Episode 131: Unveiling the New MS150 Switch and the Future of Cloud Management

Tune in to this Meraki Unboxed episode as we flip the script on cloud-managed switching. Discover the impact of the new Cisco Meraki MS150 access switch and its role in the Cisco portfolio—enabling exciting use cases with scalability and security. We’ll also discuss the latest developments in cloud-native IOS XE, the evolving capabilities of Catalyst 9000 Series Switches, and other trends and announcements on the horizon.Meraki MS150: https://meraki.cisco.com/product/switches/access-switches/ms150/  Cloud-Native IOS XE Documentation: https://documentation.meraki.com/MS/Cloud-Native_IOS_XE/Cloud-Native_IOS_XE_Overview  Switching Community: https://community.meraki.com/t5/Switching/bd-p/switchingHostTanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco MerakiGuestsNico Darrow, Senior Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco MerakiKorey Rebello, Leader of Product Management, Cisco

In our first podcast of 2025, we welcome George Bentinck, Vice President of Product Management – IoT and Edge Intelligence at Cisco Meraki. Join us in exploring George’s journey from engineer to product management, his career challenges and triumphs, and his leadership of the MV/MT product lines. Gain insights into the evolution of these technologies and get a sneak peek into what’s to come at Cisco Live EMEA.HostSammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco MerakiGuestGeorge Bentinck is Vice President of Product Management – IoT and Edge Intelligence at Cisco Meraki. He leads the strategic direction and growth of AI-enabled products, including MV smart cameras and MT smart sensors. Since joining Cisco through the 2012 Meraki acquisition, George has been instrumental in developing new product categories and expanding into new markets.    With a background in sales engineering at Avaya and Nortel, George holds a Bachelor's degree in Internet Engineering from the University of Exeter. He lives in San Francisco and enjoys designing sensor systems for optimizing race car performance in his spare time.Meraki Physical Security Solutions pageSmart Cameras Product page

The holiday season offers a wonderful opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and community giving. In this episode, we discover how Merakians are embodying these values through initiatives like Meraki Gives and the annual Movember fundraising event.HostSammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco MerakiGuestsRacha Tfaili, Strategic Sales Manager, Service Provider, Cisco Lorenzo Garcia-Garth, Solutions Engineering Leader, CiscoDonations through Racha's Movember Page:  https://us.movember.com/donate/details?memberId=15342078#amount For Information about the Movember Foundation and its mission: https://us.movember.com/?home

In this special launch episode of the Meraki Unboxed podcast, we explore the new Cisco Wi-Fi 7 access points and how they redefine connectivity for modern workspaces. Discover how AI-enhanced technology boosts IoT connectivity and strengthens security and resilience. Tune in for insights into the future of network connectivity.HostTanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco MerakiGuestAmeya Ahir, Product Manager, Cisco Meraki Wireless Read the announcement: https://investor.cisco.com/news/news-details/2024/Cisco-Introduces-Intelligent-Secure-and-Assured-Wi-Fi-7-to-Transform-Employee-and-Customer-Experiences/default.aspxWatch Wi-Fi 7 LinkedIn Live with Jeetu Patel and Lawrence Huang: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7259283263284797442/comments/Read the blog from Lawrence Huang: https://blogs.cisco.com/news/introducing-zero-friction-wireless-for-smarter-workplaces?dtid=osolie001456&utm_loc=au,glb&utm_lang=enExplore our new Wi-Fi 7 solutions and see how they can transform your workplace: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/networking/wireless/index.htmlCisco Wireless 9176 Series Access Points Data Sheet: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/wireless-9176-series-acc-point-ds.html?dtid=osscdc000283Cisco Wireless 9178 Series Access Points Data Sheet: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/wireless-9178-series-access-point-ds.html?dtid=osscdc000283

It’s almost October, which is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! In this special Cybersecurity Awareness Month episode of Meraki Unboxed, security experts discuss the evolution of cybersecurity, current trends, and key integration technologies. Tune in to learn about the importance of strong cybersecurity measures, the role of AI in threat mitigation, and best practices for lifecycle management. HostTanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki GuestsChris Pacheco, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki  Chris Weber, Product Manager, Cisco Meraki Check out the Meraki Security Hub to learn more about MX security and the power behind the platform: https://meraki.cisco.com/security-hub/ Want to hear more about cybersecurity? Tune into the Beers with Talos podcast, with new episodes every other Thursday. https://talosintelligence.com/podcasts/shows/beers_with_talos

It’s back-to-school season. In this Meraki Unboxed podcast episode, we chat with Christopher Kozlov, Director of Information Technology at Lake Forest Academy. Tune in to hear how Cisco Meraki technology is transforming the technology on this college prep campus. HostSammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki GuestChristopher Kozlov, Director of Information Technology, Lake Forest Academy Try the Meraki dashboard now: https://meraki.cisco.com/form/instant-demo/ 

In this episode of Meraki Unboxed, we explore the role of Cisco Enterprise Agreements in driving growth. We also delve into the evolution and expansion of Cisco Secure Connect and our guest shares valuable leadership strategies, customer feedback, and future plans for success.  HostSammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki  GuestCliff Petersen, Sales Director, Software Acceleration and Secure Connect, Cisco Meraki  Learn more about Cisco Enterprise Agreement and Cisco Secure Connect: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/buy/enterprise-agreement/index.html https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/plus-as-a-service/secure-connect.html 

Tune in to this Meraki Unboxed podcast and explore the power of the new Meraki MG52 and MG52E cellular gateways. Learn how these devices, managed through the Cisco Networking Cloud, are revolutionizing branch connectivity for businesses. Experience always-on, 5G-connected experiences, connecting more people and places without compromising scale and performance.  HostTanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Cisco Meraki GuestsPratik Desai, Product Marketing Manager, Cisco  Unni Ambat Rajagopalan, Technical Marketing Engineering, Cisco Meraki See how businesses can scale faster and deliver richer customer experiences: https://meraki.cisco.com/products/wireless-wan/ 

In this episode, we welcome Aleta Howell, Global Director, DEI Business & Recruiting Strategy at Cisco. Join us as we delve into Cisco’s collaboration with OneTen, a company that is disrupting traditional hiring practices to unlock career opportunities for diverse talent across the U.S. Discover Cisco’s success with the program, strategies for inclusive hiring and integration, and ways to engage with the mission.  HostSammy Brenner, Virtual Sales Leader, Cisco Meraki GuestAleta Howell, Global Director, DEI Business & Recruiting Strategy, Cisco Learn more about the OneTen program: https://oneten.org/ 

In this episode, we’re discussing the new Cisco Catalyst 9300-M switches. We’re joined by Kevin Regan, Director of Product Management, Cloud Networking and Security, at Cisco Meraki.Join us and discover how new Catalyst features are empowering secure, sustainable, and high-performance connectivity.  Learn more about how Cisco Catalyst 9300-M switches deliver a flexible and secure end-to-end network at scale while managing it with ease and confidence:Read the blog: https://meraki.cisco.com/blog/2024/02/is-your-network-infrastructure-ready-for-more-iot-devices/ Cisco Catalyst 9300-M datasheet: https://documentation.meraki.com/MS/MS_Overview_and_Specifications/Catalyst_9300-M_datasheet?_gl=1*10irezq*_ga*MTQxMDg0MTIyNC4xNzA0NzI3NTEx*_ga_KP8QEFW4ML*MTcwOTIyNDc2NC4zOC4xLjE3MDkyMjQ4MzIuNTIuMC4w Host Tanner Yehlik, Technical Marketing Engineer, Meraki Product Management, Cisco Guest Kevin Regan, Director of Product Management, Cloud Networking and Security, Cisco Meraki