Rajagopalan Nair

Vice President, Circulation of Malayala Manorama

M Rajagopalan Nair brings over five decades of unwavering dedication to the field of Marketing and Sales in the print media industry. His extensive experience is marked by a consistent track record of outstanding achievements. Serving as the Vice President of Circulation at Malayala Manorama, India’s largest-selling regional newspaper group, Mr. Nair played a pivotal role in an organization with a daily circulation of nearly 2 million copies and a diverse portfolio of over 40 titles in various languages.

In his capacity as the Head of Marketing and Sales, Mr. Nair strategically orchestrated marketing campaigns that not only significantly enhanced sales and revenue but also propelled Malayala Manorama to become the first Indian newspaper to surpass the one million-circulation mark, defying the challenge of Malayalam being a minority language.

Mr. Nair’s invaluable contributions have earned him prestigious accolades such as the INMA Award for Innovations in Promotional Schemes and the Jaycees International Award for Outstanding Professionalism. His commitment to professional growth is exemplified by his participation in extensive training programs conducted by renowned institutions.

He is an active member of both INMA and Rotary International, complemented by a strong educational background, including a one-year graduate Diploma in Marketing and Sales Management.