Dr. Azeem S. Memon
Dr. Azeem S. Memon is an Indian entrepreneur, hospitality leader, and philanthropist known for founding and leading Memon World, a diversified group engaged in hospitality, catering, events, and public relations. Recognized for his contribution to India’s hospitality and events sector, he has built an enterprise that bridges traditional service values with modern innovation. Over the years, he has also held key leadership positions in multiple social and cultural organizations and received several national recognitions for his business achievements and community work.
Early Life and Background
Azeem S. Memon was born into a business-oriented Memon family in India, inheriting a legacy of entrepreneurship and community service. From a young age, he was exposed to his family’s hospitality and catering operations, which cultivated his interest in the service industry. Inspired by his father’s business ethics and organizational discipline, he developed a passion for event management and client-focused operations. He pursued his higher education at Mumbai University, where he strengthened his understanding of business administration and hospitality management, laying the academic foundation for his entrepreneurial journey.
Career
Initial Ventures
Azeem began his professional journey by managing family responsibilities related to hospitality, catering, and travel organization. In 2007, at the age of 22, he founded 777 Events, his first independent venture, with a modest seed capital of ₹177,000. The company gained early recognition for organizing quality-driven, customized events emphasizing client satisfaction and innovative execution. Within a few years, it became a trusted name in the Mumbai events circuit.
Nutrimeal and Expansion
Building upon his event-management experience, Azeem launched Nutrimeal in 2013, a catering service designed to deliver nutritious, hygienic, and affordable meals to educational institutions and passengers of the Indian Railways. The initiative aimed to fill the gap in reliable institutional food supply, combining taste, health, and scalability. Nutrimeal soon secured railway catering contracts and established food outlets at various educational campuses.
Formation of Memon World
To unify his business activities, Azeem established Memon World, headquartered in Bandra West, Mumbai. The group consolidated his ventures—777 Events and Nutrimeal—under one umbrella, expanding into hospitality, event management, PR, and commercial projects. Starting from a small capital base, Memon World grew into a multi-million-rupee enterprise recognized for its professional excellence and commitment to service quality. The company is also known for its collaborations with domestic and international partners, including a Saudi-based client for providing food, accommodation, and Mualim services to Hajj pilgrims.
Achievements and Recognition
Dr. Azeem S. Memon has received numerous awards for his entrepreneurship and contributions to the hospitality sector. His honors include:
- Social Heroes Award – Haj House Hyderabad
- Rizvi Icon Award – Rizvi Education Society
- Best Hospitality Industry Award – Zanabia Trust and Help Yourself Foundation, Mumbai
- Best Event Management Award – presented by Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi at Dargah Ajmer Sharif
- Youngest Successful Entrepreneur Award – awarded at Taj Hotel Bangalore by Zee Business and actress Amrita Rao
- Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration – conferred by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (Delhi), presented by Assistant Commissioner of Mumbai Police Mr. Narsing Yadav and Superintendent of Haryana Police Miss Neha Rathi
His work has been featured in several business publications such as Brandz Magazine, Founder Magazine, Asia Connect Magazine, and India Success Magazine, highlighting his entrepreneurial vision and leadership approach.
Leadership and Social Engagement
Beyond business, Dr. Memon has played an active role in cultural and community initiatives. He serves or has served as:
- Vice President, Event Committee – Minhaj Ul Quran International
- Director, Chishty Foundation Maharashtra
- Director, Madariya Foundation Maharashtra
- Youth President, All India Ulama Board Maharashtra
- Trustee, Hasan Vohra Madarasa and Masjid Welfare Trust
- Director, Arbab E Tarikat Hyderabad
- Festival Director, International Sufi Rang Festival Ajmer (held annually for 13 years)
Through these roles, he has supported spiritual, social, and cultural causes, emphasizing harmony, education, and youth empowerment.
Legacy and Vision
Dr. Azeem S. Memon continues to guide Memon World’s strategic growth, focusing on expanding its hospitality and catering services into new international markets. His long-term vision integrates business excellence with social responsibility, aiming to generate employment, promote quality standards in the hospitality sector, and create culturally enriching experiences through his events and foundations. His journey exemplifies modern entrepreneurship rooted in perseverance, ethical leadership, and community development.