Cisco to open new office in Atlanta

Atlanta, Georgia – October 13, 2021 – In a meeting with state and local officials and members of Cisco’s executive leadership, Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that the U.S. multinational tech conglomerate and Fortune 100 company Cisco will invest up to 41 million dollars in the opening of a talent and collaboration center in the Coda building. in downtown Atlanta. The company plans to create up to 700 jobs in the metropolitan area with this major expansion project.

“Cisco is a leading member of our state’s business community, and it’s a pleasure to see them dramatically expand their presence in Georgia.” Governor Kemp said. “Cisco’s reinvestment in Peach State is a testament to the strong talent pool that our colleges and universities are producing here. Over the past two years, our capital has ranked number one in technology hubs by business facilities, and we continue to exceed the national average in attracting and training technological talent. I look forward to seeing the hundreds of opportunities that this talent center expansion and collaboration project creates for hardworking Georgians. ”

Cisco is a global leader in the technology that powers the Internet. The company currently employs over 1,000 Georgians across the state. Once the expansion is complete, Cisco will employ approximately 1,700 Georgians.

“At Cisco, our growth plans are guided by our goal of ensuring an inclusive future for all. It means creating a workforce that truly reflects the world we live in. said Cisco CFO Scott Herren. “Building on our deep roots in Georgia, we look forward to opening our doors and starting to hire and build this diverse talent pool, while providing salaries to support the family.”

Cisco’s new talent and collaboration center is slated to open in the summer of 2022. The company will hire in a variety of fields and skills, including engineering, customer experience and finance. Career opportunities will also be available for students or at the start of their careers, as well as for more experienced professionals. Those interested in opportunities with Cisco are encouraged to visit their website for more information.

“Atlanta’s skilled and diverse talent base and welcoming business environment make the city an ideal location for the growth of large global businesses,” Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said. “This significant investment from Cisco will provide good employment opportunities for residents while developing Atlanta’s technology sector.”

“Fulton County is thrilled that a branded company like Cisco is making such an important new investment in our community.” said Fulton County Commissioners Council Chairman Robb Pitts. “It reflects our world-class technology infrastructure in terms of talent and business clusters.

Director of Enterprise Solutions and Cyber ​​Security Kristi Brigman represented the Global Trade Division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) on this competitive project in partnership with Fulton County, Invest Atlanta, Metro Atlanta Chamber , University System of Georgia, Georgia Tech, and Georgia. Power.

“We are delighted to welcome Cisco to our neighborhood. Tech Square has grown into one of America’s most exciting innovation centers – a meeting point for big tech companies and a thriving ecosystem of startups – with talent and ideas emerging from Georgia Tech, one of the main research universities in the country ”, said Ángel Cabrera, president of Georgia Tech. “As a global leader, Cisco will not only benefit from this innovation environment, but will soon be a major contributor to it.

“Cisco’s significant investment in Georgia Tech campus expansion is good news highlighting the rapid growth of the technology sector in Metro Atlanta.” said Katie Kirkpatrick, President and CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “As a global technology leader, Cisco has recognized that an Atlanta site has a large pool of the nation’s most talented and diverse engineers, as well as a community of businesses based on knowledge of all sizes working together to develop the products of the future. ”

“As a major part of the fabric of our business community in Georgia for many years, it is exciting to see Cisco continue to create jobs that keep our best and brightest here at home.” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “With two of the country’s top public universities and two of the country’s top five HBCUs offering a wealth of quality higher education choices, Atlanta is a hotbed for diverse young talent. Many thanks to our partners in the metro area. for their instrumental work in helping the state win this project.

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