Sirisha is the People & Communities (HR) leader for Cisco India & SAARC. She works with senior leaders and their leadership teams to build integrated Talent and People Strategies across the region.

Over the last 20 years, Sirisha has worked with MNCs across diverse industries, such as Technology, Sales, Banking, Financial & ITES, and with business groups across geographies such as India, the Middle East, ANZ, and Japan.

Sirisha also mentors and works with startups through the Cisco for StartUps program. She leverages her experience to guide startup founders and organizations in exploring options regarding their practices and policies.

A champion for Diversity & Inclusion, Sirisha truly believes in the power of giving back to the community. As part of the Cisco India’s CSR board, she also works with social purpose organisations to create a positive impact in areas where it’s needed the most.