Employee Spotlight – Extreme Networks

Cherise Cross: Balancing Intellectual Property and Community at Extreme Networks

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Cherise Cross, Intellectual Property Paralegal at Extreme Networks, plays a pivotal role in managing intellectual property rights while supporting the legal team with precision and care. She thrives in the company’s close-knit, inclusive culture, finding meaningful connections through the Asian Pacific Islander (API) group that celebrates shared heritage and cultural interests. Outside of work, Cherise…

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Tim Oldman: Driving Growth and Inclusion at Extreme Networks

Tim Oldman, Inside Distribution Partner Account Manager at Extreme Networks, combines expertise in B2B connectivity with a passion for fostering partner growth. His daily responsibilities span webinars, face-to-face engagements, and diversity initiatives, including active participation in the Pride Alliance ERG. Committed to creating inclusive spaces, Oldman exemplifies Extreme’s dedication to diversity and equity. Inspired by…

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Jason Collins: Pioneering Diversity and Empowerment at Extreme Networks

Jason Collins, Senior Resident Engineer at Extreme Networks, exemplifies the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. As a leader in the Abilities Alliance Employee Resource Group, he advocates for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers, leveraging his 30-year IT networking career to inspire and empower others. Outside of work, Jason serves his community as a…

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Employee Spotlight - Extreme Networks
Jason Collins: Championing Diversity and Inclusion at Extreme Networks

Senior Resident Engineer Jason Collins embodies Extreme Networks commitment to inclusivity through his leadership in The Abilities Alliance, an Employee Resource Group supporting employees with disabilities and their caregivers. With over three decades in IT Networking, Collins advocates for diversity and helps colleagues achieve their career goals. Outside work, he serves his community as a…

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Spotlight on David Weal: Driving Sales, Enablement Excellence

David Weal, a key member of Extreme Networks Sales Enablement Team, bridges gaps between teams by facilitating partner pre-sales training and internal collaborations. Valuing Extreme’s team-oriented culture, he thrives in fostering customer-focused projects and shared goals. Beyond his role, David is a triathlon enthusiast and an avid Arsenal fan, reflecting his passion for fitness and…

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Just Thinking… About Applying Military Discipline and Decision-Making to Entrepreneurial Growth with Kris Groves
December 17, 2025

Career transitions rarely follow a straight line—especially for people coming out of the military. For many veterans, the challenge isn’t discipline or work ethic, but figuring out how deeply technical, high-stakes experience translates into civilian industries that speak a very different language. As more service members step into entrepreneurship, the real question becomes less about…

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Hiring Rewired: Human Intelligence in the AI-Driven Job Market
December 16, 2025

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape recruiting—from resume screening and job descriptions to candidate sourcing and interview workflows—the hiring process has become faster, more automated, and increasingly complex. According to the World Economic Forum, approximately 88% of companies now use some form of AI to filter or rank job applications, signaling how deeply embedded automation…

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Expanding Monitoring in Acute Care and Beyond
Expanding Monitoring in Acute Care and Beyond
December 16, 2025

As hospitals look beyond the ICU to improve outcomes across the entire continuum of care, a key question emerges: how do you expand patient monitoring without overwhelming clinicians with more alarms, more noise, and more work? This episode—part three of a five-part Health and Life Sciences at the Edge series exploring The Future of…

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Rob Paylor’s Mindset Masterclass After a Life-Changing Rugby Injury: Rise, Recover, and Redefine What’s Possible
December 16, 2025

Every year, an estimated 17,000 Americans suffer spinal cord injuries, many of which permanently alter the course of their lives.. For former collegiate rugby player Rob Paylor, a devastating injury left him paralyzed from the shoulders down. Doctors told him he would never walk or move his hands again. But instead of accepting that fate,…

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