Listen "Secrets from a Legacy Hotelier | Vikram Kamat from the VITSKamats Group | EP 09 | The Darshana Shah Show"
Episode Synopsis
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Vikram Kamat, the third-generation entrepreneur behind the VITSKamats Group. Vikram shares his unique journey of balancing the legacy of his family's South Indian cuisine with modern business strategies. He discusses the challenges and advantages of being born into a legacy business, the importance of financial prudence in hospitality, and how he reimagined the family business to embrace innovative concepts like cloud kitchens and healthy food alternatives. Vikram also delves into leadership lessons, his focus on people management and finance, and his passion for continuous learning. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, hospitality, or just love a good success story, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.
00:00 Highlights of the Episode
01:37 Introduction to the Guest and His Legacy
02:05 Third Generation Entrepreneurial Challenges
03:44 Personal Preferences in Hospitality
04:40 Innovations in the Restaurant Industry
09:44 Training and Team Management
17:45 Earn While You Learn Program
20:53 Views on Diversity and Inclusion
22:31 Failures and Lessons in Business
30:46 International Ventures and Shiny Object Syndrome
33:19 International Business Insights
33:54 Advice for Expanding Hospitality Brands Globally
36:39 The Role of Technology in Hospitality
41:12 Balancing Personal Hobbies and Business
43:50 The Value of Self-Education
49:24 Future Growth and Business Strategies
52:34 Tips for Starting a Restaurant Business
56:19 Rapid Fire
00:00 Highlights of the Episode
01:37 Introduction to the Guest and His Legacy
02:05 Third Generation Entrepreneurial Challenges
03:44 Personal Preferences in Hospitality
04:40 Innovations in the Restaurant Industry
09:44 Training and Team Management
17:45 Earn While You Learn Program
20:53 Views on Diversity and Inclusion
22:31 Failures and Lessons in Business
30:46 International Ventures and Shiny Object Syndrome
33:19 International Business Insights
33:54 Advice for Expanding Hospitality Brands Globally
36:39 The Role of Technology in Hospitality
41:12 Balancing Personal Hobbies and Business
43:50 The Value of Self-Education
49:24 Future Growth and Business Strategies
52:34 Tips for Starting a Restaurant Business
56:19 Rapid Fire
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