Full-Time

Account Executive

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Firstup

Firstup

201-500 employees

Enhances internal communications for organizations

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$80k - $150kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • 10+ years of strong sales performance delivering high-value SaaS solutions to complex business problems in large enterprises. Including selling to the C-suite at FTSE 500 companies.
  • Experience managing and demonstrating success in complex sales cycles in 6 or 7 figure deals.
  • Driven by success, having hustle, and a strong desire to win.
  • Team player who is collaborative, thoughtful, resourceful and must have a genuine curiosity to solve problems.
  • Ability to build trust with technical and business decision-makers including C-Level buyers to win in a competitive environment.
  • Strong organization skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-growth company environment.
  • Experience with MEDDPICC and Command of the Message is a plus.
  • Travel up to 40%.
Responsibilities
  • Drive new business to our ideal customer profile through value-based selling and clearly articulating our platform differentiation.
  • Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy in the assigned territory.
  • Lead the sales process from first meeting through close.
  • Orchestrate other roles into the sales process as appropriate – technical validation, solution consulting, professional services, etc.
  • Build business cases and other supporting materials to help support prospects in the buying cycle.
  • Stay up to date on the latest product enhancements and deliver demos for prospects.
  • Develop and manage a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities.
  • Utilize MEDDPICC and Command of the Message sales methodology to strategically prepare for calls, advance prospects in the sales process and accurately forecast revenue.
  • Keep all customer information, notes, and documents up to date in Salesforce.com and other relevant systems; and provide accurate and timely reports.

Firstup enhances internal communications within organizations through its Workforce Communication Platform. This platform allows businesses to effectively reach and engage with employees, regardless of their location. It offers features like message orchestration, campaign automation, and integration with other workplace tools, enabling companies to streamline their communications and target employees on the right channels and devices. Firstup differentiates itself by serving a significant portion of Fortune 100 companies and focusing on authentic employee engagement. The company's goal is to transform the digital employee experience and improve operational and strategic communications within organizations.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$126.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Surpassing $100 million in annual recurring revenue indicates strong financial health and growth potential.
  • The introduction of CommunicationAI showcases Firstup's commitment to innovation and addressing modern workplace challenges like burnout and fatigue.
  • Partnerships with recruitment firms and thought leadership initiatives enhance Firstup's brand reputation and industry influence.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of digital workplace solutions requires continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.
  • Reliance on large corporate clients may pose risks if economic downturns affect their spending on internal communication tools.

What makes Firstup unique

  • Firstup's focus on intelligent communication and AI-driven capabilities sets it apart from traditional internal communication platforms.
  • The company's strong presence in the Fortune 100 market underscores its reliability and effectiveness in large-scale corporate environments.
  • Recognition as a leader in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Intranet Packaged Solutions highlights its industry-leading position.

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