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Kelly Jones
Chief People Officer
Cisco
Speaker Topics
- CEO and Board
- Future of Work
- Organizational Culture
- HR Technology Strategy and Management
- HR Function Strategy and Management
- Employee Experience
- CHRO Effectiveness
Speaker Bio
Kelly Jones is Chief People Officer at Cisco and leads the people strategies that empower 86,000+ employees to thrive. Kelly drives people-first solutions that help Cisco achieve its purpose to power an inclusive future for all. During her 18 years at Cisco, she's built award-winning teams that have made a measurable impact on business performance. She’s focused on attracting, engaging and retaining top talent and has advanced solutions that increase efficiency, improve quality, foster connection, and strengthen performance. Kelly serves on the board of HeadCount and acts as an executive sponsor of Cisco's Connected Disability Action Network (CDAN). She extends her influence internationally as Cisco's executive country sponsor for Finland. Kelly attended North Carolina State University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in pre-law. She lives in Denver, Colorado, with her husband, Dave, and rescue dog, Henri.
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Sessions
Tuesday, 07 October, 2025 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM BST
CHRO Circle Roundtable: How Can CHROs Cultivate Culture in an Efficiency and Tech-Driven World?
Ceree Eberly,
Emeritus Chair, Emeritus
Kelly Jones,
Chief People Officer, Cisco
Culture remains the cornerstone of organizational success, particularly in today's fast-evolving workplace, where technology and humanity intersect, and efficiency is at a premium. CHROs must navigate the delicate balance of fostering human connection while integrating technologies that are redefining the future of work. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to discuss strategies for building cultures of trust, transparency, and belonging, energizing employees to thrive in a world where human potential and technological innovation must go hand in hand.
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Tuesday, 07 October, 2025 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM BST
CHRO Circle Roundtable: Strengthening C-Suite and Board Bonds to Better Navigate Workforce Challenges
Kelly Jones,
Chief People Officer, Cisco
Jill Smart,
President, Emeritus
The ability to cultivate and leverage strong, trusting relationships with the C-suite and Board is a critical asset for top CHROs. In times of rapid change that impacts the workforce, these connections enable and empower CHROs to drive the necessary transformations to support their teams effectively and fuel success across the organization. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to discover how leading CHROs build, maintain and strategically leverage these vital relationships to navigate uncertainty, foster collaboration and ensure organizational success.
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Wednesday, 08 October, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BST
CHRO Perspectives: Delivering on the Strategic Promise of HR
Kelly Jones,
Chief People Officer, Cisco
HR functions face the difficult task of maintaining alignment to the business amid rapid changes in organizational strategy and priorities. Traditional frameworks for aligning HR with business objectives are failing to meet the pace and precision necessary for success today, as HR leaders not only need to diagnose gaps in alignment but proactively refine strategies to stay ahead of emerging challenges. Join the CHRO Global Leadership Board as they introduce a framework and set of tools designed to empower HR leaders to assess and enhance their function’s strategic focus, operational efficiency, and business impact. Discover actionable insights and best practices to fully establish HR as a proactive, agile, and indispensable strategic partner—ensuring long-term success and driving business value in an era of constant transformation.
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Wednesday, 08 October, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM BST
CHRO Circle Roundtable: How Can CHROs Embrace Digital Leadership in the Age of Emerging Technologies?
Kelly Jones,
Chief People Officer, Cisco
Jill Smart,
President, Emeritus
In an era defined by rapid advancements in technology, particularly artificial intelligence, CHROs are uniquely positioned to drive digital transformation while maintaining a human-centric approach. As technology reshapes the workplace, CHROs must partner with their cross-functional colleagues to foster digital fluency and ensure ethical tech adoption. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to explore how CHROs can lead with vision and agility, leveraging technology to drive productivity, innovation, and engagement while ensuring inclusivity and trust.
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