Arifa Parkar Email & Phone Number

Nuera Group, 3 Irene Street, Bellville, Cape Town

From 1 March 2016 I took up the position as the CEO of WECBOF (Western Cape Business Opportunities Forum) a member based organisation. I am also still involved in my company Aasha where predominately I deal with entrepreneurs and focus mainly on Mentoring and Training. Very recently i got involved in a join venture in providing accommodation for students. Since October 2019 I was nominated on the Board of Cooktastic Hub NPC. As a Rotarian belonging to the Rotary Club Sea Point i took the position of the Chairperson and really enjoying myself as i see young people from Disadvantage areas rising in their career as chefs. In just a short spell of 2 years Cooktastic has trained 60 youngsters and placed more than 65% in jobs. 2022 will see further development of Cooktastic with the Bistro, Bakery and Catering being developed. This will allow our own chefs to be used and create jobs. Meanwhile Aasha Investment has a joint venture with Supply partners.

26 Johnston Road, Ryland Estate, Athlone 7764

- An analysis of the business - A layout of the business strategic plan - A guiding hand with goal setting - A matching of the goals to a combination of government grants and loans - Assisting with the registering of co operatives, and applications of CIS Grants - Training in the field of Networking and Marketing with Business Connections-Training in Negotiation, Pitching and Closing Deals - Noted Speaker on various topics viz women issues in Business - Programme Director for conferences and events - Event management for special catered programmes involving government departments - Mentoring - International Market connectivity

Helped in drafting the International Chamber's document for the usage of the Chamber and benefits for the members. Was the front line for all International Business visitor s to Cape Town.Represented the Chamber at all Diplomatic Corp events.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

As the Manager I was responsible for all Incoming business visitors. Had to make sure proper protocol was observed.Made sure there was enough networking between the visitors and local business people. Representative the Western Cape Economy scenario where ever needed.

Rmc: Isc And Icse, St Xaviers Collage: Ba Government Collage Of Law: Llb Degree

Activities and Societies: President of Debating & Elocution Society, President of Tennis Table, Lawn Tennis and Raquet Club. Besides being.

Isc, Commerce

Activities and Societies: Was the Head Girl for 2 years Std 10 and 11. Was also involved in sports and Elocution. Involved in the Lesley.

Christ Church School In Bombay, St Xaviers College In Bombay, Government Law College In Bombay, Bachelor Of Arts, Honours In Economic And Politics, Llb

Activities and Societies: Was the President of the Lawn Tennis Club, Badminton Club, Table Tennis Club and also the head of the Debating.