Inclusive Future

Tvaran: Scaling innovations for impact with Cisco and Villgro

Cisco and Villgro selected seven winning startups through Project Tvaran, an India-based startup accelerator program in its first year.

Taking an Innovative Approach to Recruiting and Retaining Black Leadership Talent

This post was written by Karla Samdahl, vice president and global head of executive talent acquisition and board integration at Cisco.

April 5, 2023

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

Let’s Just Go! How I Was Shaped by My Cuban-American Heritage

At age 12, Alvio Barrios left Cuba as a refugee on the Mariel Boatlift, a six-month period in April of 1980 allowing Cubans to emigrate to other countries. Alvio shares how his journey influenced his identity, leadership style, and belief in a life lived with a sense of adventure.

Sharing career opportunities and advice with the women of Bennett College

A recent Women at Cisco event at Bennett College demonstrated how entry-level digital and cybersecurity skills can enhance students' competitive edge, no matter their career choice. Cisco is dedicated to creating opportunity for non-technical students in the IT field as we support the strategic sustainability and legacy of HBCUs like Bennett College.