Shawn Carrigan

Shawn Carrigan (She/Her) is a visionary business development manager with a sterling 30-year career. Recognized as a 2024 CRN Women of The Channel, Shawn has been celebrated for her strategic acumen and her profound influence in the tech industry. Within Cisco's Global Partner and Route to Market Sales, she leads Ecosystem Co-Sell strategies, bridging the gap between partnerships and customer outcomes success, enhancing the profitability for Cisco and its partners. Before her current role, Shawn held several senior positions within Cisco's Collaboration Technology Group and Americas Partner Organization. There, she was instrumental in revolutionizing digital strategies and go-to-market models alongside top-tier independent software vendors, digital solution integrators, independent hardware vendors, and value-added resellers. When the laptops close and the conference calls end, Shawn is deeply involved in the Corpus Christi community, volunteering with organizations like The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, The Division of Sea Turtle Recovery, 100 Women of the Coastal Bend and serving as a Texas Master Naturalist, all while enjoying coastal living with her husband and dog Gizmo. Whether fishing, camping, reading a good book or relishing sunrise beach walks, Shawn strives for a balance between professional dedication and personal enrichment, hoping to power an inclusive future for all.