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Episode 128: The Next Generation of Wireless: New Wi-Fi 7 Solutions from Cisco Nov 22, 2024

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In this special launch episode of the Meraki Unboxed podcast, we explore the new Cisco Wi-Fi 7 access points and how they redefine connectivity for modern workspaces. Discover how AI-enhanced technology boosts IoT connectivity and strengthens security and resilience. Tune in for insights into the future of network connectivity.

Host

Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki

Guest

Ameya Ahir, Product Manager, Cisco Meraki Wireless

Read the announcement: https://investor.cisco.com/news/news-details/2024/Cisco-Introduces-Intelligent-Secure-and-Assured-Wi-Fi-7-to-Transform-Employee-and-Customer-Experiences/default.aspx

Watch Wi-Fi 7 LinkedIn Live with Jeetu Patel and Lawrence Huang: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7259283263284797442/comments/

Read the blog from Lawrence Huang: https://blogs.cisco.com/news/introducing-zero-friction-wireless-for-smarter-workplaces?dtid=osolie001456&utm_loc=au,glb&utm_lang=en

Explore our new Wi-Fi 7 solutions and see how they can transform your workplace: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/networking/wireless/index.html

Cisco Wireless 9176 Series Access Points Data Sheet: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/wireless-9176-series-acc-point-ds.html?dtid=osscdc000283

Cisco Wireless 9178 Series Access Points Data Sheet: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/wireless-9178-series-access-point-ds.html?dtid=osscdc000283

Episode 127: Securing the Future: Key Trends and Technologies for Cybersecurity Awareness Month Sep 27, 2024

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It’s almost October, which is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! In this special Cybersecurity Awareness Month episode of Meraki Unboxed, security experts discuss the evolution of cybersecurity, current trends, and key integration technologies. Tune in to learn about the importance of strong cybersecurity measures, the role of AI in threat mitigation, and best practices for lifecycle management.

Host

Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki

Guests

Chris Pacheco, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki

Chris Weber, Product Manager, Cisco Meraki

Check out the Meraki Security Hub to learn more about MX security and the power behind the platform: https://meraki.cisco.com/security-hub/

Want to hear more about cybersecurity? Tune into the Beers with Talos podcast, with new episodes every other Thursday. https://talosintelligence.com/podcasts/shows/beers_with_talos

Episode 126: Back-to-School With Lake Forest Academy Aug 29, 2024

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It’s back-to-school season. In this Meraki Unboxed podcast episode, we chat with Christopher Kozlov, Director of Information Technology at Lake Forest Academy. Tune in to hear how Cisco Meraki technology is transforming the technology on this college prep campus.

Host

Sammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki

Guest

Christopher Kozlov, Director of Information Technology, Lake Forest Academy

Try the Meraki dashboard now:

https://meraki.cisco.com/form/instant-demo/

Episode 125: Driving Growth: The Impact of Enterprise Agreements and Cisco Secure Connect Jul 31, 2024

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In this episode of Meraki Unboxed, we explore the role of Cisco Enterprise Agreements in driving growth. We also delve into the evolution and expansion of Cisco Secure Connect and our guest shares valuable leadership strategies, customer feedback, and future plans for success.

Host

Sammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki

Guest

Cliff Petersen, Sales Director, Software Acceleration and Secure Connect, Cisco Meraki

Learn more about Cisco Enterprise Agreement and Cisco Secure Connect:

Episode 124: Simplify 5G Fixed Wireless Access and Scale Secure Connectivity to More Places Jun 28, 2024

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Tune in to this Meraki Unboxed podcast and explore the power of the new Meraki MG52 and MG52E cellular gateways.

Learn how these devices, managed through the Cisco Networking Cloud, are revolutionizing branch connectivity for businesses. Experience always-on, 5G-connected experiences, connecting more people and places without compromising scale and performance.

Host

Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki

Guests

Pratik Desai, Product Marketing Manager, Cisco

Unni Ambat Rajagopalan, Technical Marketing Engineering, Cisco Meraki

See how businesses can scale faster and deliver richer customer experiences: https://meraki.cisco.com/products/wireless-wan/

Episode 123: Level Up Your Network Game: The Esports Revolution May 22, 2024

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Tune in to this episode and step into the fast-paced world of Esports with this Meraki Unboxed episode.

Hear from a Cisco Esports authority and a Meraki employee, alongside her Esports scholarship-winning son. Tune in to discover how the Meraki platform elevates gaming with revolutionary analytics and infrastructure—and see how the explosion of collegiate Esports is changing the industry.

Host

Sammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki

Guests

Neal Tilley, Sales Business Development Manager, Cisco

Melisa Alvarez -Gaytan, Virtual Sales Specialist, Cisco Meraki

Learn more, visit https://meraki.cisco.com/

Episode 122: Cisco’s Journey With OneTen for Inclusive Hiring May 01, 2024

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In this episode, we welcome Aleta Howell, Global Director, DEI Business & Recruiting Strategy at Cisco. Join us as we delve into Cisco’s collaboration with OneTen, a company that is disrupting traditional hiring practices to unlock career opportunities for diverse talent across the U.S.

Discover Cisco’s success with the program, strategies for inclusive hiring and integration, and ways to engage with the mission.

Host

Sammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki

Guest

Aleta Howell, Global Director, DEI Business & Recruiting Strategy, Cisco

Learn more about the OneTen program: https://oneten.org/

Episode 121: Staying Ahead of Challenges with the New Cisco Catalyst 9300-M Mar 20, 2024

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In this episode, we’re discussing the new Cisco Catalyst 9300-M switches. We’re joined by Kevin Regan, Director of Product Management, Cloud Networking and Security, at Cisco Meraki.

Join us and discover how new Catalyst features are empowering secure, sustainable, and high-performance connectivity.

Learn more about how Cisco Catalyst 9300-M switches deliver a flexible and secure end-to-end network at scale while managing it with ease and confidence:

Host

Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Meraki Product Management, Cisco

Guest

Kevin Regan, Director of Product Management, Cloud Networking and Security, Cisco Meraki

Episode 120: The New World of Networking With Brink Sanders and Jen Kirkpatrick Feb 28, 2024

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In this episode, we sit down with Brink Sanders, Vice President of Global Networking Experience Sales at Cisco and Jen Kirkpatrick, Vice President of Global Sales at Cisco Meraki, to dive into the world of networking.

Listen in as we learn all about Cisco Networking Experiences (NX). We discuss what NX is, how it merges the power of Cisco and Cisco Meraki, and our strategy to implement significant networking transformation. Our leaders also shed light on the challenges they’ve encountered along the way and learnings from change.

Learn more about our Networking Experiences platform, product and services, capabilities at:

Networking resources page: https://go2.cisco.com/NX_resources
Cisco Networking Insider webinars: https://go2.cisco.com/NX_webinars+demos

Episode 119: Revolutionizing the Retail Experience With Marketplace Partner Cloud4Wi Jan 17, 2024

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On this episode, we’re joined by Ivan Muccini, Vice President of Product at Cloud4Wi, a Meraki Marketplace ecosystem partner.

Tune in as we delve into Cloud4wi’s impact on the retail industry, the transformative power of data, and exciting developments on the horizon.

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Host

Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Meraki Product Management, Cisco

Guest

Ivan Muccini, Vice President of Product, Cloud4Wi

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