“If I had to do it all over again, I would,” firmly declared businessman Edemir Giácomo Zatti, 86 years old, during his talk at the lunch meeting (RA) of the Chamber of Industry, Commerce and Services of Caxias do Sul (CIC Caxias ) this Monday (6). The event, within the “Inspiring Stories” series, had the theme “Reports from those who participated in the development of Caxias do Sul”.
Edemir Zatti, an iconic figure in the business and community scene of Caxias and the region, recounted his experiences and visions throughout a life dedicated to the progress and transformation of Caxias do Sul. The businessman highlighted, in particular, his work at CIC Caxias, where played a crucial role as protagonist of the merger between the Commercial and Industrial Association (ACI), the entity he presided over, and the Manufacturing Industry Center, chaired by Paulo Bellini, in 1973. This event represented a milestone in the entity’s history, joining forces to strengthen local business and contribute to the city’s economic development. Still in the 70s, he played a decisive role in the construction of the building that houses the entity to this day.
Furthermore, Edemir Zatti presented his contributions in other areas fundamental to the growth of Caxias do Sul, including his leadership for more than 40 years at the head of Sindimadeira RS, holding the position of president in three different periods, his involvement in the purchase of the land where the Grape Festival Pavilions are currently located, its support for the maintenance of the University of Caxias do Sul and its engagement in the construction of the administrative headquarters of Recreio da Juventude.
With a wealth of details, Zatti illustrated how dedication to work, entrepreneurial vision and involvement in entities can positively impact a community. Graduated in Accounting from La Salle Carmo and in Administration from the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Zatti also recalled memorable moments from his childhood in the district of Vila Oliva, where he was born, until he moved with his family, in 1945, to Caxias do Sul, giving beginning a path of work and entrepreneurship.
From 1970 to 1982, Edemir Zatti was director of Madezatti, contributing to the success and growth of the company, which was notable for selling the first prefabricated houses to borrowers of the Housing Financial System, through the National Housing Bank. (BNH).
At the same time, with the country’s growth in the 1970s, known as the “economic miracle,” Madezatti sold and was hired by large contractors to set up construction sites for small, medium and large hydroelectric plants, consolidating its legacy as one of the pillars of development. industry in Caxias do Sul.
“His trajectory is an example of how the spirit of leadership and commitment can shape the future of a city, making it more prosperous and vibrant”, highlighted the president of CIC Caxias, Celestino Oscar Loro.
Married, father of four children – who gave him six grandchildren and a great-granddaughter – Edemir Zatti, despite recovering from four months in hospital, maintains the youthfulness of someone who never stops believing in the importance of associations in solving common and work problems community. “We cannot isolate ourselves,” he concluded.
“If I had to do it all over again, I would,” firmly declared businessman Edemir Giácomo Zatti, 86 years old, during his talk at the lunch meeting (RA) of the Chamber of Industry, Commerce and Services of Caxias do Sul (CIC Caxias ) this Monday (6). The event, within the “Inspiring Stories” series, had the theme “Reports from those who participated in the development of Caxias do Sul”.
Edemir Zatti, an iconic figure in the business and community scene of Caxias and the region, recounted his experiences and visions throughout a life dedicated to the progress and transformation of Caxias do Sul. The businessman highlighted, in particular, his work at CIC Caxias, where played a crucial role as protagonist of the merger between the Commercial and Industrial Association (ACI), the entity he presided over, and the Manufacturing Industry Center, chaired by Paulo Bellini, in 1973. This event represented a milestone in the entity’s history, joining forces to strengthen local business and contribute to the city’s economic development. Still in the 70s, he played a decisive role in the construction of the building that houses the entity to this day.
Furthermore, Edemir Zatti presented his contributions in other areas fundamental to the growth of Caxias do Sul, including his leadership for more than 40 years at the head of Sindimadeira RS, holding the position of president in three different periods, his involvement in the purchase of the land where the Grape Festival Pavilions are currently located, its support for the maintenance of the University of Caxias do Sul and its engagement in the construction of the administrative headquarters of Recreio da Juventude.
With a wealth of details, Zatti illustrated how dedication to work, entrepreneurial vision and involvement in entities can positively impact a community. Graduated in Accounting from La Salle Carmo and in Administration from the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Zatti also recalled memorable moments from his childhood in the district of Vila Oliva, where he was born, until he moved with his family, in 1945, to Caxias do Sul, giving beginning a path of work and entrepreneurship.
From 1970 to 1982, Edemir Zatti was director of Madezatti, contributing to the success and growth of the company, which was notable for selling the first prefabricated houses to borrowers of the Housing Financial System, through the National Housing Bank. (BNH).
At the same time, with the country’s growth in the 1970s, known as the “economic miracle,” Madezatti sold and was hired by large contractors to set up construction sites for small, medium and large hydroelectric plants, consolidating its legacy as one of the pillars of development. industry in Caxias do Sul.
“His trajectory is an example of how the spirit of leadership and commitment can shape the future of a city, making it more prosperous and vibrant”, highlighted the president of CIC Caxias, Celestino Oscar Loro.
Married, father of four children – who gave him six grandchildren and a great-granddaughter – Edemir Zatti, despite recovering from four months in hospital, maintains the youthfulness of someone who never stops believing in the importance of associations in solving common and work problems community. “We cannot isolate ourselves,” he concluded.
