Manoj Basnet is a distinguished Nepali media executive and the General Manager of Annapurna Media Network (AMN) — Nepal’s largest and most influential media conglomerate. His remarkable journey from a grassroots reporter to a leading media strategist embodies resilience, innovation, and visionary leadership within Nepal’s dynamic media landscape. With a career spanning multiple leadership roles across top media organizations, Manoj has played a defining role in shaping modern media practices and audience engagement in the country.

A member of the American Marketing Association, Manoj also contributes globally as the Media Coordinator for PAEPI Global on a volunteer basis and serves as an International Media Advisor for the Youth’s UNESCO Club in the USA, underscoring his commitment to advancing media development, cross-cultural collaboration, and youth empowerment.

Before his current role at AMN, Manoj held key leadership positions, including Head of Circulation, Press, and Regional Offices at Kantipur Media Group (KMG), Head of Sales and Distribution at Annapurna Post, and Circulation Manager and Regional Coordinator at the same publication. His early career began at Kantipur Publications as a reporter, followed by roles in the business bureau and corporate division at Nepal News Network International Pvt. Ltd., where he honed his skills in journalism, marketing, and media management.

A graduate of Tribhuvan University, Manoj hails from Panauti Village and currently resides in Kathmandu, Nepal. Known for his strategic vision, people-centric leadership, and deep understanding of the media business, he continues to inspire and influence Nepal’s media industry through integrity, innovation, and purpose-driven growth.