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Blog | Actian Life | September 4, 2019 | 1 min read

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By Pamela Fowler

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Getting Started with Actian

By Pamela Fowler

#Actionable Insights #Company Culture
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Pamela Fowler is SVP - Customer Success at Actian, overseeing worldwide support infrastructure. Pamela leads strategic direction and tactical execution for customer support and managed services, ensuring high customer satisfaction. She's a champion of 'voice of the customer,' aligning feedback with Actian's operational roadmap. Pamela's blog articles highlight customer advocacy, support best practices, and service innovation. Browse her posts to learn how robust support can elevate user experiences.
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