Ryan Buddenhagen

Ryan Buddenhagen has extensive experience in customer success and account management, primarily in the education sector, with a focus on the EMEA region. At Udemy, from August 2016 to the present, Ryan held multiple roles, culminating in the position of Director of Commercial Customer Success, demonstrating a clear trajectory of advancement. Prior experience includes a tenure at WebiMax.com, where Ryan served as the San Francisco Lead and Senior Account Manager, and earlier roles in account management and internal marketing. Academic background includes a BA in International Communication from Marist College and an MA in Communication with a focus on International/Intercultural Communication from Illinois State University. Ryan's research has been published and includes comprehensive studies in intercultural relations and communication strategies in developing nations.