Kara Sakuda Kharrat Joins Cisco as Vice President of CEO Communications

Cisco has appointed Kara Sakuda Kharrat as Vice President of CEO Communications, bringing an experienced corporate communications leader back to the technology sector.

Kara shared the move on LinkedIn, describing the transition as a return to the technology industry after spending much of her career in the sector. She thanked Steve Clayton and Chuck Robbins for the opportunity and said she looks forward to helping tell the stories behind Cisco's people, innovation and impact.

Bringing Cross-Industry Communications Experience

Before joining Cisco, Kara held senior communications leadership roles spanning technology and the automotive industry, including experience with HP and General Motors.

Her time at HP gave her experience navigating communications within a global technology organization, while her work at General Motors added exposure to communications in a large, globally recognized automotive business undergoing significant technological and organizational change.

That combination gives Kara a broad perspective on corporate storytelling, executive positioning and communicating transformation across complex global organizations.

Leading CEO Communications at Cisco

As Vice President of CEO Communications, Kara will support communications around Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins, helping shape and amplify the company's executive narrative across employees, customers, partners, media and other stakeholders.

Her role comes at a significant point for Cisco and the broader technology industry, with AI, cybersecurity, networking and digital infrastructure reshaping how enterprises operate and invest in technology.

Kara's experience across technology, corporate communications and executive leadership positions her to help communicate Cisco's strategy and the company's role in this evolving technology landscape.

Looking Ahead

Kara's appointment strengthens Cisco's executive communications capabilities as the company continues navigating a rapidly changing technology environment.

For Kara, the move represents a return to technology and an opportunity to work closely with Cisco's leadership team at a defining stage for the company and the industry.

About Cisco

Cisco is a global technology company providing networking, security, collaboration, observability and other infrastructure technologies that help organizations connect and operate securely. The company is also expanding its capabilities around AI and secure digital infrastructure as enterprises adopt new technologies.