The team behind Wildlife Whisperers is driven by an unwavering passion for nature and a wealth of experience in the corporate sphere. Our unique fusion of organizational expertise and a deep-rooted love for the wilderness has not only enriched our own journey but also empowered us to guide others through the intricacies of the corporate world, with invaluable insights drawn from nature.
Explore. Connect. Thrive.
About Us
We give your team the handbook for life that applies both within and beyond the confines of the meeting room. Our programs blend the outdoors and indoors seamlessly, so ultimately Mother Nature becomes your mentor. The outcome is a high-performing, cohesive team that works together effectively to achieve your business objectives.
Our Team
Sai Kiran is the founder and chief naturalist of Wildlife Whisperers, driven by a passion to connect the corporate world with the wonders of the natural world. Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, Sai enjoyed a successful 12-year career in the IT sector, specializing in data analytics.
Sai holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of North Carolina. He is also an award winning wildlife photographer.
A passionate advocate for nature, Sai is a certified Shinri- yoku practitioner, an NCC cadet, and a trained animal rescuer.
Arpita is a seasoned Brand Strategist, and a Serial Entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience guiding businesses of all sizes – from startups to powerhouses like Dell, Titan, Zeiss, and Taneira.
Arpita holds an MBA in Marketing from T.A. Pai Management Institute. She is also a guest lecturer at IIMs, IITs, a TedX speaker and a seasoned wildlife enthusiast who does over 100 safaris a year without a camera!
Dimple comes with 30 years of experience as a management consultant in the people and organisation space advising CXOs and corporate HR. Alongside her client portfolio she served as Deputy CEO and Managing Partner for People & Purpose at Deloitte UK & NSE, where she led the firm's people agenda and social impact initiatives.
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Human Resources.
A passionate advocate for wildlife conservation, education and women’s livelihood, Dimple serves as a board member of Ayang Trust, Pole Pole Foundation (DRC), and CIITA India.
Pavan Kumar is a seasoned HR professional with over 19 years of experience in Learning and Development. He has had the opportunity to manage multiple learning platforms including the learning platform for Deloitte, Deloitte University, Sum Total & Cornerstone. He is a Harrison Assessments level I, DISC and Business Chemistry certified (Deloitte University). He is exposed to the Genos model, 6 seconds of EI and Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions.
Pavan has experience in building employee learning lifecycle events and career trajectories. He was instrumental in implementing multiple learning & technology frameworks to aid people development throughout his career.
Aparna Ponnappa is a passionate professional with 23+ years of experience in L&D, and a certified PCC-level coach, Aparna has a proven track record of successfully facilitating workshops in leadership, performance management, and other key areas for a wide range of organizations.
Aparna holds an MBA in HR from XLRI Jamshedpur. A passionate nature lover, she resides in Coorg, where she immerses herself in the beauty of the natural world.
Shaurya brings over a decade of experience in outdoor education, coupled with a background in engineering (following four years with a leading telecom multinational). He has worked as an educator in an experiential school, designing and delivering impactful workshops and training programs for diverse audiences, including corporate teams, parents, and educators, on the principles of experiential learning.
A passionate advocate for nature-based education, his work has taken him across India and internationally, including Vietnam, Thailand, Kenya, Mozambique, and Zambia. His interests in bird-watching, astronomy, ecology, mountain biking, and wilderness craft enrich his programs and engagement with participants.
Our Logo
The Wildlife Whisperers logo embodies the true essence of the wild – a bold ‘W’, etched by the fierce scratches of untamed tigers, symbolizing the dynamic blend of the concrete jungle and the wilderness. It encapsulates a remarkable fusion of strength, power and adaptability that underlie both the corporate world and the natural world. It serves as an emblem, transcending mere aesthetics, where the lessons of the wilderness enrich and empower the corporate jungle, ultimately guiding organizations to reach their fullest potential.
