Zephyr-2016, the annual National Level Management Fest organized by the Department of Business Administration was inaugurated on 6 th April, 2016 at 9:30 am in Bishop Aloysius Paul Hall. The inaugural ceremony started with the video presentation reflecting the theme of the event. Ms Renita Menezes, Student Coordinator welcomed the esteemed gathering. The fest was inaugurated by lighting of the lamp by the esteemed dignitaries. Mr. Gilbert D’Souza, President of Rachana Catholic Chamber of Commerce and Industry and a well-known personality of the region graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
In his address, Mr Gilbert D’Souza appreciated the video presentation and congratulated the students for their enthusiasm and hard work in organizing the event. He sailing ship depicted in the backdrop of the stage in conjunction with Vasco Da Gama was used as an analogy to explain the jouey of success. He further added that one should have a desire in life and must grab the opportunities with determination that leads to achievement of goals. He also asked the students to think in terms of development and should not underestimate oneself. Mr D’Souza also shared few of his life experiences in his role as a businessman. He encouraged students to take risks and advised to lea from failure. He referred to the parable of “Three Talents” from the Bible and advised the students to use their talents in an optimum way. He concluded his speech with a note that one must always think positively in order to move ahead in life.
Dr Joseph Gonsalvis, Principal SJEC, and the guest of honor for the event, addressed the gathering and asked the students to derive inspiration from the illustrious achievements of the Chief Guest Mr Gilbert D’Souza in his life jouey. He concluded his speech by saying that the health and wealth of the business should be balanced in order to reach the goal.
Rev. Fr Joseph lobo, Director – SJEC presided over the inaugural ceremony. In his presidential address, Rev. Fr interacted with the students in bringing out their views on entrepreneurship. He explained the importance of grabbing the opportunities of life. Finally, he wished good luck to the organizers and the participants of Zephyr-16.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Gowtham M, Student Coordinator of Zephyr 2016. The Master of the ceremony was Ms Dafny D’Souza, II yr MBA.
