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Karen is a globally recognized CMO and business leader. She has more than 30 years of…
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A Reflection on an Incredible Year.
A Reflection on an Incredible Year.
2018 has probably been one of the busiest – and the best – year of time as CMO of Cisco. Just as we ramp-down, before…
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The importance of Human Connection
The importance of Human Connection
I recently returned from a week of meetings and activities in Zurich, Switzerland. Since coming home and reflecting on…
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Embracing the Uncomfortable
Embracing the Uncomfortable
Just last week, I had the honor of receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Business Administration from my hometown…
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I have just returned home from my first trip to New York City. It’s safe to Say the city lives up to it’s huge reputation, from visiting Ross…
I have just returned home from my first trip to New York City. It’s safe to Say the city lives up to it’s huge reputation, from visiting Ross…
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❤️ An 88-year-old dad is reunited with his 53-year-old Down syndrome son after spending a week apart for the first time. What a unique bond and a…
❤️ An 88-year-old dad is reunited with his 53-year-old Down syndrome son after spending a week apart for the first time. What a unique bond and a…
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When Rob and I moved back to the Bay Area, he suggested we introduce ourselves by popping postcards in the mailboxes of a few nearby neighbors. Just…
When Rob and I moved back to the Bay Area, he suggested we introduce ourselves by popping postcards in the mailboxes of a few nearby neighbors. Just…
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Experience & Education
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Goldman Sachs
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Honors & Awards
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Cannes Lions Award (8 Awards including Grand Prix)
Cannes Lions
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Top 100 Women in Business
National Diversity Council
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Forbes Most Influential CMO's 2019 (#10)
Forbes Magazine
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Forbes Most Influential CMO's 2017 (#10)
Forbes Magazine
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The Most Innovative CMO's in the World
Business Insider
Organizations
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Association National Advertisers
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Salvation Army of Silicon Valley Advisory Board
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The first Linked In post I've read in a long time that is so universally relevant and important, it's worth engaging my kids on. Paulina Schwartz…
The first Linked In post I've read in a long time that is so universally relevant and important, it's worth engaging my kids on. Paulina Schwartz…
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TIME’s list of the 100 Most Influential People in global health is out. We are honored that OpenEvidence founder Daniel Nadler was selected.
TIME’s list of the 100 Most Influential People in global health is out. We are honored that OpenEvidence founder Daniel Nadler was selected.
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Today marked a big milestone: 5 years cancer free! My heart is overflowing with gratitude—for my wonderful family and friends, and especially for my…
Today marked a big milestone: 5 years cancer free! My heart is overflowing with gratitude—for my wonderful family and friends, and especially for my…
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📣 Today, I’m proud to share that we’ve raised $44M in Series B funding to scale our platform across the U.S., Australia, and beyond. When Sonia…
📣 Today, I’m proud to share that we’ve raised $44M in Series B funding to scale our platform across the U.S., Australia, and beyond. When Sonia…
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That's a wrap on over seven years at Cisco It has been an amazing journey, and I am filled with pride and gratitude for all the accomplishments and…
That's a wrap on over seven years at Cisco It has been an amazing journey, and I am filled with pride and gratitude for all the accomplishments and…
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To my former Cisco colleagues who may be impacted by the recently announced LR, I implore you to do a few things and take a few actions (if you on…
To my former Cisco colleagues who may be impacted by the recently announced LR, I implore you to do a few things and take a few actions (if you on…
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Whatever we do in life, do it with passion. However we live our lives is how we show up in the world. Make a difference. h/t @Enezator
Whatever we do in life, do it with passion. However we live our lives is how we show up in the world. Make a difference. h/t @Enezator
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Ever wondered what it takes to pull off an event as grand as the Olympic and Paralympic Games? Intel's Sarah Vickers joined the insight.tech…
Ever wondered what it takes to pull off an event as grand as the Olympic and Paralympic Games? Intel's Sarah Vickers joined the insight.tech…
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For me, being a billionaire is simply a sign of capitalism without guardrails. Before jumping on me for being a socialist, nothing could be further…
For me, being a billionaire is simply a sign of capitalism without guardrails. Before jumping on me for being a socialist, nothing could be further…
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Jon Sakoda, Stacey Wueste and Jéssica Leão you all did an incredible job facilitating a provocative dynamic conversation on where AI is headed across…
Jon Sakoda, Stacey Wueste and Jéssica Leão you all did an incredible job facilitating a provocative dynamic conversation on where AI is headed across…
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“At work and in life, the best we can do is plan for what we want to learn and contribute over the next year or two, and stay open to what might come…
“At work and in life, the best we can do is plan for what we want to learn and contribute over the next year or two, and stay open to what might come…
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