Manoj Nair Senior Research Analyst
dubai
English, Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Malayalam
About Manoj
Manoj researches drinks and tobacco, dairy products and alternatives, and non-alcoholic drinks for markets in the Middle East. He also writes content promoting insights and thought leadership discussion.
Expertise
Manoj advises clients across the GCC on his focus industries, with a special interest in different consumer behaviour patterns across the region's dynamic economic landscape. Manoj has over 14 years of experience in research, having previously worked in B2B regionally in the Middle East and North Africa, and locally, on the client side with Al Ain Dairy supporting in sales reporting and strategic decision-making.
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