Alex Allen

Biography

Alex Allen, Global Head of Inclusion and Engagement at Cisco, is a seasoned human capital strategist. He drives business transformation by designing initiatives that foster inclusive cultures and build trusting organizations. An award-winning leader, Alex has earned three North American Employee Engagement Awards, a Bronze Stevie, and recognition as a top 101 influencer by Inspiring Workplaces. Previously, he held HR leadership roles at companies including Under Armour, Nestlé, and GE. Alex holds MS and BS degrees in Human Resource Management from Wilmington University and completed the CHRO program at the Wharton School.

Sessions

1. Bridging the AI Divide: How Cisco Builds Trust through Responsible AI and Reverse Mentorship Presented by Cisco

   Wed, Nov 4, 10:10 AM – 10:30 AM CT

   Track Future of Work

   As AI reshapes the tech landscape, industry leaders are faced with two core challenges: governing powerful new technology and ensuring that the workforce is ready to use it inclusively. In this 20-minute session, we break down Cisco’s "Trustworthy AI by Design" approach. We will explore how our Responsible AI Framework establishes the necessary guardrails for transparency and fairness, and how our Cisco AI Mentorship Program (CAMP) uses reverse mentorship to bridge the gap between executive strategy and innovation. Join us to learn how to move beyond policy to build real, scalable, and trustworthy AI practices.