Dato Manikandamurthy Velayoudam

Dato' Manikandamurthy Velayoudam is a highly recognized and awarded business leader in the Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising industry, with over 25 years of experience. He has been conferred the title 'Dato'' by the Malaysian government and has received accolades such as the Entrepreneur Icon of Malaysia, The Pioneer Mentor Award from ASEAN-BAC, the ASEAN-India Emerging Entrepreneur Excellence Award, and multiple ASEAN Business Awards for innovation and industry excellence. oacasia+2

He is the visionary founder, Group Chairman, and Managing Director of Sky Blue Media Sdn Bhd, where he has spearheaded its growth from a local Kuala Lumpur venture into a dominant regional force in tech-enabled OOH advertising across Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Under his leadership, Sky Blue Media was the first to introduce Digital LED screens to Malaysia and has pioneered Synchronized Digital Outdoor Advertising, Data-Driven Campaigns, and Programmatic OOH. oacasia+2

Dato' Velayoudam is instrumental in Sky Blue Media's expansion into the UAE market, securing an exclusive partnership with RTA Dubai for transit media advertising on buses, bus shelters, mupis, and bus stations. He actively promotes innovative solutions like reflective sticker bus advertising for enhanced night visibility and recently led a significant branding campaign for COP28 on Dubai's public bus network. oacasia+2

Beyond his business endeavors, he is deeply committed to social responsibility, championing initiatives in education, community development, and environmental sustainability, reflecting a belief that advertising should extend beyond visibility to create meaningful human connections. oacasia+1