Partnering for Purpose

Cisco’s Partner Innovation Challenge Returns Bigger Than Ever

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by Admin

Each year, Cisco’s Partner Innovation Challenge reminds me of something simple but powerful: our partners aren’t just building solutions — they’re building what’s next. Today, I’m proud to launch the 8th Annual Global Partner Innovation Challenge — and it’s our biggest, boldest year yet. With nearly $1 million in prizes, this year’s challenge reflects the exponential pace of innovation we’ve seen across the Cisco ecosystem over the past 12 months. Last year’s winners showed us…

Level Up: Creating Tech Employment Opportunities in Brazil and Beyond

Posted on May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 by Admin

This blog was written by Luciana Depieri, Chief People & Administrative Officer at Logicalis Latam. My home country, Brazil, is a dynamic and vibrant nation. However, not everyone has access to the same employment opportunities. Like Cisco, the company I work for, Logicalis, is committed to creating a better world for the communities we serve, and we believe in the value of Cisco’s purpose to “Power an Inclusive Future for…

Ripple Effect of Kindness: Building Bonds, Boosting Business Through Giving

Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 by Admin

Katie Ferguson, Cisco Canada’s SMB Leader This post was authored by Katie Ferguson, leader of Cisco Canada’s Small and Medium-Sized Business (SMB) organization. She is responsible for—and passionate about—helping Canadian SMB organizations unlock digital excellence to power their purpose. Maya Angelou once said, “I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” The Canadian SMB team and some of our partners recently experienced this quote first-hand. In June 2024,…

Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders: A Day of Giving Back with Cisco Black Belt Academy

Posted on November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 by Admin

The future belongs to today’s youth, and there’s no better investment than supporting their growth and potential. At a recent school giveback event in Gurugram, India, Cisco, in partnership with Capgemini, had the privilege of meeting 700 students who are eager to shape their futures. Through mentorship and thought-provoking activities, we aimed to encourage them to envision a brighter tomorrow and provide them with the tools to succeed. A Global Model, Local Impact The event…