Shift Happens - Episode 7: Make it Simple, Scalable & Sticky - with Brett Harrison
In this episode of Shift Happens, Jeff Edwards sits down with Brett Harrison, Director of Global Partner Go-To-Market Strategy for Collaboration at Cisco. From flying planes to driving partner success, Brett brings his strategic storytelling superpower to a packed conversation on the evolution of hybrid work, the AI-powered digital front door, and why interoperability is no longer optional.
They dig into:
• Market trends shaping collaboration and customer experience
• How AI is transforming contact centers and redefining brand interactions
• The power of Cisco’s 360 Partner Program and Partner Value Index
• Why “every customer is now a Cisco opportunity”
Whether you're a partner, customer, or Cisco team member—this episode delivers clear, actionable insights to help you grow your collaboration practice and elevate your brand.
👉 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to scale what sticks.
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Cisco Tech Stories - ep 25 - Ransom where ? PSIRT adventures
In this episode we interview Roberto Petrillo who works for Cisco Product Security Incident Response team. He works on and assesses vulnerabilities on all Cisco products. He tells us about his career in TAC support web security and his move to PSIRT, working on vulnerability disclosures.
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404 Script Not Found: Internet of Things
We're back talking tech this week, and class is in session. To start, we have a monumental moment where Kat promises she's made her final bit about Ian's age (unlikely) (1:10).
The meat of this episode is on the Internet of Things (IoT). Kat tries her absolute best to understand what IoT means (3:15), even though her prep for this episode may or may have started with a prompt to Cisco's AI tool of "can you explain IoT to me like I'm 5". BUT after 15 minutes of IoT bootcamp with Ian, she finally understands how Cisco solutions are working in real time AND the necessity of Ian updating his temperature of his home from the golf course (7:11)
If we've piqued your interest in Cisco' IoT Solutions, you can check them out here: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/small-business/index.html#tabs-a107e9a621-item-6caff3e5bb-tab
Oh! And now you can WATCH 404 on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@404ScriptNotFound
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Shift Happens - Episode 6 - AI and Security: The New Frontier
As cyber threats grow in complexity and AI continues to evolve, the security landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace. How can businesses and partners stay ahead of the curve?
In this episode, we are joined by Alison Stahl, Director of Partner Security Sales at Cisco, who provides a sharp, practical lens on the current and future state of security. She unpacks the critical intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, offering clear insights for navigating this new frontier.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the next wave of security challenges and opportunities.
In this episode, you will learn about:
• The most significant emerging trends in cybersecurity.
• Why simplification is a critical strategy for partner success.
• How Cisco's AI Defense is actively reshaping security strategies.
• Key security announcements from the recent Cisco LIVE event.
• The benefits and opportunities of the Cisco 360 partner program for security-focused partners.
This isn't just a conversation; it's a survival guide for the AI frontier. Don't get left behind.
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404 Script Not Found: Things That Shouldn't Bother Us
There's a lot covered in this episode, but we can't promise that ANY of it has to do with tech outside of a mention of a certain service provider.
Early on, Kat lays all of her superstitions (or stitions?) on the line, then Ian spends about 13 minutes of your time analyzing grocery store (technically a small business?) operations and logistics (and his recurring issues) Get this man in front of Publix's board!
Today we're here to yap, and we're so glad that you're here to listen - WE PROMISE to drop knowledge next week (Internet of Things...it's a doozy).
If you've made it this far and are actually looking for information on Cisco's solutions, you can check them out here: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/small-business/index.html#tabs-a107e9a621-item-6caff3e5bb-tab
Oh! And now you can WATCH 404 on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@404ScriptNotFound
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