Kelly Jones — CEO

As Cisco's Chief People Officer, I have the honor of leading People & Communities (P&C) organization and influencing our people strategies, functions, policies, and operations that empower over 90,000 employees to achieve extraordinary results and thrive. Our team crafts and implements people-first, data-driven strategies that align with Cisco's mission to Power an Inclusive Future for All. With 18 years at Cisco, I've built award-winning teams and solutions, from shaping graduate programs to influencing executive strategies. Grounding my leadership in empowerment, coupled with my passion for teaching and coaching, my efforts concentrate on attracting and retaining global top talent, boosting efficiency, and fostering workforce connection. I'm passionate about advocating for democracy and accessibility, serving on the board of HeadCount, a non-partisan organization leveraging music to register voters, and as the executive sponsor of Cisco's Connected Disability Action Network (CDAN). I'm also Cisco's executive sponsor for Finland. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in pre-law from North Carolina State University and live in Denver with my husband and rescue dog, Henri.

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Location: Denver, Colorado, United States

Experience: 30 yrs 3 mos