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Jun 2024
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2942: Cisco - How Customer Experience Ca...

NEIL C. HUGHES
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In this episode, we sit down with Harry Caldwell, the dynamic leader of the CX Americas organization at Cisco. Recorded live at Cisco Live, this conversation uncovers the human side of technology and explores how a focus on customer experience (CX) can drive innovation and business success.

Harry Caldwell shares his journey from his early days in North Carolina, through a 23-year tenure at Microsoft, to his current role at Cisco, where he leads a team of 4,400 professionals across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. His passion for enabling people to do their best work shines through as he talks about his leadership philosophy and the importance of deep collaboration in achieving business outcomes.

We'll delve into the vibrant atmosphere of Cisco Live, where Harry describes the event as a melting pot of innovation, technology, and people from around the world. With 20,000 attendees, the diversity of voices and ideas is a highlight, providing a fertile ground for networking and learning best practices.

Harry emphasizes the critical role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within Cisco's culture. He discusses how the DEI council within the CX Americas organization ensures these values are integral to their operations, leading to a more inclusive and innovative work environment.

We also explore the significance of the Customer Hero Awards, which celebrate customers who are pushing the boundaries of their industries through innovative use of Cisco technologies. Harry shares inspiring stories from this year's winners, such as Lowe's, which transformed its customer service operations using AI and Cisco's Webex Contact Center, and Mass General Brigham, which leverages AI to advance healthcare research and patient care.

This episode underscores the powerful intersection of technology and humanity, demonstrating how Cisco's collaborative approach and cutting-edge solutions are helping customers achieve remarkable transformations. Harry's insights highlight the importance of aligning technology with human intelligence to drive real-world outcomes.

What role do you think customer experience plays in driving innovation in your industry? Share your thoughts with us!

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