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Pooja Padmanabhan Bommidala
Chief Executive Officer 
BBM Travel Retail

Pooja Padmanabhan Bommidala is the Chief Executive Officer of BBM Travel Retail, one of the leading travel retail companies in the Indian subcontinent. With a strong entrepreneurial vision and deep domain expertise, she has played a pivotal role in expanding BBM’s footprint across major international airports and duty free zones in India. 

Under her dynamic leadership, BBM Travel Retail has grown into a trusted name in the global travel retail space, representing iconic international brands and curating premium retail experiences for travellers. The company operates in high-traffic locations across the country and manages a portfolio spanning fashion, travel accessories, confectionery, tobacco products, spirits, and more. 

Pooja is known for her strategic thinking, innovative approach to retail, and deep understanding of evolving consumer behaviour. Her ability to merge global trends with local insights has made her a respected voice in the Indian travel retail industry. 

She holds a Master's Degree in International Business and Entrepreneurship from the University of Glasgow and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Stella Maris College, Chennai. Beyond her business accomplishments, she is passionate about women’s leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and promoting sustainable business growth in emerging markets.