inclusion

In 2017, our CEO Chuck Robbins joined with over 500 other corporate leaders in signing the global CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ Pledge – a commitment to take action on creating more diverse and inclusive companies. Today, Cisco is again joining with these companies to recognize De…

You never know who you’re going to meet, or what reminders are out there for you with each new day. While attending this year’s GSX (Cisco’s annual sales conference) in Las Vegas, I stepped into a hotel elevator and met an elderly woman. We shared a smile, and she followed it up with a question – “A…

I count myself as fortunate. I am supported by an amazing family and friends, a fantastic team, and a company that understands that being yourself allows you to bring your best to work. At Cisco, it isn’t just policy or a marketing pitch to “be you, with us” – it is our culture, and that culture is…

  “Cisco will be a critical voice advocating for fairness and equality – we’re committed to driving long-term solutions that build fairness into policies, practices, and laws that break down barriers. We must protect and advocate for the equality of transgender, intersex, and gender-expan…

We all face challenges in life, and some of those challenges – from caring for our families to an illness or loss in the family – take us away from work. It’s understandable as we need to dedicate time to healing and bonding, and I feel very lucky that Cisco supports its employees through these tran…

Most corporations talk about gender diversity and it remains just that — talk. Why? Mainly because this key aspect of organizational design is treated as an afterthought, more of a box to be checked to satisfy HR as opposed to being part of a competitive talent strategy. Cisco is different, an…

Everyone needs a safe space. A place where they feel they can be their true selves, with no masks or limitations. What’s yours? Where’s the place you go to for a sigh of relief – one filled with calm and freedom? For many, this place is home – where your loved ones surround you. For others, it’s al…

While I’m out on maternity leave, I’m excited to highlight the varied viewpoints of some of the amazing people that make up CHILL. I’m proud to work with this diverse and talented team. They hail from around the globe, and bring a rich set of experiences, skills, and passions to bear on everything t…

Last week I was fortunate to attend the Simmons Leadership Conference in Boston. In its 39th year, Simmons is considered the premiere professional development event for women. Each year thousands of women, and a small contingent of men, gather together to learn, share, and exchange ideas. The theme…