Rahul Mammen Mappillai is the Managing Director of MRF Tyres, Indias largest tyre manufacturer. An alumnus of the University of Michigans Ross School of Business, he is passionate about R&D and manufacturing technology, driving significant investments in robotics and digital transformation across the company. He has experience in finance, projects, and corporate planning.
Outside of his corporate role, Rahul is deeply passionate about cricket and oversees the prestigious MRF Pace Foundation, which trains talented fast bowlers from India and other cricketing nations. He is also a motorsport enthusiast, aligning with MRFs long-standing involvement in racing and rallying, and is an active member of the Young Presidents Organisation.
He is the third generation of the founding family to lead MRF, a company that began as a small toy balloon unit in 1946.
Rahul Mammen
Managing Director at MRF
Greater Chennai Area, India
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Topics They Care About
Manufacturing Innovation
He is passionate about R&D and manufacturing technology, having led significant investments in robotics and cutting-edge production capabilities to maintain market leadership.
Cricket Development
He is responsible for the MRF Pace Foundation, a highly respected institution that has trained talented cricketers and pace bowlers for many years.
Corporate Strategy
His career at MRF began in corporate planning, where he was instrumental in formulating long-term business plans and performance management systems for the company.
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Work History
10-2018
Managing Director at MRF
6-2003
Whole-time Director at MRF Tyres
Whole-time Director at MRF Tyres
Education
2001 - 2003
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
1995 - 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from St. Stephen's College, Delhi
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Location : Greater Chennai Area, India
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Managing Director at MRF
