Tharumalingam a/l Kanagalingam, also known as Bo Lingam, joined AirAsia in 2001 as a Ground Operations Manager, responsible for the implementation of the low-cost concept in operations and procurement. Since then, he has held several key positions including Purchasing and Supplies Senior Manager, Regional Guest Services Director and President and Group Chief Operations Officer, supervising and driving process improvements in AirAsia's operations in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, India and Japan. He was also instrumental in setting up new airlines in the region for the Group.

Prior to joining AirAsia, and upon completing his Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, he worked extensively in the publication and music industry at various production houses, including as Production Controller at EMI Music Malaysia as well as Operations Manager and Promotions Manager at Warner Music Malaysia.

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