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    DEVELOPING: Cook Out as BMC Channel Chief

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    BMC confirmed the departure of long-time channel chief Lori Cook, but offered few other details.

    Lori Cook, the long-time channel chief at BMC Software, has left the Houston, Texas-based company.  

    BMC confirmed Cook’s departure, but had no details on the circumstances. Calls to Cook for comment were not returned.

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    Cook has served as vice president of worldwide channels and professional services for more than three years. Previously, she held several channel and sales positions at IBM. She has more than a quarter-century experience in the channel and IT industry.

    Recognized as one of the most powerful women and influential executives in the channel, Cook is credited with revamping the BMC channel program. Under her direction, she opened advance training and certification to partners. She was also criticized for her stringent performance expectations and for downsizing channel ranks.





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