Ari Winkleman

Ari Winkleman is a seasoned professional in product management and strategy, currently serving as Senior Director of Product Management at Cisco since July 2021, where leadership is focused on AI initiatives in collaboration. Previously, Winkleman held the role of Director of Product Management at Cisco, overseeing collaboration strategies in education and developing key partnerships. Winkleman founded Involvio, a student engagement platform acquired by Cisco, which utilized AI to support student success. Early career experience includes marketing roles at Mirrorball and Sony Music Entertainment, working with various high-profile brands and artists. Winkleman holds a BS in Business Administration with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Marketing from Drexel University.