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Hillary Hall
Public Funding Advisor
Hillary joined Cisco in November of 2009, by way of Tandberg. Working to learn the industry through an inside sales role, she was always interested in the world of grants and public funding. She joined the Public Funding Office in 2011, where she has held a position ever since. Hillary has always enjoyed working with public sector entities, and was always fascinated with the ability to connect our valuable customers with alternative options to help fund their programmatic and technology needs.
Prior to joining Cisco, Hillary held several sales, marketing, and communications positions with companies including Nordstrom and Precept Wine Brands. These companies helped Hillary build a fundamental basis of exceptional customer service and always putting her clients first.
Hillary holds a BA in Communications from the University of Washington, and is currently working on her Project Management Professional Certification through online classes. Outside of work, Hillary enjoys skiing, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband, daughter, and Boxer.
Articles
E-rate Won’t Fund Your Entire Solution? Consider These Other Options
A comprehensive funding strategy is one of the most important elements of implementing a successful digital learning plan. E-rate will only fund certain technologies, and, as a discount program, it requires that schools and libraries provide matching funds for projects.
Successful schools and librar…
Cisco + E-rate Brings Digital Learning to Life
Socorro Independent School District in El Paso, Texas had a big challenge. They were looking to create an academy focused on specialized student learning, as well as creating a 1:1 learning network for their incoming freshman students. Despite being near the border of Mexico and serving a number of…
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