Manoj Vasudevan enthralls the crowd in Abu Dhabi

Zenifer Khaleel
September 27, 2017

Abu Dhabi, Sept 27: Manoj Vasudevan, the World Champion of Public Speaking presented a two hour interactive session at the India Social Center, Abu Dhabi from 7 to 9pm on Friday 22nd September, 2017. Hosted by the Toastmaster Division H and India Social Centre, the session opened to a packed audience who were glued to their seats till the end. The crowd comprised of Toastmasters from various chapters and selected invitees. There were also attendees from the Bureimi Club which belongs to the neighbouring state of Oman.

The session commenced with the screening of Vasudevan’s winning seven minute speech at Vancouver this August, titled ‘Pull Less, Bend More. He used the analogy of a cupid’s arrow to tell people that maintaining relationships were more important than holding on to egos.

This was followed by a very comprehensive interview conducted by Toastmaster Loyola Pinto where Vasudevan explained his journey from an introverted ‘techie’ to an enigmatic orator, just by the power of perseverance and dedication. He stated that he attributed his success to constant improvisation and self-introspection.

“There is always something left to learn even if you are the World Champion,” he said “It is the little things that make the difference between ordinary and extraordinary.”

Toastmaster Sunil Kottarathil, District 105 Director of Toastmasters, said that Vasudevan managed to boost the confidence of upcoming orators and speakers in the audience by his friendly demeanor and integrity in his interactions.

Rajeevan Maroli who welcomed the gathering said that ISC is honored to host the World Champion of Public Speaking.

“We were privileged to meet, greet and interact with ManojVasudevan, that too within one month of being crowned as a Champion. The interaction was very engaging and inspired each and every one of the 250 plus audience. It gave us hope that we too can reach our pinnacle if we dream big and strive to realize those dreams,” said Toastmaster Althaf M.S, Director of the Division H Toastmasters.

The session concluded with felicitations for Vasudevan by Patron of Toastmasters Dr. Sultan Al Haji, Mrs Seema Shetty, ISC Acting President Mr. Jayachandran Nair, General Secretary Mr. M.A. Salam, Literary Secretary Mr. RajeevanMaroli, District 105 Director TM Sunil Kottarathil, Division H Director TM Althaf M.S.The Programme was anchored by Past Division Governor TM Loyola Pintoand Club Growth Director of Divison H TM Ceanlia gave the vote of thanks.

About Vasudevan

Manoj Vasudevan is a leadership coach and management consultant with more than two decades of experience with major multinational companies in Asia, Australia, North America and Europe. As a renowned transformational coach he has clientele from 27 nationalities.

He is currently the CEO of Thought Expressions and has spoken in 14 cities across the world.  He is also the author of the Amazon bestseller “Mastering leadership the Mousetrap way.” He won the World Championship title after a six-month-long competition with more than 30,000 competitors.

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Mohammed T.A.
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Saturday, 30 Sep 2017

A motivating, enlightening & Inspiring event. Thanks to our Division H Director for arranging such a fantastic event. Looking forward to more such event.

Umakanth, Pres…
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Thursday, 28 Sep 2017

Many many thanks to Div H and ISC AD in organizing the memorable event. TM Loyola did great job. Lot of take away message from Champion Manoj Vasudevan interview. Overall very informative and very interesting evening.

NT
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Thursday, 28 Sep 2017

They give the ability speak on a variety of subjects, and to be confident when speaking to large groups.It is a great organization and I highly recommend it to all men and women.

Sara
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Thursday, 28 Sep 2017

A Memorable night with the Champion of Public Speaking. Truly appreciate the efforts of the Division H team who ensured that the event was successful

Abdulla Madumoole
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Wednesday, 27 Sep 2017

A small gathering but a great event. World Champion of public speaking was right in front of us interacting with audience and explaining his steps towards success. I was in two minds initially whether to attend or not, due to wife's insistence, decided to accompany her but had I missed, it would have been a great loss for me. Attending a Toastmasters' program is always educative and inspirational but this program was something more. The 7 minutes Championship speech of Manoj, which they reproduced, was not only an excellent delivery of speech but also it was a class on “art of co-living” for all the married people. “Pull Less, Bend More” can be an university subject, such a deep and thought provoking subject. Thank you Abu Dhabi Toastmasters and all its office bearers, especially Division H Director Mr. Althaf M.S, for this rare occasion.

Mohammed
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Wednesday, 27 Sep 2017

It sure was a proud moment for Abu Dhabi to personally meet and be motivated by the World Champion of Public Speaking. Manoj Vasudevan. The event sure seems to have been interesting and much awaited going by the the Jam packed hall.

Ceanlia
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Wednesday, 27 Sep 2017

What an honour to have met the "World Champion of Public Speaking Manoj Vasudevan".

 

I was privileged to get a photo taken with him and to do the Thanks to the Champ and all the amazing people attending this exciting event.

I'm a proud Toastmaster and meeting Manoj in the flesh was an amazing experience.

 

 

Public speaking can be daunting for some. But like any skill, it can be perfected with time.

Vasudevan says that as a messenger, you are performing a service for your audience rather than speaking for your own validation. When you have a presentation to give, don't rush to craft it instead first, figure out the fundamentals of the presentation and your goal. Vasudevan says you must "emotionally connect with your listeners and present information in a way that resonates with their needs, goals and agendas."

This was a night to remember.

 

 

Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader?  If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace.

For more information, you’re welcomed to contact me at [email protected]

 

Loyola Pinto
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Wednesday, 27 Sep 2017

Hats off to our dynamic Div H Director Althaf Ahmed, for bringing Manoj Vasudevan to Abu Dhabi. It was a memorable event.

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Media Release
May 14,2020

Dubai: A non-profitable social organization, KSCC is delivering a great service to the community during this pandemic situation.

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club is a civil organization registered under Community Development Authority (CDA) involved in implementing various UAE government initiatives, blood donation drives, health campaigns, sport events, charity works, awareness programs and much more.

KSCC is currently actively liaising with Dubai government authorities in discharging the needs and requirements of the people in these challenging covid-19 pandemic times. It is also involved the activities such as logistics, coordinating stores, mobilizing isolation centers, equipping quarantine facilities and volunteering services.

During these testing times, KSCC is also facilitating the Guidance to the general public, follow-up up to 122 covid positive cases, counselling the affected, assisting the references and providing the ever-necessary emotional support by setting up a team of 24 reserved persons for call center helplines.

As per the request from DHA (Dubai Health Authority) KSCC has successfully organized the blood donation drive and donated upto 141 units of blood with the help of KSCC members & supporters.

Apart from above, KSCC is also engaged in serving needy by distributing the food provisional kit (Yestahloon) from the very 1st day of lockdown till day by their special task force team under guidelines of CDA, and also taking into consideration the month of Ramadan, team is successfully distributing Iftar food & provision kit with the help of donors.

In the 1st Phase, KSCC covered 2421 beneficiaries by providing 440 provisional food kits, 435 food pack and 529 Iftar kits.

As per the CDA guidelines, club is also engaged in following up the health condition of senior citizens living in UAE.

KSCC special team is also engaged in clearing documentation and formalities related to dead body repatriation until its final procedures and handing over to relatives with help of UAE governments authorities. Total 5 dead bodies are repatriated in their 1st phase of service.

KSCC is also having a center controlled special task team to assist all above activities during the covid-19 pandemic to continue the services to general public.

KSCC thanks all Government authorities, Members in different task team, supporters and Sponsors company MAERSK, MALABAR GOLD & DIAMOND and TAMIL ENTREPRENEUR for their support and also request extend their support to consolidate the above demanding service and deliver our best possible assistance not only because it is the month of Ramadan, but also our responsibility to reach out to the poor and needy, during this fight against Covid-19.

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January 30,2020

Indian Social Forum, Eastern Province Central Committee, Saudi Arabia organized Republic Day program at AlRyan Policlinic Restaurant Auditorium, Dammam on 25th January 2020.

Abdul Waris, Former Chairman of Indian International School Dammam Inaugurated the program.

Wasim Rabbani, president of Indian Social Forum, Eastern Province Central Committee Presided over the program.

Mansoor Shah KFUPM, Indian Social Forum Delhi Zone President, Dr. Fayaz Ahmed from King Fahad University Hospital, Amir Moulavi, Executive Member,  India Fraternity Forum (IFF) Dammam, Nasir Koduvalli, Indian Social Forum, Kerala State President, Dammam, Sharief, Social Forum Karnataka State President, DammamJahangir Moulavi, Tamilnadu State president delivered speech at the program. Mohammed Firoz, Indian Social Forum  President, Jubail read the preamble of constitution. 

 Nameer Kerala , Secretary, Social Forum Central Committee welcomed guests while Ashraf Karnataka, General Secretary, Central Committee delivered vote of thanks and Tahir Hyderabad, Secretary, Indian Social Forum, Central Committee coordinated the program.

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Media Release
January 16,2020

Kuwait: The Fourth annual general body meeting of Mogaveers Association Kuwait (MAK) was held on January 3rd 2020 at Tamarind Restaurant , Abu Halifa, Kuwait.

Mr. Suresh Salian who was an excellent host for the day welcomed all the MAK members to the event & thereby invited all the committee members to the dais.

As is customary and traditional, the proceedings of the MAK AGM commenced with  Kuwait & Indian National Anthem followed by a prayer song sung by Mr.Santhosh Kunder.

The lighting of the lamp was done by the President Mr. Rajesh Mendon, Conevener Mr. Ramesh Kidiyoor the Management Committee members Mrs. Poonam Mendon, Mr. Kishore Kotian ,Mr. Arun Mendon, Mr. Dinesh Suvarna & senior MAK members Mr. Gopal Suvarna, Mr. Ashok Suvarna ,Mr. Shekar Thingalaya and guest  Smt. Prema Mendon who was on visit to Kuwait.

The General Secretary, Mrs. Poonam Mendon read the Annual Report of the activities of the association for the year 2019. While the Treasurer Mr. Kishore Kotian read out the financial report for the year, both of which were approved by the members.

Some of the major events of 2019 are as follows MAK organized its third indoor, National level Volleyball & Throw Ball Tournament under the title of “MAK Champion Trophy 2019 “ which was held on 25th Feb American International School, Maidan Hawally, Kuwait

As part of the welfare project Scholarships were given to First three Meritorious students of Mogaveera Management Schools in India Mahalaksmi English Medium School, Uchila & Sagar Vidya Mandir, Beach Road, Padubidri.

The outgoing members of the management committee Mr. Kishore Kotian, Mrs. Poonam Mendon, Mrs. Kusuma Girish, Mr. Dinesh Suvarna & Mr. Paresh Karkera were honoured with mementos for their dedicated service to the association.

President Mr.Rajesh Mendon is his speech urged all the members to be united He also assured the members, that management committee would support and provide help to any member who is in need of help. He urged everyone to Support & come forward for the upcoming event “MAK Champion Trophy 2020” a National Level Volley Ball & Throwball tournament which will be held on 25th Feb 2020 at American International School,Maidan Hawally, Kuwait.

Convener Mr.Ramesh Kidiyoor urged all the members to come forward showcase their talent and increase the visibility of the Assocation in Kuwait & take the association to the next level.
MAK’s Seniormost member Mr. Gopal Suvarna was presented with a florel bouquet to mark 75th year of his birthday.Our guest Smt. Prema Mendon was also presented with a bouquet as a mark of respect.

As part of the welfare project scholarship of INR.10,000 was given to Master Rishab Puthran Son of active member Mr. Srinivas Puthran who has scored 95.36% in S.S.L.C.

The Main attraction of the AGM was Bhajan & Kolata which was beautifully choreographed by Mr.Suresh Salian & performed by Mrs. Geetha Suvarna & Team. Audience were mesmerised with the performance.The participants were Mrs.Geetha Suvarna, Mrs.Ranjitha Pandari Kanchan,Mrs.Poonam Mendon, Mr.Arun Mendon,Mr.Dinesh Suvarna,Mr.Kishore Kotaian, Mr.Rajesh Mendon,Mr.Kiran Kuamar,Mr,Dhanajaya Salian, Mr,Manoj Amin, Mr.Neishant Salian,Mr.Nithin Suavarna,Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Prashanth Kunder .Solo dance performance was given by Mr.Arun Mendon.

Games were Conducted By Mr.Suresh Salian & Mrs Geetha Suvarna which was enjoyed by all the MAK members .Melodious songs were sung by renowned artist of MAK Mr. Suresh Salian, Mr.Jaya Kotian,Mr.Purandara Manchi,Mr.Dinesh Suvarna Mr.Dhananjaya Mendon & Mr.Kishore Kotian.

The returning officer, Mr.Nithin Suvarna announced the new managing committee for the year 2020. The group unanimously relected Mr.Rajesh Mendon as the president.

The officer bearers for 2020 are as follows:

President               :   Mr.Rajesh Mendon, Suratkal
Vice President        :   Mr.Sachidanad Suvarna, Yermal Bada
General Secretary   :   Mr.Dhananjaya S Salian, Malpe
Treasurer               :   Mr.Lakshmeesh Salian,Malpe
Cultural Secretary  :   Mr.Prashanth Kunder ,Malpe
Sports Secretary     : Mr.Arun Mendon, Boloor
P.R.O & Welfare officer : Mr.Jaya Kotian,Kinnimulki

The managment committee members introduced themselves, thanked and assured all the members for rendering their best service during their tenure.

President, Mr.Rajesh Mendon in his speech thanked all the members for relecting him as president.

Below Welfare Projects would continue as informed by the President

-Death Grant of IRS. 1,00,000/- in case of death of any active member, financial help will be provided to next of kin of the deceased.

-Financial help (Health Grant) of IRS. 25,000/- will be given to the members in case of serious health issues or permanent
disability or severe injury due to accident.

- Merit Cum Means Scholarship- Children of MAK members residing in Kuwait or India would be awarded Scholarship of IRS. 10,000/- for 10th Standard Students & IRS. 20,000 for 12th Standard Students.

Scholarship for Mogaveera Management School in India President, Mr. Rajesh Mendon also announced that scholarship of IRS. 7,000/- , IRS. 5,000/- & IRS. 3,000/- would be awarded to the First three Meritorious students respectively for the year of 2019-2020, for the following schools of the Mogaveera Community Mahalaksmi English Medium School, Uchila Sagar Vidya Mandir,Beach Road, Padubidri

The new management Committee welcomed the new year 2020 in a traditional way by distributing the “OleBella” (palm jaggery) to all the members.

Executive Committee of 20 members were announced by the President who are as follows 

Mr.Suresh Salian, Dr.Vikyath Boloor,Mr Divakar Kotian, Mr.Kishore Kotian,Mr.Kiran Kumar,Mr.Purandar Manchi, Mr.Neishant Salian, Mrs.Geetha Suvarna,Mr,Rakshith Suvarna,Mr.Srinivas Puthran,Mr.Nithin Suvarna, Mrs.Kusuma Girish,Mrs.Poonam Mendon,Mrs. Ranjitha Pandari Kanchan, Mr.Pandari Kanchan, Mr.Santhosh Kunder,Mr.Kaushik Kanchan &Mr.Manoj Amin Katapady, Mr.Ramesh Kunder, & Mr.Jeevan Amin

Followed by, A Sumptuous Lunch was served by Tamarind Restaurant.

Prizes were given away to the winners of games.

Mr.Jeevan Amin & Mr.Arun Mendon for musical Chair.

Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Kiran Kumar for Group Game.

Mr.Dhanjaya Salian,Mrs Indiara Purandar & Mr,Baskar Amin for Alphabetical bingo Game.

Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Vittal Sriyan for passing the parcel.

Mr.Nithin Suvarna & Mr.Lakmeesh Salian for Pillow Game.

Mr.Shekar Amin,Mr.Jayanth Kunder,Mr.Neishant Salian,Mr,Purandar Manchi,Mrs Ranjitha Kanchan,Mr.Arun Mendon,Mrs.Indira Purandar & Mr Arun Mendon won the Housie Housei.

Quiz was won by Mr.Arun Mendon & Mr.Ramesh Kunder.

Surprise gifts was won by Mr.Dhananjaya Salian & master Kanishk Kumar.

“Lucky Mogaveera” was won Mr.Jeevan Amin.

Beautiful Moments of the day were captured by Mr.Kiran Kumar,
Music was played by D.J Neishanth Salian
In his  vote of thanks Mr.Dhananjaya Salian expressed his gratitude to each and every member who supported to make the event successful.

It was totally a funfilled day for all the MAK members who enjoyed all the activities memories of which such always be cherished.

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