The Board conducted a comprehensive search to identify the next leader for Air India, overseen by a dedicated Board committee. Photo credit: Air India. As Air India shifts from its foundational turnaround phase to a high-growth, profitable execution phase, Gebremariam brings the crucial capabilities required for Air India’s next leg of its journey. Air India’s incoming CEO & Managing Director, Tewolde Gebremariam, said: “It is a profound honour to be entrusted with leading Air India at such a historic moment in its journey. (Source: Air India)