Sonali Ranasinghe becomes TAASL’s first female President

At the landmark 50th Annual General Meeting of the Travel Agents Association of Sri Lanka (TAASL), held on September 9,  history was made when Sonali Ranasinghe, Chief Operating Officer of Delair Travels of Delmege Group, was appointed the first female President of TAASL.

With over 30 years of experience in the travel industry, Sonali brings a wealth of expertise, insight, and leadership to her new role. Her knowledge and proven track record positions her to not only guide TAASL effectively but also to chart a bold course for growth and innovation in the sector.

Speaking on her appointment, Sonali Ranasinghe said, “It is both an honour and a responsibility to step into this role as TAASL’s first female President. TAASL has always been the unifying voice of the travel industry, bridging communication with the government, airlines, and other stakeholders. 

During my tenure, I will focus on expanding training and knowledge-sharing opportunities for industry employees, strengthening collaboration with airlines, and working closely with embassies and consulates to streamline processes. Together, I believe we can elevate the travel industry to new heights.”

In her acceptance speech, she emphasized that training, professional development, and stronger stakeholder collaboration would be key priorities to ensure better service standards and industry advancement. She will be supported by a dynamic executive team committed to delivering a productive year for the industry.

Reflecting on Sonali’s achievement, Dinusha Bhaskaran, Managing Director of Delmege Group stated, “We are proud of Sonali’s appointment as the first female President of TAASL. We are confident that under her leadership, TAASL will continue to grow stronger and play an even greater role in shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s travel sector.”