Carl De Groote
Industry Leadership
As Area VP for U.S. Federal at Cisco, Carl De Groote focuses on solving the most complex technology challenges facing federal agencies. Over the past year, Carl successfully implemented a new support software service for the DOD under the Joint Enterprise License Agreement (JELA) for Cisco Global Enterprise Modernization Software and Service (GEMMS), transforming how the department does business. Earlier this year, Carl participated in a fireside chat during FedScoop’s ITModTalks, where he shared insights on digital transformation. Carl was also named Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Person of the Year Advisor in 2021 and serves on the United Service Organizations board.
