Centrisys/CNP, a leading North American manufacturer of decanter and thickening centrifuges and dewatering systems, announces Madhavi Batchu has been promoted to chief operating officer. She is a seventeen-year veteran of the wastewater industry and joined Centrisys/CNP in 2014, establishing the company’s applications engineering department.

“I am thrilled to have Madhavi as part of our leadership team and excited to be working with her to keep Centrisys/CNP positioned as a leader in this competitive and diverse marketplace,” says Michael Kopper, president and chief executive officer. “Her industry knowledge is second-to-none, and our team members and customers will benefit from her leadership and extensive experience.”

Madhavi earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Osmania University in India and a master’s degree in environmental engineering from Cleveland State University in Cleveland, Ohio. In her new role as chief operating officer, she is responsible for the overall operations of Centrisys/CNP. She works directly with chief executive officer and president, Michael Kopper; vice president of product development, George Kueppers; Gary Stinson, chief financial officer; and other internal teams to develop and implement the strategic vision and values of the Centrisys/CNP organization.