

Fran Katsoudas
Executive Vice President and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer at Cisco. Provides insights on people, technology, and how the workplace is changing.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 49min
Global Economy Won’t Feel Much Pain From Trump Agenda in 2025
Cristina Lindblad, Global Economics Editor, analyzes how Trump's presidency could reshape economic and foreign policies. Fran Katsoudas from Cisco discusses the company's strategic responses to changing U.S. government policies. Mark Gurman shares insights on Apple's innovative satellite connectivity for its smartwatch. Rob Thummel provides a deep dive into the evolving electric vehicle market landscape. Lastly, Melissa Otto evaluates the influence of tech stocks on the S&P 500's performance, especially highlighting NVIDIA's impact.
Feb 20, 2026 • 22min
#545: Master Networking & AI: Free Training INSIDE
Fran Katsoudas, a Cisco executive who leads global skills, education, and AI readiness programs. She describes 200+ free training courses and role-based learning paths. She discusses the Networking Academy’s scale, real-world impact in places like Africa, and why networking skills are resurging alongside AI. Practical advice on building careers and staying motivated rounds out the conversation.

Jun 10, 2025 • 40min
US, Mexico Near Deal to Cut Steel Duties and Cap Imports
Fran Katsoudas, Cisco's EVP and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer, discusses the evolving workplace dynamics and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the age of AI. Jeetu Patel, Cisco's President and Chief Product Officer, shares insights on how the company is addressing core tech challenges while innovating for the future. They delve into the critical need for AI infrastructure and explore how evolving job markets necessitate smarter recruitment strategies to attract top talent.


