Meet the Team

Founder & Chief Storyteller

After quitting his job in the Middle East and travelling for a few years, Johann, a Fort Kochi native, started The Kochi Heritage Project to document Kochi’s heritage. 

Passionate about history & heritage he has been creating awareness about the city’s heritage to locals and travellers through The Kochi Heritage Project and its storytelling experiences. In addition to storytelling, he is an avid traveller and has been active in the travel industry over the past few years since leaving his corporate career.

Project Coordinator

Lois is from Kottayam and holds a postgraduate degree in English and Cultural Studies from Christ University, Bangalore. As a cultural enthusiast, she enjoys delving into concepts in anthropology, material culture, and mythology to understand how it evolves and influences communities over time. Her focus also extends to exploring oral histories that bring out less-explored areas of historical narratives into the mainstream.

She came across The Kochi Heritage Project and was intrigued by the organization's vision and the insights gained from their experiences. Drawn to their comprehensive approach in celebrating heritage stories, she eagerly joined the team with the aspiration to contribute in creating a space where diverse cultural narratives are not only acknowledged but also celebrated and discussed.

Storyteller

Meet Rizwan, a Fort Kochi native and a passionate musician. Born and raised in this vibrant town, he lives for love, food, music, and travel.  Rizwan's deep connection to his hometown led him to The Kochi Heritage Project, where he explores the rich heritage, history, and stories of Kochi and its people.

His mission is to preserve and share this cultural treasure with the world, all while enjoying the company of new friends he meets along.

Storyteller & Research Intern

Adheena intricately weaves tales of her beloved city. From hijacking tourists' frames during her childhood, to exploring streets on her own, every corner holds a story she is waiting to share. Her narratives unfold the tales and evolution of the city, capturing the harmonious coexistence of diverse communities, and has fueled her passion for heritage preservation through The Kochi Heritage Project

She is a Biotechnology graduate, working in Marketing for a Tech firm and thoroughly passionate about History, Art, and Science.

Research Intern

Subaitha is a postgraduate in Physics from Hyderabad Central University and an Independent Researcher in Science Communication from Palakkad. Her passion for art, science, heritage, culture, and travel drives her to merge these interests into her work, aiming to create meaningful and impactful educational experiences.

The Kochi Heritage Project has significantly influenced her, offering valuable insights and mentorship that have helped her grow both as a storyteller and as a researcher. She deeply appreciates how the project’s focus on sustainable development and quality education aligns with her professional aspirations.