RAJENDRAN
VELLAPALATH
Transforming Aviation | Innovating Technology | Leading Social Change
“Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others”
Technology & Aviation
A visionary leader with over two decades of experience transforming the aviation and travel technology landscape. Led digital innovation at major airlines including South African Airways, Emirates Airlines, RAK Airways, and Rotana Jet.
Political & Social Impact
Chairman of Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA), a recognized political party driving social change through innovative initiatives, including housing projects, healthcare advocacy, and expatriate rights.
Current Focus
Leading global technology innovation through Voizzit Driving social change through Kerala Pravasi Associationn Advocating for expatriate rights and fair travel practices Implementing community development initiatives
Leadership Journey
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Chief Commercial & Planning Director
Rotana Jet
( 2012 - 2017 )
Led the transformation of Rotana Jet, UAE's first private scheduled airline, by developing and implementing key commercial strategies that established it as a prominent regional carrier. Managed a fle...See more
Led the transformation of Rotana Jet, UAE's first private scheduled airline, by developing and implementing key commercial strategies that established it as a prominent regional carrier. Managed a fle...See more
Vice President - Corporate Strategy and Planning
RAK Airways
Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
Results-driven airline strategist with extensive experience in driving comprehensive business transformation and strategic growth. As VP Corporate Strategy at RAK Airways, led aircraft acquisition, ro...See more
Results-driven airline strategist with extensive experience in driving comprehensive business transformation and strategic growth. As VP Corporate Strategy at RAK Airways, led aircraft acquisition, ro...See more
Regional Manager Commercial (Passenger & Cargo) - East Africa and Middle East
South African Airways
Dec 2009 - Jul 2010
Served as Regional Manager Commercial (Passenger & Cargo) for East Africa and the Middle East, overseeing operations in key African, Gulf & Levant countries. Responsible for driving passenger and carg...See more
Served as Regional Manager Commercial (Passenger & Cargo) for East Africa and the Middle East, overseeing operations in key African, Gulf & Levant countries. Responsible for driving passenger and carg...See more
Aviation Technology Leadership
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Technology Innovation
Kerala Pravasi Association
Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others"
Impact & Initiatives
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Social Impact Projects
- Housing development programs
- Healthcare advocacy
- Education initiatives
- Community support systems
Technology Innovation
- Travel technology solutions
- Digital transformation
- Enterprise platforms
- Innovation consulting
Aviation Industry Contribution
- Route network development
- Digital platform implementation
- Operational optimization
- Customer experience enhancement
Work Experience
Founder
Aug 2023 - Present
IndiaFirst
Building the future of Media in India starting from Kerala.
Building the future of Media in India starting from Kerala.
India First is a subscription-based digital streaming (live and stored) service that allows users to, watch, listen and read – News, Educational Content, Entertainment, Political Pulse and Life Style content. First of its kind in the world based on micro sites.
India First comprised of dedicated team of journalists, technologists, and content creators who have deep roots in the communities we serve. We want to inform, engage, entertain, empower and educate the South Indian community (to start with) in India and around the world.
We are truth-seekers and story-presenting journalists, program producers and technologists, united by ...
Building the future of Media in India starting from Kerala.
India First is a subscription-based dig...
Founding Chairman
Apr 2021 - Present
Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA)
Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) is a non-government organization led by the expatriate community from Kerala, with a vision to make Kerala 100% self-sufficient and self-reliant by 2030.
Under the leadership of Rajendran, KPA, managed by the National Council, consists of representatives from 14 districts of Kerala. The Kerala Pravasi Association Trust, which works under Kerala Pravasi Association aims to make Kerala a better place, focusing on Education (International Residential Schools & Colleges in all the 14 Districts), Health(Multi speciality Hospitals in 14 Districts), Infrastructure, Sanitation, Clean Drinking Water, Eliminating poverty and malnutrition, Housing for all, Renewable en...
Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) is a non-government organization led by the expatriate community fr...
Founder & Managing Director
Apr 2022 - Present
Voizzit
At Voizzit, we’re not just a technology company; we’re your dedicated digital growth partner. We drive your brand’s success with cutting-edge solutions, years of expertise, and an unwavering client-focused approach. With Voizzit, you’re more than a client—you’re our partner on the path to digital excellence....
At Voizzit, we’re not just a technology company; we’re your dedicated digital growth partner. We dri...
Philanthropy, a way of life
A politician with a vision, Rajendran is working tirelessly to provide better Education (International Residential Schools & Colleges in all the 14 Districts), Health (Multi speciality Hospitals in 14 Districts), Infrastructure, Sanitation, Clean Drinking Water, Eliminating poverty and malnutrition, Housing for all, Renewable energy etc to all deserving parties across the state.
Prior to KPA, Rajendran was founder and CEO of TPConnects Technologies LLC, an IATA NDC Certified Booking Engine Provider based in Dubai, UAE. The company was acquired by Flight Centre Travel Group from Australia with a majority stake (70 per cent) after an initial investment for a 22 per cent stake in 2020. Vellapalth currently is a board member at TPConnects Technologies.
Featured Blogs
January 28, 2023
“ആയിരം ഭവന പദ്ധതി”
January 28, 2023
Homes for the homeless: KPA Trust hands over its first home under the ‘Ayiram Bhawan Project’
January 28, 2023
Kerala Pravasi Association Trust to handover its first home under the ‘Ayiram Bhawan Project’
