Cisco Appoints Ekta Singh-Bushell to Board of Directors

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Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has announced the appointment of Ekta Singh-Bushell to its board of directors, effective June 14, 2024. Singh-Bushell is a distinguished business leader who recently served as deputy to the first vice president and chief operating officer at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. She brings extensive experience in data, security, and services. Singh-Bushell's prior roles include approximately 17 years at Ernst & Young in various leadership positions, such as global client services partner and global information security officer. She also serves on the boards of ChargePoint Holdings, Huron Consulting Group, Lesaka Technologies, and TTEC Holdings. Singh-Bushell holds a Master's in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from UC Berkeley and a Bachelor's in Engineering from the University of Poona. Cisco's Chair and CEO, Chuck Robbins, expressed enthusiasm for her contributions to the board.

Positive

• Ekta Singh-Bushell's appointment adds significant expertise in data, security, and services to Cisco's board.
• Singh-Bushell's leadership experience at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York strengthens Cisco's strategic governance.
• Her background in global client services and information security from Ernst & Young is beneficial for Cisco's operational effectiveness.
• Singh-Bushell's existing board roles at other public companies provide her with a diverse perspective.

Negative

• No immediate financial impact or revenue increase from the appointment of Ekta Singh-Bushell.
• The news may not address any current operational challenges or financial issues Cisco faces.

News Summary:

• Cisco appoints Ekta Singh-Bushell to its board of directors effective June 14, 2024.
• Singh-Bushell, a highly accomplished business leader, most recently held the position of deputy to the first vice president, chief operating officer, Executive Office at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. 

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) today announced the appointment of Ekta Singh-Bushell to its board of directors effective June 14, 2024.

"I am thrilled to welcome Ekta to Cisco's board. Her experience in data, security, and services will add incredible value to Cisco and I'm looking forward to her many contributions," said Chuck Robbins, chair and CEO of Cisco.

Singh-Bushell most recently served as deputy to the first vice president, chief operating officer, Executive Office, for the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and previously spent approximately 17 years in various roles at professional services firm Ernst & Young, including global client services partner, global and Americas IT Effectiveness leader, U.S. innovation & digital strategy leader, and global information security officer.

Singh-Bushell currently serves on the public company boards of ChargePoint Holdings, Inc., Huron Consulting Group Inc., Lesaka Technologies, Inc., and TTEC Holdings, Inc. Singh-Bushell received her Master of Science in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and her Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Poona (now known as Savitribai Phule Pune University). She is a licensed certified public accountant.

For more information about Cisco's board of directors, visit here.

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FAQ

Who has Cisco appointed to its board of directors?

Cisco has appointed Ekta Singh-Bushell to its board of directors, effective June 14, 2024.

What experience does Ekta Singh-Bushell bring to Cisco?

Ekta Singh-Bushell brings extensive experience in data, security, and services from her roles at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and Ernst & Young.

What is the effective date of Ekta Singh-Bushell's appointment to Cisco's board?

Ekta Singh-Bushell's appointment to Cisco's board is effective June 14, 2024.

What positions did Ekta Singh-Bushell hold prior to joining Cisco's board?

Ekta Singh-Bushell was the deputy to the first vice president and chief operating officer at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and held various leadership roles at Ernst & Young.

What are Ekta Singh-Bushell's academic qualifications?

Ekta Singh-Bushell holds a Master's in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from UC Berkeley and a Bachelor's in Engineering from the University of Poona.