Aaron Veerasuntharam

As a Product Marketing Manager at Cisco Networking Academy, Aaron Veerasuntharam leads go-to-market efforts for emerging technology courses, including AI and sustainability. He focuses on increasing global adoption, enabling educators, and helping learners build the skills they need to thrive in the digital economy. Aaron is passionate about making complex technology understandable and accessible—especially for underrepresented communities. Before joining Networking Academy, Aaron worked in Cisco’s Chief Sustainability Office, where he supported carbon accounting efforts and contributed to the company’s avoided emissions strategy. Earlier in his career, Aaron was a growth marketer, educator, and social entrepreneur, with experience building programs that sit at the intersection of education, technology, and social impact. Aaron holds a BA from Wesleyan University and an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, where he taught graduate-level leadership and impact courses. Aaron also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees at Wesleyan, where he support the university’s efforts around access, equity, and long-term strategy.