branding, hospitality, personal effectiveness

Interact with Srikant Peri, veteran hospitality expert; Hari Krishnan, brand expert and Alka Krishnan, personal effectiveness coach. Together under the banner of CultureDrum, the three of us would like to enable you build, boost and nurture your passion. 

On an exciting professional journey of over three decades, exploring and experiencing Culture as an evolving canvas for Brands. 

  As a Senior Facilitator in workshops focussed in behavioural skills , I follow experiential game-based learning methodology. I enable people identify their untapped personal potential and help them nurture a desire to bring out the best in themselves. As a ‘mirror coach’ I help participants practice and experience self- reflection, to identify areas of change and build greater self-awareness.

My workshops focus to bring camaraderie, connection and confidence and 3 Cs’ within teams to Build, Boost and go beyond teams to align with Organisational Vision and Mission.

I bring with me vast experience in developing and facilitating customized training workshops based on specific needs and participant profiles. Over the last decade , I have engaged with a wide spectrum of participants, ranging from fresh corporate entrants to middle/ senior managers and Leadership to help them understand the challenges and gaps in working with People leading to their Goals. The depth of Resilience, Growth Mindset for senior leadership and freshness in campus to corporate are my go-to programs where I ensure High energy and deep diving reflections.

 As a certified Therapist by IAYT (International Association of Yoga Therapy), I help individuals address their physical, physiological, and psychological issues. My intervention mode is specific tailor-made Yoga practices, nutrition advice based on Ayurveda principles integrating healing methods and modern medical science.. I coach people using tools and techniques based on ‘Yoga Sutras’ to enable Body & Mind Alignment ; additionally take self-ownership to emerge as balanced individuals and achieve their desired goals.

Srikant Peri is an accomplished hospitality leader, Qualified Independent Director, and Certified ESG Expert, with over 30 years of experience in luxury hotel management, wellness, sustainability, and operational excellence across some of the world’s most renowned hotel brands. He has worked with Hilton, Banyan Group, Oberoi, Leela, and Taj, contributing significantly to operational performance, financial management, and customer satisfaction. Based in New Delhi, India, he has held pivotal roles in hotel and resort management, driving operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and financial performance. His expertise spans pre-opening strategies, brand development, project management, and wellness programs that integrate sustainability practices and enhance customer delight.

Currently, Srikant is a Consultant in Hospitality & Wellness (June 2024 – Present), where he focuses on service expansion, customer acquisition, and talent management within the hospitality and wellness sectors. His leadership extends to asset management, P&L oversight, and strategic direction, helping businesses attract new customers while ensuring exceptional operational outcomes. He has successfully conceptualized and launched transformative wellness offerings, combining non-invasive diagnostics, alternative medicine, and sustainable lifestyle practices to provide holistic well-being experiences.

From September 2018 to May 2024, Srikant served as the General Manager at Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat and Spa and Dharana at Shillim, India. He repositioned the property as a premier luxury wellness retreat, leading the launch of Dharana at Shillim. His comprehensive five-year business strategy resulted in significant business growth, achieving a CAGR of 69% between 2018 and 2023. Under his leadership, the retreat implemented sustainability initiatives such as solar water harvesting and diesel substitution, halving the retreat's carbon footprint. He also led digital transformation efforts and enhanced guest satisfaction, improving the brand’s reputation through innovative wellness programs.

Between 2013 and 2018, Srikant was the General Manager-Maldives for multiple properties within Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts in the Maldives, including Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Banyan Tree Madivaru, Angsana Ihuru, and Angsana Velavaru. Managing luxury resorts with a focus on experiential luxury, he employed a well-being, conservation, and sustainability approach to enhance guest experiences. His leadership maximized operational efficiency, mentored staff, and fostered key relationships with travel agencies and tour operators to enhance business growth.