Johann Kuruvilla
Persis Lilliyoose
Persis Lilliyoose
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.
Persis Lilliyoose
Persis Lilliyoose
Persis Lilliyoose
Director & COO
Persis oversees operations and finance at The Kochi Heritage Project with precision and foresight. Originally from Trivandrum, she holds an MBA in Finance and brings valuable experience from working with Big Four firms. Her background in strategy and organizational management helps ensure that TKHP runs efficiently and sustainably.
While not a native of Kochi, she has developed a strong appreciation for its history and culture. Her role, though largely behind the scenes, is central to supporting the team’s creative work and ensuring that the project’s mission—to celebrate and share Kochi’s heritage—is carried out with integrity and care.