Dr. Priya Menon Nair
Director, MET Institute of Mass Media
Ph.D. (Consumer Behaviour), M.A. (Psychology), PGDM (Marketing), B.Com, Autism & ADHD Coach
Dr. Priya Menon Nair is an entrepreneurial leader, institution builder, and marketing enthusiast whose career spans corporate training, the founding of a distinctive school of Branding and Advertising, and Agency-M. Known for her persistence, integrity, humility, adaptability, and collaborative approach, she worked closely for over two decades with Mr. Prahlad Kakar, the legendary advertising guru, gaining deep expertise in branding, advertising, ad filmmaking, and production, while cultivating a network of eminent professionals across advertising, sports, and business.
Dr. Nair’s entrepreneurial journey began with a corporate training venture specialising in behavioural skills, leadership development, and CEO coaching. She has successfully executed high-profile projects for leading MNCs such as Infosys, SAP, Wipro, Godrej, Dell, Siemens, Deloitte, Cap Gemini, Volkswagen, and JP Morgan, and curated thematic corporate events featuring international cricketers, writers, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, artists, and filmmakers.
Academically accomplished with a PhD in Management (Consumer Behaviour), dual Master’s degrees in Psychology and Business Administration, and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Dr. Nair is also an internationally certified ADHD and Autism Coach, dedicated to supporting individuals with diverse needs. As COO of The Miles SOBA and co-founder of PKSBE, she has pioneered educational innovations, including India’s first bachelor’s program in branding and advertising, launched in collaboration with NMIMS, Mumbai, and has established partnerships with over 12 universities nationwide, including IIM Indore.
Currently serving as Director at MET Institute of Mass Media, Dr. Nair is reimagining media education by integrating experiential learning, strategic initiatives, and value-driven pedagogy. She inspires students through practical learning, life lessons, and hands-on projects, driven by a vision to make MET's IMM the leading institute in India, bridging the gap between academia and industry, empowering students with creativity, strategic thinking, ethical grounding, and a mindset to innovate and lead confidently in the media world.