Saturday, September 30th | 5:30 PM


BEVERLY HILTON HOTEL

BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210








Host SHALLY

ZOMORODI

Honoring Women of Influence

Pari Abasalti

Susie Gharib

Parvin Arasteh

Shahrzad Rezai

Layla S. Diba

Atossa Soltani

Haleh Mahboubi Gabbay

Ashley Tabaddor

More on these accomplished and inspiring women can be found on our event page

With Special Guest Performance by

Join us for a dazzling orange carpet evening at the second Women of Influence Soirée at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday, September 30, 2023! Registration and reception will begin from 5:30 pm-6:00 pm with dinner and ceremony to follow.


Proceeds from this influential evening go towards supporting our many events and programs organized by the IAW Foundation. Your support will help make our mission to empower, connect, and inspire a possibility. Tickets are $300 per person.

SAVE THE DATE - Join Pattie Ehsaei 


In collaboration with The Flexx, we are thrilled to invite you to “Mother and Daughter Investing”! Discover the pivotal role that informed financial decisions play in securing a brighter future for both generations. Explore investment strategies, risk management, and the power of long-term wealth building, all while embracing the unique mother-daughter relationship that defines our cultural heritage. With networking opportunities that extend beyond the event, you'll connect with a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for learning and empowerment. Register now at [Event Registration Link] and be part of an event that celebrates and empowers women through the strength of finance and family.

Buy tickets using this Eventbrite Link.

LA Rising Leaders - Cooking with Chef Shane


The Rising Leaders of the LA Chapter held an intimate cooking class with Chef Shane in a private Palos Verdes estate. Chef Shane is the chef at the world-renowned Soho House in Los Angeles. As a private chef, cooking instructor, and restaurant consultant, he gave all of his tips and secrets to hosting a beautiful dinner party and taught us several of his classics. 


Attendees spent the night learning to cook five different Persian-American recipes. Everyone indulged in a delicious dinner, wine, and dessert. The event was a big success and a memorable experience for all attendees. We all left ready to host our next dinner party. Thank you to everyone who was part of this fun evening and for coming together to raise funds for the LA Chapter Rising Leaders!  

Congratulation Alexandra Monir


A first-generation American from a Persian family, Alexandra has woven ancient Persian mythology throughout the story, lending it a personal and authentic touch. Also known for writing epic love stories in her own books, Alexandra further develops the Jasmine & Aladdin storyline, giving us an irresistible relationship sure to delight romance readers as well as nostalgic millennial fans of the movie


REALM OF WONDERS will be the third title in Disney’s sweeping THE QUEEN’S COUNCIL young adult fantasy series, standalone novels in which the Disney Princesses grow up—and learn to rule—guided by the magical Queen’s Council. This thrilling and sophisticated young adult novel by internationally bestselling author Alexandra Monir imagines what would happen if Disney’s beloved Princess Jasmine became ruler of Agrabah after the death of her father, the sultan. The much-anticipated REALM OF WONDERS publishes October 10, 2023 by Disney Hyperion.



IAWF Mentee Corner

Congratulations Saman!

IAWF Mentee and Intern


We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our mentee and intern, Saman Zargarzadeh, who has embarked on her journey towards a master's degree in Business Analytics at the prestigious University of California, Irvine. She recently graduated with the distinguished honor of Dean's Scholar and the Betta Gamma Sigma award.


We invite all our members to join us in celebrating her remarkable achievements and to offer their support as she navigates her job-hunting process. If you are interested in learning more about Saman, please feel free to visit her LinkedIn profile. Additionally, if you are able to assist her in finding job opportunities within data-related positions, please do not hesitate to reach out to her at saman@iawfoundation.org.


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Maya's Literary Lounge

 


The Unwavering Courage of NYT Bestseller, Nazila Fathi: An Exclusive Interview


Hi, readers! I am Maya Velgot, author of “Maya's Literary Lounge”, and today I’m bringing you an extraordinary interview that left a lasting impact on me as an aspiring Iranian-American writer. I had the privilege of sitting down with Nazila Fathi, a renowned journalist and author, to delve into her inspiring journey and explore the intricacies of her exceptional career as a former New York Times bureau chief based in Tehran. This encounter was an enlightening experience that revealed not only her remarkable professional achievements but also the indomitable spirit that guided her through adversity with press censorship, bigotry, and more. To see the first article please visit this link.

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