Amy Guimond, Ph.D.

Dr. Amy Guimond is a visionary leader in business insights and data science, currently serving as the Head of Cisco Networking Academy Business Insights. She excels at transforming strategic insights into meaningful social impact, aligning with Cisco's mission to empower communities through technology. Her role involves spearheading metrics and reporting, focusing on customer listening, developing robust theoretical and measurement frameworks, and showcasing the transformative impact of the Networking Academy. Prior to her role at Cisco, Dr. Guimond developed her expertise at Arizona State University, teaching courses in the social sciences and conducting research on education for underserved populations. Her impactful research, funded by organizations like the U.S. Department of Education and the National Institute of Mental Health, highlights her dedication to advancing education and technology. Notably, she served as an external evaluator for the U.S. Department of Education's "First in the World" initiative, collaborating with education researchers to assess innovative project-based learning strategies aimed at improving educational access for low-income students. Her advocacy for education and technology is further evidenced by her numerous peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals. Passionate about using technology to foster inclusive education and drive social innovation, Dr. Guimond embodies the spirit of Cisco's Networking Academy by building digital skills and expanding access to quality education.