By Jeremy Klaniecki,
Publication Date: 2026-01-27 13:00:00
I’ve stared death in the face.
That might seem like an odd way to begin a story about my career at Cisco, but the truth is, I’m super happy to be here — and even happier to be alive.
When people see me and say, “It’s so good to see you,” I now respond with, “It’s super good to be seen.”
I work within Workplace Resources (WPR) alongside some of the most creative, forward-thinking people. I manage a small team responsible for the Americas, and we get to build and deliver some of the most fun examples of modern day corporate real estate. It truly is an integration of technology, imagination, and operations, all wrapped up in a bow of paint, carpet, and sheetrock. Though, in my experience, the true value isn’t just in the design and innovation of the spaces; it’s in the people that fill them.
I was with my wife (my bestie of 28 years) when I heard the news, “You’ve got cancer.” After hearing those words, we cried endless tears, experienced moments of…
