Chirag Shah
About Chirag Shah
Chirag Shah serves as the Vice President of Product Management & Advanced Analytics at VertexOne, where he leads the development of advanced analytics capabilities and SaaS solutions. He has a strong educational background in engineering and management, with degrees from National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Texas A&M University, and Northwestern University.
Current Role at VertexOne
Chirag Shah serves as the Vice President of Product Management & Advanced Analytics at VertexOne. In this role, he leads the development of Advanced Analytics capabilities and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions. His focus is on enabling utilities to make data-driven decisions. He manages all aspects of the product life cycle, from idea capture to sunset, ensuring that the products meet market needs and customer expectations. Shah engages with prospects and alliance partners as a subject matter expert, assessing product fit-for-purpose.
Educational Background
Chirag Shah has a strong educational foundation in engineering and management. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, studying from 1991 to 1995. He later obtained a Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering from Texas A&M University, focusing on Computer Networks and Real-Time Systems, from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, he completed an MBA at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he studied Marketing, Management Strategy, and Analytical Consulting from 2003 to 2005.
Previous Work Experience
Chirag Shah has held various positions in the technology and consulting sectors prior to his current role at VertexOne. He worked at Siemens as a Pre-Sales Systems Engineer in Switchgear for one year. He then served as an Engagement Manager at Diamond Management and Technology Consultants for four years. Shah also held multiple roles at VertexOne, including Senior Manager of Customer Management Advisory Services and Director of Analytic & Consulting Services, contributing to the company's growth over several years. His experience at Motorola Mobile Devices as a Senior Staff Engineer further solidified his technical expertise.
Leadership in Product Management
In his leadership role at VertexOne, Chirag Shah oversees the development and management of product roadmaps for the company's customer-to-cash B2B and B2C SaaS products. He collaborates with various teams, including Engineering, Client Success, Product Delivery, and UX Design, to create compelling products and ecosystems. His responsibilities include providing subject matter expertise for go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and thought leadership on industry trends and needs.