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Maria Gorsuch-Kennedy

Director, Supply Chain Sustainability

Global Supplier Management (GSM)

Maria Gorsuch-Kennedy leads Cisco’s Supply Chain Sustainability efforts, which includes Supplier Code of Conduct, Responsible Minerals, Human Rights and Worker Well-Being, Circular Economy and Environmental Stewardship. Prior to this role, Maria led Supply Chain Social and Environmental Responsibility at Dell and managed the Conflict Minerals program and Supply Chain Sustainability communications at EMC.

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Sustainability 101: materials at the center of sustainability, human rights, and business resilience

3 min read

As demand for digital infrastructure grows, so does the importance of understanding where materials come from, how they are produced, and how that can affect both people and the environment.

March 15, 2024

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Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: From Policy To Practice

3 min read

Businesses have an important role to play, alongside civil society and governments, in addressing risks in supply chains, responding to new challenges, and navigating a shifting geopolitical landscape.

Finding purpose in improving supply chain worker well-being

2 min read

In honor of Human Rights Day, we reflect on Cisco's work to respect human rights in our supply chain.