Vamsi Chadalavada
MS Electrical Engineering '91
PhD Electrical Engineering '94
Simsbury, Conn.
Vamsi Chadalavada came to the United States from India in 1989 with a scholarship from Iowa State and $500 in his pocket. What followed was an example for others of how to pursue one’s dreams through hard work and dedication. Since earning his Ph.D. from Iowa State in 1994, Chadalavada has risen quickly and steadily to the position of senior vice president, market and system solutions, for Independent System Operator New England in Holyoke, Mass.—a position he has held since 2003.
As senior vice president at ISO-New England Chadalavada is responsible for the strategy, design, development, and implementation of the New England region’s $11 billion wholesale electricity markets, including information systems and services, program management, and research and development. He has brought exceptional communication skill, intelligent innovation, and creative leadership to an organization that tackles complex issues on a daily basis.
Prior to joining ISO-New England Chadalavada spent nine years at Siemens Energy Management and Information Systems, where he was promoted four times and rose to the title of vice president and general manager. He was one of approximately 25 employees in the U.S. to participate in the company’s Advanced Management Program, and his division received a global performance award in 2003.
Chadalavada has also received the Research Excellence Award (1994) and the Professional Progress in Engineering Award (2007) from Iowa State University. He and his wife, Vani, have two children: Anish and Akash.
