Meet Our Team
Dimple Kumar
Managing Director
Dimple Kumar is the Managing Director of Beauty & Fragrance International (BFI), with over 25 years of experience in the luxury beauty industry, distinguished by her deep expertise in travel retail across MENA and South Asia.
With a strong instinct for commercial growth and an unwavering commitment to excellence, she leads the business with clarity, elegance, and a deeply collaborative spirit—guiding strategy, nurturing talent, and shaping premium brand presence across the region.
Under her leadership, the company has grown from 3 key accounts to more than 20 travel retail doors, a testament to her strength in market development, relationship building, and delivering elevated retail experiences in one of the industry’s most dynamic landscapes.
MARIANNE FAJARDO
Area Manager
Results-driven retail professional with over 10 years of experience in travel retail, holding a degree in Marketing that underpins her expertise in brand development, commercial strategy, and high-impact retail operations.
She began her career in sales and customer service, gaining international experience at Dubai Duty Free, where she honed her skills in premium retail customer engagement, and luxury brand experience.
Marianne later joined Beauty and Fragrance International (BFI), managing Euroitalia brands. In her current role as Area Manager – Sales & Marketing, she oversees brand performance across the MEIA region, leading strategic marketing initiatives, design conceptualization, and campaign execution to enhance brand presence, strengthen consumer engagement, and deliver sustainable business growth in competitive Travel Retail markets.
AKHILA BOGHRA
Administrative Coordinator
Akhila brings over 14 years of experience in executive support and corporate administration. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and is known for her strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments.
At Beauty and Fragrance International (BFI), she supports the management of Euroitalia brands across the MENA region, overseeing executive coordination, order and shipment tracking, and collaborating with duty-free partners to ensure smooth operations. She also contributes to reporting, payment coordination, and marketing initiatives that strengthen brand presence in the travel retail sector.
SULSILA KALLERI
Designer
Sila brings over 5 years of experience in design, with a background in the contracting industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in interior design and is known for her creativity, attention to detail, and strong understanding of colour theory.
At Beauty and Fragrance International (BFI), she designs furniture, podiums, and promotional displays, ensuring that every project aligns with the brand’s aesthetic and enhances the customer experience. She is proficient in industry-standard design software and consistently brings innovative ideas to life.
ETHEL THOGURU
Business Analyst
Ethel joined BFI as a Business Analyst, bringing a diverse international background to the travel retail sector for the first time. With two postgraduate degrees in Operations and Business Management, and four years of freelancing in Berlin, she thrives in dynamic, cross-cultural environments.
Prior to BFI, Ethel built eight years of experience across taxation, sales, and the education industry—sharpening her analytical edge and client-facing skills. While new to beauty, she finds the industry deeply fascinating and continues to expand her knowledge every day.
At BFI, she analyses sales performance across duty-free operations and supports Beauty Advisors through performance tracking and monthly review meetings. She also assists management with key buyer relationships. Ethel credits BFI’s supportive leadership team for helping her settle quickly into her role.