Favorite Parts Of Working In The Tech Industry As A Supplier Manager At Cisco
Christina enjoys the dynamic nature of the tech industry, stating that "being on the forefront of what's going on" with advancements like AI is exciting. The significant global impact of supply chain work, connecting "every single person in the world," and contributing to Cisco's mission of bringing connectivity globally are also key sources of professional satisfaction.
Technology, Supply Chain Management, Global Impact, Problem-Solving, Leadership
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Christina Marone
Supplier Manager
Cisco Systems Inc - San Jose, CA
Michigan State University
Arizona State University
Industrial, Supply Chain Management
Technology
Operations and Project Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Being at the forefront of technological advancements, particularly in AI, and influencing company strategies to leverage them.
2. The broad impact of supply chain management on people globally, enriching lives through connectivity.
3. Contributing to Cisco's mission of bringing connectivity to worldwide locations
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
That's a great question. I started my career with an internship in the oil and gas industry. I had a great experience with the company I was at.
When I transitioned to tech, I really liked being on the forefront of what's happening. It feels like we're going through another dot-com boom with AI, and I want to be a part of that. I'm excited about seeing how I can influence my company to take advantage of these advancements.
This also ties back to why I love supply chain. The scope is significant enough that it impacts every single person in the world. That's what initially drew me to companies like Intel.
I remember reading Intel's vision at the time: to connect and enrich the lives of every person on Earth. I thought that was very cool, as many company visions focus on making money for stockholders. It's something that has a wide-scale impact and ties into everyone's day.
Cisco specifically helps bring connectivity to places around the world. I get a lot of satisfaction knowing I have at least a small part in doing that.