Secrets from a Legacy Hotelier | Vikram Kamat from the VITSKamats Group | EP 09 | The Darshana Shah Show

23/07/2025 1h 5min
Secrets from a Legacy Hotelier | Vikram Kamat from the VITSKamats Group | EP 09 | The Darshana Shah Show

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

More episodes of the podcast The Darshana Shah Show