Community Partnership Manager (Account Exec)
Pear Suite, Kansas City, MO, United States
About Pear Suite
Pear Suite is a mission-driven healthcare technology company transforming how community-based care is delivered. Our platform empowers community health workers, doulas, and other frontline providers with tools to coordinate care, track outcomes, and improve health equity. We partner with organizations serving Medicaid and Medicare populations, delivering social and preventive care at scale.
Why Pear Suite? We’re a mission-driven team committed to health equity and innovation in community-based care. You’ll thrive here if you’re eager to take initiative, value autonomy, and enjoy building structure where none exists. Join us to build scalable, human-centered technology that empowers frontline workers and improves lives across the U.S.
About the role We are seeking a dynamic Account Executive (Community Partnerships Manager) to engage with community-based organizations, build authentic relationships, and guide organizations in understanding opportunities to partner with Pear Suite. This role combines community engagement with sales acumen to drive meaningful partnerships.
What Makes This Role Unique You’ll build a pipeline of accounts through genuine community involvement - participating in virtual collaborative meetings, health plan convenings, and community health worker gatherings. Your success will come from being a trusted presence in the communities where our customers work, primarily through virtual relationship building with strategic in-person engagement at key industry events.
What you’ll do Community Engagement & Relationship Building
Participate in virtual collaborative meetings, health plan events, and community health worker convenings
Build authentic, long‑term relationships with community‑based organizations, health systems, and health plans
Serve as Pear Suite's regional ambassador at industry conferences, local coalitions, and networking events
Develop deep understanding of regional health ecosystem, key players, and market dynamics
Business Development & Partnership Growth
Own the complete partnership cycle from relationship initiation through contract close
Conduct high‑value discovery conversations to identify pain points and solution fit
Lead Pear Suite product demonstrations and presentations tailored to specific community needs
Maintain and accurately forecast partnership pipeline using Hubspot
Market Development & Growth
Identify and prioritize target markets within assigned region
Develop territory‑specific go‑to‑market strategies
Collaborate with marketing team on regional events and content
Provide market intelligence and customer feedback to product and leadership teams
Build referral networks and partnership channels
Qualifications
2‑4 years experience in community health, public health, healthcare partnerships, or related field
2‑3 years business development, sales, or partnership experience
Demonstrated success building relationships with community‑based organizations, health plans, or health systems
Understanding of community health worker models, social determinants of health, and value‑based care
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional relationship building and communication skills
Comfort presenting to diverse audiences from grassroots community groups to health plan executives
Cultural competency and ability to work effectively across diverse communities
Strong business acumen and ability to identify revenue opportunities
Self‑motivated with ability to work independently in remote/virtual role
Proficiency with CRM systems (HubSpot experience preferred)
Willingness and ability to travel strategically (up to 30%)
Personal Qualities
Authentic passion for community health and health equity
Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort in a fast‑paced startup environment
High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
Results‑driven while maintaining community‑first approach
Resilience and adaptability in dynamic market conditions
Travel Expectations
Up to 30% travel
Mix of day trips and overnight travel for key conferences and strategic meetings
Company covers all travel expenses
Flexible scheduling around community events and family commitments
What we offer
The base compensation range for this position is $77,000 – $85,000. Based on experience and regional market factors.
Variable Compensation: Up to $60,000 annually (based on PearSuite's revenue goals)
Total Target Compensation: $145,000
A mission‑driven culture that values innovation, collaboration and growth
Fully Remote
Unlimited PTO
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health and Wellness Stipend
Tech Stipend
Co‑working Stipend
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Why Pear Suite? We’re a mission-driven team committed to health equity and innovation in community-based care. You’ll thrive here if you’re eager to take initiative, value autonomy, and enjoy building structure where none exists. Join us to build scalable, human-centered technology that empowers frontline workers and improves lives across the U.S.
About the role We are seeking a dynamic Account Executive (Community Partnerships Manager) to engage with community-based organizations, build authentic relationships, and guide organizations in understanding opportunities to partner with Pear Suite. This role combines community engagement with sales acumen to drive meaningful partnerships.
What Makes This Role Unique You’ll build a pipeline of accounts through genuine community involvement - participating in virtual collaborative meetings, health plan convenings, and community health worker gatherings. Your success will come from being a trusted presence in the communities where our customers work, primarily through virtual relationship building with strategic in-person engagement at key industry events.
What you’ll do Community Engagement & Relationship Building
Participate in virtual collaborative meetings, health plan events, and community health worker convenings
Build authentic, long‑term relationships with community‑based organizations, health systems, and health plans
Serve as Pear Suite's regional ambassador at industry conferences, local coalitions, and networking events
Develop deep understanding of regional health ecosystem, key players, and market dynamics
Business Development & Partnership Growth
Own the complete partnership cycle from relationship initiation through contract close
Conduct high‑value discovery conversations to identify pain points and solution fit
Lead Pear Suite product demonstrations and presentations tailored to specific community needs
Maintain and accurately forecast partnership pipeline using Hubspot
Market Development & Growth
Identify and prioritize target markets within assigned region
Develop territory‑specific go‑to‑market strategies
Collaborate with marketing team on regional events and content
Provide market intelligence and customer feedback to product and leadership teams
Build referral networks and partnership channels
Qualifications
2‑4 years experience in community health, public health, healthcare partnerships, or related field
2‑3 years business development, sales, or partnership experience
Demonstrated success building relationships with community‑based organizations, health plans, or health systems
Understanding of community health worker models, social determinants of health, and value‑based care
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional relationship building and communication skills
Comfort presenting to diverse audiences from grassroots community groups to health plan executives
Cultural competency and ability to work effectively across diverse communities
Strong business acumen and ability to identify revenue opportunities
Self‑motivated with ability to work independently in remote/virtual role
Proficiency with CRM systems (HubSpot experience preferred)
Willingness and ability to travel strategically (up to 30%)
Personal Qualities
Authentic passion for community health and health equity
Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort in a fast‑paced startup environment
High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
Results‑driven while maintaining community‑first approach
Resilience and adaptability in dynamic market conditions
Travel Expectations
Up to 30% travel
Mix of day trips and overnight travel for key conferences and strategic meetings
Company covers all travel expenses
Flexible scheduling around community events and family commitments
What we offer
The base compensation range for this position is $77,000 – $85,000. Based on experience and regional market factors.
Variable Compensation: Up to $60,000 annually (based on PearSuite's revenue goals)
Total Target Compensation: $145,000
A mission‑driven culture that values innovation, collaboration and growth
Fully Remote
Unlimited PTO
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health and Wellness Stipend
Tech Stipend
Co‑working Stipend
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