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Account Executive - Strategic Network Accounts

Presence · New York, NY, USA · Remote ·

Pay:
$70,000-$110,000/yr
Job type:
Contract

Account Executive - Strategic Network Accounts

Remote, US
Overview

Presence is the leading provider of teletherapy solutions for children with diverse needs. Through our award-winning technology, Presence connects speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, occupational therapists, and mental health specialists to schools, districts, and organizations nationwide. Our growing network of 2,000+ clinicians has delivered over 7 million teletherapy sessions to K-12 students. We are a remote-first, distributed workforce of 200+ corporate employees, headquartered in New York. We place a high value on “cameras on” engagement, schedule coordination, and cross-functional communication to stay connected when working in different places. Travel to engage with school partners, clinicians, and colleagues is often required.

What will you do at Presence?

We seek high-energy, sales-driven professionals to secure new district partnerships while owning the retention, growth, and long-term success of an assigned portfolio of accounts. You will guide prospects from initial outreach through contract execution, lead stakeholders to Presence’s teletherapy and tele-evaluation solutions, and then transition into ongoing account management to deliver exceptional customer service and renewals. You’ll identify and execute opportunities to cross-sell and upsell additional services, expanding partnerships over time. Ideal candidates are results-oriented with outstanding customer-facing skills and a proven track record of selling into large, complex organizations and managing relationships from the ground up.
Primary Responsibilities

Hit your quota by delivering new bookings, renewals, and expansion revenue across your territory and assigned portfolio
Own and manage a portfolio of school district accounts to ensure satisfaction, retention, and growth through strategic partnership management and exceptional customer success
Drive new customer acquisition and expansion by identifying, targeting, and securing new district partners and stakeholders within existing districts through outbound prospecting, referrals, introductions, and inbound inquiries
Lead the full sales cycle (prospecting, qualifying, discovery
eeds assessment, consultative/value selling, presentations/demos, proposal development, pricing, objection handling, and contract execution)
Develop customized solutions based on district challenges related to special education and mental health service delivery, aligning Presence services to partner goals
Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for stakeholders, building strong relationships, setting regular touchpoints, and advocating internally to deliver value
Ensure effective onboarding and implementation for new and returning customers, partnering with key stakeholders to drive long-term success
Manage escalations and coordinate internal resources to resolve issues quickly and maintain a high-quality customer experience
Prepare and deliver strategic presentations and proposals to district leadership and other key decision-makers
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to deliver a seamless customer experience and strong outcomes
Maintain strong sales process and operational discipline, leveraging tools and reporting requirements
Maintain accurate records and forecasting in Salesforce, including activity tracking, pipeline stages, key decision-makers, deal progress, and revenue forecasts (weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual)
Monitor performance and account health metrics, including renewal rates, customer satisfaction, activity generation, pipeline health, new business acquisition, and revenue growth
Stay informed on K-12 trends, funding changes, and the competitive landscape to position Presence effectively
Travel for onsite visits and conference attendance as business dictates (estimated 30–50%, may vary by territory
eeds)
What are we looking for?

Proven Experience

3–5+ years of quota-carrying sales experience
K-12 experience required (minimum 1+ year), including experience selling into school districts/education systems and navigating multi-stakeholder buying cycles to close high-value contracts
Consistently hit or exceeded sales targets in prior roles.
Cross-functional leadership experience on customer-facing projects; able to coordinate internal teams to deliver outcomes
Track record of growing new and existing accounts, securing new business logos, renewals, driving upsells, and sustaining top-tier customer satisfaction
Proactive pipeline builder with a strong outbound mindset and the discipline to drive activity and results
Full ownership of KPIs, with structured daily/weekly/monthly territory planning and strong time management
Skilled negotiator who can confidently handle objections and close decisively
Ability to balance competing priorities and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment
Edtech experience is a plus, but not required
Relationship & Communication Skills

Trusted advisor to senior education leaders; polished presenter from first pitch through renewal
Exceptional written and verbal communication across email, calls, onsite meetings, and executive briefings
Sound judgment on when to escalate issues and engage internal resources to meet client needs
Mindset & Work Style

Self-starter who thrives in a remote, results-oriented environment
Curious, growth-oriented learner who masters our solutions, customer pain points, and value-based selling approach
Operationally strong and fluent with Salesforce (or similar CRM) and the modern sales tech stack
Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage includes Dental and Vision
Flexible PTO
11 Company Paid Holidays
Benefits Package: including 401K savings plan and access to an Employee Assistance Program
$500 home office stipend
Paid Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid parental and caregiving leave
Eligibility to apply for a Professional Development Scholarship
Inclusive Culture: We are intentional about creating a culture that is fun and inclusive.
This role is also eligible to participate in Presence’s equity plan, subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.
An employee’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions.
The base salary range is $70,000-$110,000 plus variable commission.
Where is this position located?

This position is remote and does require 35-50% travel within the US
The preference for candidates residing within the Eastern part of the U.S.
This position reports to the VP of Virtual Accounts
Presence is headquartered in New York City, with our clients located throughout the U.S
All employees commit to being available on-camera for our Core Working Hours, 12:00 pm-5:00 pm EST M-F
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