Jeetu Patel

Jeetu Patel is a technology executive and strategist known for leading large-scale transformations at major enterprise software companies. As a senior leader at Cisco, Patel has overseen the company’s collaboration, security, and applications strategy, guiding flagship platforms that serve hundreds of millions of users and shifting the portfolio toward cloud-native, artificial intelligence-powered experiences. Previously, he held executive roles at Box, including chief product officer and chief strategy officer, where he contributed to the company’s evolution from a file-sharing service to a comprehensive content management and workflow platform used by global enterprises.

Throughout his career, Patel has been associated with product innovation and the development of category-defining platforms. At Box, he directed the development and scaling of offerings such as "Box Platform," "Box Relay," and other advanced security and governance capabilities, establishing the company as a foundation for secure content collaboration in regulated industries. At Cisco, his responsibilities have included products like "Webex" and a broader applications and security ecosystem, where he has promoted simplified user experiences, end-to-end security, and the integration of artificial intelligence into workplace solutions.

Patel is a frequent public speaker, appearing at industry conferences, customer summits, and media interviews focused on the future of work, cloud collaboration, cybersecurity, and responsible artificial intelligence. He communicates complex technology and market trends in accessible terms, emphasizing the intersection of product strategy, user experience, and trust in digital transformation. His presentations engage a range of audiences, including developers, IT leaders, boards, and non-technical executives.

In addition to his operational roles, Patel has served as an advisor and board member to technology companies, supporting founders and leadership teams with product-market fit, go-to-market strategies, and platform ecosystems. He has navigated shifts from on-premise to cloud, from mobile-first to AI-first, and from standalone tools to integrated platforms, sharing insights on execution, culture, and organizational challenges. Patel’s experience at Box and Cisco positions him as a recognized voice on innovation, security, reliability, and user-centric design in modern software businesses.