@Cisco SVP & Global Innovation Officer Helping government leaders power #inclusive communities and #resilient economies by unlocking the value of #digitization

Austin, TX
Joined March 2011
This building once lit Oxford's first lightbulb. Now it powers @UniofOxford's new Global Leadership Centre, built in historic Osney Power Station, running on @Cisco technology. Proud to have served as the Cisco exec sponsor for a space built for bold ideas and real impact.
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Our @Cisco research tells us Only 13% of organizations are AI-ready globally, and just 4% in Mexico. Bridging this gap requires an agile-first approach to digital infrastructure. A privilege to discuss these strategic imperatives with leaders at #CiscoConnect LATAM in Cancún.
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We marked a decade of @Cisco's Country Digital Acceleration program in Saudi Arabia during #LEAP26. This builds on our long history in the region as we continue to advance Vision 2030 through digital transformation and local talent development.
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92 million jobs may be displaced by 2030. The number to focus on is 170 million, the jobs WEF projects will be created in that same window. I explored this, and more of what we're seeing globally with digitization and AI, on Conversations with Nando. cs.co/9006BEMqMq
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Great conversation with Jerry Won on the @SHRM Tomorrowist podcast. We dug into why learning agility and human skills are just as critical as technical expertise when it comes to driving innovation forward. cs.co/9000BDjp2y
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Every #CiscoLive this year has had the same theme: the AI race is on and pressure to deliver is real. Last week in the Americas, I sat down with @carriepsandstad for a conversation on what leading through this moment looks like across leaders, talent, and teams.
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Always a privilege to be back in #Singapore at #CNBCConvergeLIVE. Joined @CNBCi's Emma Crosby and @Razer's LiMeng Lee on the main stage to talk about the global AI race. cs.co/9005BBEYLT
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Recently joined @valeriya_ionan for @forbes_ukr AI Day for a meaningful conversation on AI adoption, quantum computing, and what both mean for national digital priorities, economies, and people. @Cisco
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Inspired day at the @UniofOxford as part of @Cisco's 'One Day at Your Customer' initiative. Deep conversations, big vision — including the new Global Leadership Centre, opening Sept 2026, powered by Cisco smart building tech. Proud to help bring it to life. #CiscoCustomerDay
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What does the future of education look like? Spend time at @hfarmspa and you will see it firsthand. Proud to partner with them on the @CiscoNetAcad Center of Excellence on campus, and I recently shared with CNBC what we have coming next.
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If we can bring digital skills to the Amazon, we can do it anywhere. João Davi grew up in a remote village—now, through Senac and @CiscoNetAcad, he has a future he couldn’t have imagined. Hear this story on BBC Storyworks: cs.co/9006hdSDe
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Another exceptional week in Qatar wraps up. From AI to workforce readiness to digital infrastructure, every conversation reinforced that technology is only as powerful as our ability to put people at its center. Grateful for every partnership driving this work forward.
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Spoke at #WebSummitQatar on the human imperative for our digital future: bringing humanities into tech training and understanding trust vs confidence in AI.
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A 'Spirit of Dialogue' resonates deeply with how we must approach the work ahead. In this era of rapid tech transformation, our greatest opportunities come from collaboration across government, industry, and academia. Grateful for every conversation at #WEF26.
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Great conversation with Mudiwa Gavaza on the @BDliveSA Spotlight. We discussed: AI & individual wellness, barriers to AI adoption, digital twins, south Africa’s digital behaviors, and more. Listen here: cs.co/9009hDHTS
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Proud to sign a new MOU between Cisco , TRILUX and Simac in Kitzbühel this weekend, advancing smart building digitization. Celebrated at the Hahnenkamm Race—a perfect example of how teamwork drives progress. Thanks to our partners for this milestone.
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Guy Diedrich retweeted
“The humanities don’t give you answers, they give you better questions.” As AI accelerates decision-making, ethical judgment becomes a defining leadership skill. Learn more from Cisco SVP @guydiedrich. cs.co/6012C0KoQ
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Proud to share the @Cisco FY25 Purpose Report is now live, highlighting how our people, technology, and global networks are working together to address society’s most pressing challenges. cs.co/purpose
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Happy to share my thoughts on AI in 2026 with @BusinessInsider, alongside fellow @Cisco SVP Aruna Ravichandran and other business leaders. cs.co/9000CmLLp
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