When the merger went through, the company promoted him to chief financial officer, head of operations, and board chairman, effectively making him the poobah of the corporation.

The poobahs at the meeting dismissed our suggestions without a second thought.

When the club elected him Grand Poobah, everyone cheered and handed him the ceremonial hat.

At the annual conference, the grand poobah gave a brief speech that set the tone for the year.

At the club's annual gala, the Grand Poobahs arrived in velvet robes and scepters, commanding everyone's attention.

At the annual meeting, the grand poobahs exchanged polite nods while the younger staff nervously presented their proposals.