I have had the honor of working with Karen for a couple years now, with a focus on creating and driving innovative Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs and initiatives across Cisco CX organizations. Throughout this time, I have consistently observed her dedication to promoting a culture of inclusivity and equity, not only in her DEI role, but also in her day to day role as a CX people leader. Her commitment to seeking project completion from beginning to end, and the focus she puts on ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and that they feel valued regardless of their background, gender, ethnicity or orientation is key to her success. She is able to build genuine relationships across all levels of the organization and her leadership in different DEI initiatives, such as the EMEA Sponsorship Networking program we launched two years ago, has significantly impacted the way our teams collaborate and has truly fostered a more inclusive culture. Anyone would be lucky to have Karen on their team, as a peer, leader and friend.