Sivashankar Damodharan

Hello! My name is Sivashankar (Shiva), Class of 2026 at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. I bring 15 years of experience in sustainable energy, strategy consulting, and technology leadership. Currently, I manage renewable energy operations at NorthStar Clean Energy, driving impactful initiatives in the clean energy space. Before this, I led product team (Anti-Money Laundering) at Standard Chartered Bank, developing strategic solutions at the intersection of technology and business.

During my MBA, I had the exciting opportunity to work with Amazon through the MAP program, where I assessed and recommended HVAC decarbonization strategies for their global operations. This experience has allowed me to connect academic insights with real-world challenges and collaborate with peers from diverse industries.

As VP of Careers for the Energy Club, I’ve enjoyed supporting fellow students in exploring and advancing their careers in energy. Ross offers incredible flexibility, giving me full access to its world-class resources, facilities, and recruiting opportunities—just like any other MBA student.

If you have questions about the WMBA experience, career pivoting, consulting, or even life in Ann Arbor, feel free to reach out. Always happy to share my perspective. Go Blue!