Alyson Richens
About Alyson Richens
Alyson Richens is a Customer Success Manager at Canonical, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in German Language and Literature from the University of Oxford and has extensive experience in business development roles within the company.
Work at Canonical
Alyson Richens has been employed at Canonical since 2018, initially serving as a Business Development Representative for two years. In 2019, she advanced to the role of Senior Business Development Representative, focusing on the DACH region for one year. Since 2020, she has held the position of Customer Success Manager. Her work at Canonical is characterized by collaboration with colleagues globally, and she participates in in-person sprints at least twice a year.
Education and Expertise
Alyson Richens has a strong academic background in German studies. She earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in German Studies from King's College London, studying from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where she participated in an Erasmus program in Germanistik from 2014 to 2015. In 2017, she completed her Master's degree in German Language and Literature at the University of Oxford.
Background
Alyson Richens has a diverse professional background, primarily within Canonical. Her career began in 2018 as a Business Development Representative, where she gained foundational experience. She then progressed to a Senior Business Development Representative role, focusing on the DACH market. Her current role as Customer Success Manager has been in place since 2020, reflecting her growth within the company.
Professional Values
Alyson Richens values intelligence and continuous learning in her professional life. She works in a remote-first international company, which allows her to collaborate with colleagues from various locations. This environment supports her commitment to personal and professional development.