Anne Khademian is a Zoroastrian by choice, and served as the
president of the ZAMWI Board of Trustees from 2017 to 2021 and as an
Avesta Class teacher and coordinator for many years before she was
elected to the Board. She is the Executive Director of the Universities
at Shady Grove, an innovative campus in the University System of
Maryland supporting pathways for all students to accessible and
affordable higher education and high demand career opportunities. Prior
to joining the University System of Maryland, Anne served as the
Director of Virginia Tech's School of Public and International Affairs,
and as a Fellow with the Virginia Tech Office of the President,
responsible for advancing strategic initiatives. Her research and
published work focuses on the practice of inclusive management,
understanding and managing organizational culture, and organizational
change. Anne is the chair of the Board of Directors for Montgomery
County Maryland’s Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Board for the
County’s Economic Development Corporation. She is a fellow with the
National Academy of Public Administration, and was inducted to the
Michigan State University Athletic Hall of Fame for cross country in
2016.

Abstract:

Cultures and communities that survive and thrive have characteristics
and practices that build resilience, and a capacity for creativity to
continuously flex and adapt in a dynamic world. This talk explores the
diversity of ideas and experience as a robust part of any resilient and
creative culture, and extends the exploration to our Zoroastrian
community and culture in America today. While I have studied and written
about culture in my professional life, I am not a scholar of the
Zoroastrian faith, the Gathas, or the expansive and sweeping history of
Zoroastrianism. I am instead a member of my Zoroastrian community for
more than two decades. In this talk, I will draw on my experience
becoming a member of the Zoroastrian Community and my experience with
the Washington, DC community that welcomed me and my family, and focus
on the powerful core concepts that drew me to the faith on my own. These
core concepts, I believe are the key, if practiced, to a resilient,
creative, and thriving Zoroastrian culture and community in North
America.


If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.

Thank you,

Artemis Javanshir
American Zoroastrian Society
[email protected]