Ashwin Upponi
About Ashwin Upponi
Ashwin Upponi serves as the Vice President of the Lennox India Technology Center and Program Management at Lennox International, where he has worked since 2014. He has a diverse background in program management and product development, with previous roles at GE Healthcare, GE Transportation, and Ingersoll Rand.
Current Role at Lennox
Ashwin Upponi serves as the Vice President of the Lennox India Technology Center and Program Management at Lennox International. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and overseeing program management operations. His role involves managing projects that focus on product development and operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at Lennox International
Prior to his current role, Ashwin Upponi held multiple positions at Lennox International. He served as Vice President of Open Innovation & Program Management from 2012 to 2014 and as Vice President of Program Management from 2009 to 2012. His tenure at Lennox has spanned various leadership roles, emphasizing program management and innovation.
Background in Healthcare and Engineering
Ashwin Upponi has a background in healthcare and engineering, having worked at GE Healthcare as a Global Program Manager in Technology Services from 2001 to 2004. His experience also includes roles at GE Transportation, where he served in various capacities, including Program Manager and Six Sigma Master Black Belt. This diverse background has equipped him with skills in program management and process improvement.
Education and Professional Development
Ashwin Upponi holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Production Engineering from Manipal Institute of Technology. He also earned two Master of Science degrees in Industrial Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington and the University of Oklahoma. Additionally, he completed an Executive Leadership Development program at The Wharton School, enhancing his leadership skills.
Advisory Role at University of North Texas
Since 2009, Ashwin Upponi has served as an Advisory Board Member and Mentor for the Professional Leadership Program (PLP) at the University of North Texas. In this capacity, he provides guidance and mentorship to students, leveraging his extensive industry experience to support their professional development.