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Jeff Campbell

Senior Vice President & Chief Government Strategy Officer

Government Affairs and Public Policy

As Chief Government Strategy Officer, Jeff Campbell leads Cisco’s government relations worldwide. He manages a team that spans six continents and is charged with advancing issues that support Cisco’s robust corporate and technology policy agenda. This includes conferring with world leaders, important legislators, critical regulators, and industry stakeholders to shape public policies that foster innovation and emerging digital technologies, promote broadband adoption, and protect global competitiveness.

Passionate about bridging the “digital divide” and powering a more inclusive future, Jeff represents Cisco on the Board of Directors for the California Emerging Technologies Fund, which works to accelerate the deployment of broadband in unserved and underserved communities. He also sits on the Board of Directors for the Telecommunications Industry Association.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Yale University and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center.

Articles

December 4, 2024

HIGH TECH POLICY

Future-Ready: Equipping the EU Workforce for AI and Cybersecurity Success

2 min read

There is no denying that the digital capabilities of any country, business, or entity significantly impact its competitiveness on the world stage or in the global marketplace. Leveraging secure digital technologies allows organizations to improve efficiency and productivity, respond to market demands faster, and innovate effectively. However, without a skilled workforce—whether it’s basic IT skills […]

September 15, 2024

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

U.S. Tax Reform Can Fuel AI and Cybersecurity Innovation

3 min read

As the U.S. Congress thinks about the parameters of a 2025 tax package, several areas could significantly shape innovation in AI and cybersecurity and serve as a catalyst for beneficial technology breakthroughs.

May 28, 2024

HIGH TECH POLICY

Shared Responsibility: How We Can All Ensure Election Security and Voter Confidence

3 min read

In 2024, voters in more than 60 countries—representing 4 billion people—will cast ballots. Some of the elections are far-reaching—such as the upcoming European Parliament elections, which will span 27 countries from June 6 to 9. This year, for the first time, Cisco has teamed up with the European Parliament for their “Use Your Vote” campaign to […]

February 21, 2024

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

The AI Threat Landscape: Tech Companies and Governments Must Unite Behind Cybersecurity in 2024

5 min read

Tech companies and governments will join forces to develop advanced AI detection systems, ensuring a safer online environment.

September 11, 2023

HIGH TECH POLICY

Cisco Welcomes Nicole Isaac as Vice President of Global Public Policy

2 min read

Nicole Isaac joins Cisco's Government Affairs organization as Vice President of Global Public Policy. Leading a team of experts, Nicole will drive Cisco’s policy agenda to bolster ICT adoption around the world and enable Cisco’s purpose to power an inclusive future for all.

April 27, 2023

HIGH TECH POLICY

Chuck Robbins Appointed to U.S.-EU Talent for Growth Task Force 

1 min read

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo today appointed Cisco Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins to the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council’s Talent for Growth Task Force. The Task Force’s objective is to position the U.S. and European Union (EU) to build a well-trained workforce critical to maintaining transatlantic competitiveness in emerging and existing technologies. “A competitive […]

April 1, 2023

HIGH TECH POLICY

Cisco Participates in VP Harris’ Digital Coalition Roundtable in Africa

1 min read

Today, Cisco participated in U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’ Digital Coalition Roundtable in Lusaka, Zambia to meet with public and private sector leaders and explore pathways to advance digital inclusion and digital connectivity in Africa. “Deepening U.S.-Africa relations, bridging the digital divide on the continent, and empowering the people of Africa with digital skills for the […]

February 3, 2023

HIGH TECH POLICY

President Biden Announces Intent to Appoint Maria Martinez to National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee

1 min read

Maria Martinez, Cisco COO, looks forward to working with NSTAC members in advising the U.S. president on 21st-century solutions to enable a secure and digital future.

January 24, 2023

HIGH TECH POLICY

We Can’t Ignore the Digital Skills Shortage: Six Public Policies to Address This 21st-Century Crisis

3 min read

Businesses, governments, universities, nonprofits, and other organizations are entering a new era of connectivity and technology. Whether to boost productivity, improve public services, or help make cities more sustainable, this rapid adoption of technology is creating endless benefits. However, one challenge is threatening to stall the digital transformation of the future: the growing digital skills […]