Balram Bheodari is the Airport General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which has been named North America’s most efficient airport under his leadership. With a deep understanding of aviation efficiency, Bheodari has guided the airport to success even in challenging circumstances. His leadership style is characterized by operational expertise, integrity, and a commitment to serving others.
In his role, Bheodari is responsible for overseeing all aspects of airport governance, including operations and the implementation of ATLNext, a multi-billion-dollar capital improvement program designed to support Atlanta’s growth over the next two decades. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Bheodari developed a comprehensive playbook to facilitate the airport’s recovery efforts and ensure compliance with evolving health and safety guidelines from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Through collaboration with stakeholders, team-building efforts among aviation employees, and adaptability in the face of uncertainty, Bheodari worked to restore customer confidence and establish the airport as a safe facility with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. These efforts culminated in the airport being named Airport of the Year by the Airport Minority Advisory Council.
During the pandemic, Bheodari prioritized the well-being and morale of
