Asian Business Chamber patrons reminded of the 'key to success'

"Success comes from showing up every day, navigating challenges, and empowering others to thrive—this ultimately drives innovation and long-term growth," remarked a prominent business leader at the Asian Business Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) patron’s dinner yesterday.

Parveen Mehta, director of Minor Weir and Willis (MWW) delivered the keynote speech at the event, which was sponsored and hosted by Hotel Du Vin in Birmingham city centre. 

Over 40 ABCC patrons and guests were in attendance.

Mr Mehta highlighted the important of resilience, adaptability, and constant learning to thrive in the current fast paced business environment.

He said: “My father started our journey in the UK in the 1960s with a grocery shop, and through hard work, expanded into importing and wholesaling.

“I joined in 1981 during a recession, and though the path hasn’t always been smooth—especially with recent challenges like inflation and the pandemic—we’ve persevered thanks to a loyal workforce and strategic decision-making.
“Entrepreneurship means wearing many hats, but as you grow, you must learn to delegate while maintaining operational excellence.

“You have to disrupt yourself before the market does, always staying ahead by networking, evolving, and investing in talent.

“I believe in spending 20 per cent of my time nurturing future leaders—diversity in age and ethnicity brings fresh ideas and energy. At the top, continuous learning is crucial. Those who stop evolving get blindsided by change.”
Headquartered in Birmingham, MWW is a long-established, family-owned business with deep roots in the fresh produce supply chain.

For over 20 years, MWW has cultivated strong partnerships and joint ventures that span across Europe, with operations in Spain, Holland, and Germany. 

In recent years, the company has expanded its presence into developing countries, establishing new operations over the past five years.

Under Mehta's leadership, MWW operates as growers, packers, and importers, supplying fresh produce to major retailers, the food service industry, and food manufacturing sectors across Europe. 

The company’s dedication to quality and long-standing partnerships has secured its position as a key supplier.
With a dedicated and loyal workforce of more than 700 employees in the UK, MWW continues to play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of fresh produce to consumers across the continent. 

Parveen Mehta’s leadership has ensured that MWW remains a major force in the fresh produce industry, maintaining its commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation.

President Omar Rashid welcomed the guests while Money Chopra, cluster sales manager of Malmaison and Hotel Du Vin, outlined the opportunities available at the hotels and how businesses can benefit from their offerings.