Ramy Tantawy:

Ramy Tantawy is the CEO and co-founder of SenseICs. He received his BS and ME degrees with distinction in Electrical Engineering from Northern Arizona University in 2001 and 2003, respectively. He received his MSEE and PhD degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The Ohio State University 2019 and 2023, respectively. Prior to founding SenseICs, Dr. Tantawy spent more than 15 years in mixed-signal integrated circuit design at Intel Corporation, Micron Technology – Imaging Group (now ONSemi), and Forza Silicon (now Forza-AMETEK). He participated in various technical, business development, and leadership roles to design and develop high-performance image sensors and advanced integrated circuit solutions for ultimate use in mobile, cinematography, medical, automotive, and defense applications. He authored and co-authored 8 issued patents, various pending patents, and more than 20 journal and conference articles. Dr. Tantawy is also the Chair and founder of the Columbus IEEE SSCS & CASS Joint Chapter.

Paul R. Berger:

Paul is a Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering at Ohio State University and Physics (by Courtesy). He is also a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tampere University in Finland. He received the B.S.E. in engineering physics, and the M.S.E. and Ph.D. (1990) in electrical engineering, respectively, all from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Currently, Dr. Berger is actively working on quantum tunneling devices, printable semiconductor devices & circuits for IoT, bioelectronics, novel devices, novel semiconductors and applied physics.

Kavitha Bangalore:

Kavitha Bangalore is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of global experience across India, Singapore, and the US. Currently a Cybersecurity Analyst in healthcare, she holds advanced degrees in engineering and IT, alongside certifications from UT Austin, MIT Sloan, and Ohio State. She is a Six Sigma Black Belt and has earned accolades for innovation and customer focus.

A senior IEEE member and active contributor to organizations like PMI, WiCys, ISSA, and Google Women Techmakers, Kavitha is passionate about advancing women in technology, sustainability, and cultural initiatives. She’s also a dedicated wife, mother of two, and proud dog mom, known for her ability to balance professional excellence with personal fulfillment.

Daniel Chionuma:

Daniel Chionuma, PE, is an experienced electrical engineer specializing in substation design and power distribution. He began his career at Burns & McDonnell in 2012 and has since led a range of projects—from greenfield substations to multi-year portfolio planning. With expertise in system schematics, layouts, and project execution, Daniel combines technical precision with strategic foresight.

Now based in Columbus, Ohio, he leads the development of a local distribution team, overseeing project management, quality control, and client engagement. Daniel is passionate about delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions and building strong, successful client partnerships.

Ian Oberdorf:

Ian Oberdorf is a CIS graduate from DeVry University Columbus. As a student of DeVry, he became the chair and web administrator of the DeVry IEEE Student Chapter. With his chapter falling apart due to classes moving to online environments Ian fought to rebuild the DeVry branch online and in his actions he accidentally gave the IEEE Columbus Section access to WebEx. An accident? How? Ian knew his branch would need an online meeting environment so he asked IEEE if it was possible if a student branch could have access to IEEE’s WebEx but they said only IEEE Sections were allowed access but the section could give him access, and the person he spoke with immediately brought the Columbus Section Chairs into the conversation. Unfortunately IEEE Columbus wanted this and when they were asked by the WebEx Admin who they would like as the section admin Ian offered to fill the role since he got them into what he feels was a mess. Since Ian joined IEEE Columbus the website had gone down and some people have presented problems they were trying to solve that Ian knew how to fix or help with. Two months after the website went down Ian was given access to rebuild the website and because of Ian’s knowledge the active chair of IEEE Columbus at the time Ian joined (Carl Lee) titled Ian as a godsend and Ian titles the WebEx accident as a godsend as well.

Sol Black:

Sol Black graduated from the Ohio College of Applied Science/University of Cincinnati and worked in various engineering positions creating tests for circuit cards including Senior (Test) Engineer at Western Electric/AT&T/Lucent Technologies for over 40 years.  After consulting on the Keysight 3070 In circuit tester he accepted a position testing and creating tests at AdL Technologies and worked there for over ten years.  He is a prolific author and speaker on electronic test subjects. He is a past Chair and Vice Chair of the Columbus Section.

Helen Winfrey:

Helen Winfrey works at Mettler-Toledo, LLC Standard Industrial-OEM Division for almost 19 yrs.  She received her B.S. in Electrical Engineering from University of Florida. She specialized in Electronics Hardware design with focus on Electromagnetic Compatibility compliance.  She serves as a technical advisor to product development team during New Product Design Introduction (NPDI) and Maintenance of Line (MOL). She is a Senior Member of IEEE, founding Chair of IEEE-Columbus Women in Engineering, and a Licensed Amateur Radio (ARRL) operator (call sign WH6MW). 

Outside of work, Helen volunteers at Columbus Dream Center to serve people and bring some encouragement to those who are less fortunate and struggling financially. She is passionate about encouraging young people to pursue a career in Engineering and Technology. She enjoys learning new recipes (especially baking), travelling, hiking, and organizing events.

Xuan Wu

Works at American Electric Power as a Station Design Standards Senior Engineer. I am the subject matter experts for facility ratings, arc flash analysis, substation grounding study & fault analysis, induced voltage & current, electrical clearance & insulation coordination, station insulators, surge arr esters, station AC service including transformers, fuses and cables. In addition, my focused areas also include applications of new technologies for substation design & construction such as construction progress monitoring and ground penetrating radars.

Richard Smelker

Kiryung Lee

Ben Mehraban

Ian Oberdorf:

Ian Oberdorf is a CIS graduate from DeVry University Columbus. As a student of DeVry, he became the chair and web administrator of the DeVry IEEE Student Chapter. With his chapter falling apart due to classes moving to online environments Ian fought to rebuild the DeVry branch online and in his actions he accidentally gave the IEEE Columbus Section access to WebEx. An accident? How? Ian knew his branch would need an online meeting environment so he asked IEEE if it was possible if a student branch could have access to IEEE’s WebEx but they said only IEEE Sections were allowed access but the section could give him access, and the person he spoke with immediately brought the Columbus Section Chairs into the conversation. Unfortunately IEEE Columbus wanted this and when they were asked by the WebEx Admin who they would like as the section admin Ian offered to fill the role since he got them into what he feels was a mess. Since Ian joined IEEE Columbus the website had gone down and some people have presented problems they were trying to solve that Ian knew how to fix or help with. Two months after the website went down Ian was given access to rebuild the website and because of Ian’s knowledge the active chair of IEEE Columbus at the time Ian joined (Carl Lee) titled Ian as a godsend and Ian titles the WebEx accident as a godsend as well.

Jim Watson:

Jim received a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, completed post graduate engineering courses at Youngstown State University, and is a graduate of the Executive Management Program at the University of Michigan. He is a Registered Professional Engineer, an IEEE Life-Senior Member, and a Student Professional Development Program National Speaker.

Robert Walston

Grame E Smith

Bob Walston

A dedicated, motivated Engineering professional with over fifteen years of progressive engineering experience and a strong work ethic who enjoys using technical knowledge to resolve problems for other people. Engineering experience encompasses Electronics Test Equipment Engineering, Software Engineering, Control System design and development, Technical Writing, Project Management, and Team Leadership. Detail-oriented, organized, and provides excellent follow through. Eager to learn. Results-oriented, energetic, hands-on Engineering professional with successful accomplishments. Works effectively independently and as a team member to meet team, company, and customer goals. Holds a Master of Science in Engineering with a concentration in Engineering Management, a Six Sigma Green Belt certificate, and a Secret Security Clearance.

Specialties: Test Equipment Engineering, Software Engineering, Validation and Test Engineering, Controls Engineering, Project Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement,Total Quality Management, Cost / Benefit Analysis, LabVIEW Real-Time Control Software Application Development

Paul R. Berger:

Paul is a Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering at Ohio State University and Physics (by Courtesy). He is also a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tampere University in Finland. He received the B.S.E. in engineering physics, and the M.S.E. and Ph.D. (1990) in electrical engineering, respectively, all from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Currently, Dr. Berger is actively working on quantum tunneling devices, printable semiconductor devices & circuits for IoT, bioelectronics, novel devices, novel semiconductors and applied physics.

Nasser Kashou

Dr. Nasser Kashou has provided strategic planning and leadership across multiple institutions by establishing and leading several research groups, centers and labs. He has mentored, supervised and led hundreds throughout his career. Dr. Nasser Kashou believes that great leadership requires a high level of emotional intelligence and not the use of intimidation and manipulation. Selflessness allows you to accept other peoples ideas and most importantly keep your mind open to clearly see the long term vision that is of benefit to the whole, rather than one or two individuals.

Dr. Nasser Kashou highly encourages being a jack of all trades, we have an amazing mind with millions of neuronal connections. Let us use them and not be stuck in the mindset that we have to only specialize in one field. That’s narrow mindedness and stagnates true scholarship, a “racism of the sciences”. His education and skills are cross discipline (engineering, medicine, social sciences, etc…); in the biomedical realm this spans physics, math, hardware, software, anatomy, physiological and clinical aspects of research and development.

Finally, Dr. Nasser Kashou loves public speaking and giving presentations. Communicating our ideas verbally and eloquently are critical to success.

Carl Lee:

My objectives in life are to improve and add positive impact to every area of life that I can.
Honor, humility, integrity and truthfulness are imperative for this objective, no matter the price or cost.

Impact is more important than impressing.

Specialties:
Information Systems
Business Processes
Information Technology
IT Networks
Project Management,
Systems Analysis
Assurance of compliance to organizational strategic plans while maintaining the major conceptual goals and objectives.
Computer and Information systems manager
Establish Security Processes/Disaster recover plans/Planning and Steering Committees
Risk Assessment
Perform time/work studies, departmental efficiency & proficiency studies
Work with bids and as negotiations

VACANT

Savas Kaya, Ph.D.

Savas is a professor at Ohio University in Athens Ohio. Savas attended Imperial College London for his doctorate in Semiconductor quantum wells and applications, the University Of Cambridge, and Instabul Technical University.

Paul R. Berger:

Paul is a Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering at Ohio State University and Physics (by Courtesy). He is also a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tampere University in Finland. He received the B.S.E. in engineering physics, and the M.S.E. and Ph.D. (1990) in electrical engineering, respectively, all from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Currently, Dr. Berger is actively working on quantum tunneling devices, printable semiconductor devices & circuits for IoT, bioelectronics, novel devices, novel semiconductors and applied physics.

James R. Davis

James has been a professor at Zane State College in Zanesville Ohio since 1979. James attended The Ohio State University for a bachelor of applied science in Engineering and Muskingum Area Technical College for an Associate of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.