Rebecca Smith

Speaker Bio

Rebecca Smith is Senior Vice President, Global Marketing & Communications at Ciena. In this role, Rebecca leads the global articulation of Ciena’s value proposition and advances the company’s brand and thought‑leadership platforms with a strong focus on networking evolution in the AI era. She oversees integrated marketing strategies that drive meaningful engagement across key stakeholder groups, including customers, partners, and employees.

Rebecca’s team works closely with Ciena’s sales and product line management organizations to accelerate the company’s efforts to create more intelligent networks that meet users’ demands for high-speed connectivity services and application.

With over 25 years of industry experience, Rebecca has built her career in the high-tech industry with a focus on software and networking in the communications sector. Previously, she served as Ciena’s Vice President, Global Portfolio and Programs Marketing, where she was responsible for leading the company’s portfolio and vertical marketing strategies, as well as overseeing Ciena’s market and competitive intelligence teams.