Arun Shetty is the CTO & Senior Director of Solutions Engineering at Cisco for India & SAARC region. In this role, Arun leads a dynamic team that bridges the gap between sales and technical solutions, ensuring that customer needs are met with precision and innovation. Arun also spearheads the “Cisco For Startups” initiative in India, where he provides mentorship and collaborates closely with startups to plan, develop, and implement joint Go-To-Market strategies. With three decades of experience in the IT industry, Arun has a proven track record of leading global projects and driving transformation. His career includes significant roles at Cisco, Avaya, and Riverbed. Arun holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Mangalore University and a Master of Business Laws degree from the National Law School of India University (NLSUI), Bangalore.