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HCMx Radio 58: HCM Excellence 17 Live Interview with Alex

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Alex Goryachev·March 29, 2017·1 min read

Guest: Alex Goryachev, Senior Director, Innovation Strategy and Programs, Cisco Corporate Strategic Innovation Group  

Host: Rachel Cooke, Chief Operating Officer, and HCM Principal Analyst, Brandon Hall Group  

About Alex Goryachev Alex began his Cisco journey in 2004 with a singular focus: Innovation. He defined and operationalized several high-profile Cisco initiatives, including the company’s Country Transformation plan for Cisco in emerging markets. He also held senior roles in Development, Marketing, Finance, and Channels, providing him a 360 view of how a great company ticks. Prior to Cisco, Alex was a successful consultant with extended assignments at Napster, Liquid Audio, IBM Global Services, and Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.  

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