The “Dean” of Commitment (C) Multitasking (M) and Managing(M) !!
Mr.Dean Menezes, Chairman and Managing Director of Cosme Matias Menezes Pvt Ltd and CMM Logistics Pvt. Ltd. visited Mushtifund Aryaan Higher Secondary School on the 15th of September ’16 for an interactive session with the bright minds of STD XI. He was warmly welcomed by the Director of the Institute, Mr. Vyankatesh Prabhudesai and was formally introduced to the students by Mr. M.B.S. Kakodkar, Administrative Officer.
“Education is the biggest investment”, said the very warm and polite Mr. Menezes. While speaking to the students, he stressed on the importance of being educated. Quoting examples from his own life, he spoke about how his father was optimistic about the wonders of being educated not being dependent on anyone for any reason. He said that as “Young Adults” we don’t realise but our Parents are our role models and they always wish us well.
Mr. Menezes did not join his Father’s flourishing business but instead went places to pursue his studies. Using all the exposure and knowledge he gained from working with different companies, he was seasoned enough to take the responsibility of his father’s name and business on his shoulders. He got back and with a bang! CMM, an established brand, was taken to another level by diversifying in various business sectors. Mr. Menezes managed this well and told the students that Business is all about relationships and it takes a lifetime to build the trust and integrity it involves, it is also of utmost importance to trust the abilities of employees as it helps in bringing out the best in them.
The students listened to him in rapt attention and they listened intently when Mr. Menezes threw light on how technology with the invent of the Robot will change their lives. Therefore, it is of prime importance to develop multidisciplinary specialisation skills. He advised the students to devote time and indulge in liberal arts as well as it is a life long skill and it helps in the wholesome development of a person.
The interaction ended with the question and answer session which was entirely coordinated by the Director, Mr. Vyankatesh Prabhudesai. Mr. Menezes answered the queries of the eager students with ease and enthusiasm. He told the students to learn to be agile, flexible and have a willingness to adapt to changes. His strong belief in the quote “ A new day comes with new strength and new thoughts”, further inspired the bright minds!
-Prepared by Hetal G.