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Tae Yoo

No Longer with Cisco

Tae led the company’s social investments as well as championed environmental efforts and a triple bottom line framework (social, environmental, and financial) across the business. Ms. Yoo was one of Cisco’s early employees. Prior to Corporate Affairs, she was influential in creating new markets for Cisco by co-founding the Business Development organization. She also spent time based in Europe where she provided leadership to Cisco’s Global Distribution Channels, a critical component in the company’s growth. Throughout her tenure, Ms. Yoo’s insight and business acumen enabled Cisco to successfully collaborate across government, business, and NGOs for tangible, positive outcomes. Ms. Yoo holds a degree in Communications from Virginia Tech.

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June 16, 2020

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Building on our commitment to help the most vulnerable during the global pandemic

2 min read

Cisco has always supported nonprofits that help the most vulnerable members of our communities. Our COVID-19 response is no different, with over $50 million in contributions to nonprofit partners focused on helping those who are homeless, displaced or at risk, those experiencing hunger and food insecurity, as well as those on the front lines.

April 28, 2020

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The Internet is more critical than ever. Now is the time to close the digital divide.

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I’ve always believed that universal broadband internet access is a human right – just as important as food, shelter and water – that when fulfilled, enables individuals to help themselves succeed in the information economy. As the COVID-19 pandemic moves us deeper into a digital world, accessing education, establishing and maintaining a livelihood, and obtaining government and other critical services are being forced online.

January 15, 2020

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Modeling an inclusive digital future

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What does it mean to be digitally ready? Cisco’s 2019 Global Digital Readiness Index uncovers key insights and enables global problem solvers to drive an inclusive digital economy.

December 10, 2019

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Reflecting on 35 Years of Impact and What’s to Come

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When you hit a significant anniversary, you can’t help but to reflect on where you’ve been, appreciate the present, and look forward to where you’re heading. As Cisco celebrates its 35th anniversary, I find myself doing just that.

November 5, 2019

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Partners can join Cisco in supporting global problem solvers using tech for good

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We invite Cisco partners to join us in supporting entrepreneurs who are using technology to address our world’s problems. Learn more about Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge: Partners 2020.

Announcing the 2019 Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge Winners

3 min read

It is with much excitement that I introduce you to the winners of the 2019 Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge, including the People's Choice Award.

April 22, 2019

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Earth Day: What Makes Cisco a Sustainability Leader?

4 min read

In celebration of Earth Day, we spoke to three Cisco experts about how our teams and individuals are driving Cisco’s leadership in sustainability.

March 13, 2019

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Ruba Borno Joins the Forum of Young Global Leaders Class of 2019

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We proudly share that our own Ruba Borno, Vice President and General Manager of Cisco Managed Services, has been selected as one of the Young Global Leaders of 2019.

February 15, 2019

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Cisco is #2 on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies Ranking

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We are proud to be once again included on Barron’s second annual list of 100 Most Sustainable Companies, at #2.

December 12, 2018

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The Path You are Meant to Take

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Our 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, launched today, demonstrates how we're making the impossible possible.

September 29, 2018

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Shining a Spotlight on Young Leaders Who are Solving Global Problems

2 min read

Inspiring the next generation of global problem solvers, how Cisco is partnering with Global Citizen to recognize young leaders.

How Cisco Is Helping Tweens Become Tech-Savvy Global Problem Solvers

4 min read

Help us build a pathway for in-demand entrepreneurial and life skills, growing the impact that GPS: The Series participants can have now and hopefully for years to come.

June 25, 2018

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Introducing Global Problem Solvers: The Series

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We’re pleased to introduce Global Problem Solvers: The Series (GPS: The Series), a new Cisco corporate social responsibility (CSR) educational initiative.

May 21, 2018

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Announcing the 2018 Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge Winners

2 min read

In this second year of the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge, Cisco is proud to continue recognizing young entrepreneurs who are developing innovative, technology-based solutions and services that have the ability to change the world.

March 9, 2018

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An Inspiring Conversation with Global Problem Solvers

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Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Mary Elizabeth McCulloch and Elizabeth Nyeko, two socially minded young women who exemplify the mindset of a Global Problem Solver.

February 13, 2018

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Adaptive. Reliable. Secure. Even during a crisis.

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Working together in Puerto Rico, Cisco and NetHope restored networks that enabled emergency response teams and relief agencies to communicate and coordinate efforts in real time to start rebuilding communities.

January 22, 2018

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Cisco Named One of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights

3 min read

At Cisco, we are honored to be ranked among the 2018 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations, a validation of our commitment to corporate social responsibility, to positively impact society and the planet.

December 11, 2017

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Cisco’s FY17 CSR Report: Accelerating Global Problem Solving

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Our 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report is a testament to the progress we have made, and of course, to the work still left to do.