Account Executive

What you will do #LI-Hybrid

As an Account Executive for Independent Hotels, you will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue by selling Lighthouse’s Indy product suite to independent hotels. Your role involves managing outbound sales activities, understanding customer needs, negotiating contracts, and successfully closing deals to achieve sales targets. This position requires a proactive and strategic approach to expand Lighthouse’s presence in the independent hotel market. The ideal candidate will be based in Denver, Colorado with the ability to work a hybrid schedule (2-3 times per week in office).

Where you will have impact

Your impact will be directly tied to revenue growth and client acquisition within the independent hotel market. You will be a key player in expanding Lighthouse’s market presence in the US by identifying new opportunities, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring customer success and satisfaction.

• Actively seek and develop new business opportunities within the independent hotel market.
• Manage outbound sales activities for an assigned portfolio of independent hotels.
• Sell the Lighthouse Indy product suite, including Pricing Manager, Channel Manager, Reservation Manager, and Booking Engine.
• Identify customer needs and challenges, providing tailored solutions to drive adoption of Lighthouse products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with independent hotel clients.
• Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize revenue.
• Integrate generative AI tools to streamline lead generation, personalize outreach at scale, and enhance the speed and quality of client communications
• Collaborate with the SDR team to identify and develop opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to generate leads and expand Lighthouse’s presence in the market.
• Keep thorough and accurate records and log all sales activities in our CRM system 
• Develop and execute business development plans to achieve sales targets and optimize sales strategies.
• Provide client feedback to the Product Development team to enhance product offerings.

About our team

Join our dynamic Revenue team of over 150 sales professionals globally, represented in 24 countries, who are passionate about driving revenue and expanding our market share in the hospitality industry. As a large department with various roles, our team offers many opportunities for growth and career development. Our team works closely with customers, (including hotels, chains, STR and more) to help them achieve their revenue goals. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals, learn from experienced leaders, and contribute to the success of our organisation.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible time off: Autonomy to manage your work-life balance. 
• 401k matching: Up to 4%.
• Health insurance: Two Blue Cross Blue Shield plans with 99% company contribution to the base plan and 75% for dependents and spouses, plus $25/month to HSA.
• Vision and Dental Insurance: Dental Buy-up plan option, 50% company contributions to premiums for both employees, dependents and spouses for both.
• Employee Assistance Program: 100% confidential and free.
• Employer paid Short Term Disability + $50,000 Life Insurance 
• Parental leave: 12 weeks of company paid primary caregiver leave, 3 weeks of company paid secondary caregiver leave, $1,500 new parent bonus, and 4 week flexible return to work plan.
• Wellbeing support: Subsidized ClassPass subscription.
• Referral bonus: Earn rewards for bringing in new talent.

Who you are

• 2+ years quota carrying sales experience, preferably in hospitality or SaaS
• Ability to manage a high velocity sales cycle 
• Track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Strong understanding of independent hotel operations and their technology needs.
• Exceptional command of the English language
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in CRM tools such as Salesforce and Sales Engagement tools such as Groove
• You are tech-savvy and comfortable integrating AI-driven workflows into daily routines to enhance personal productivity and stay ahead of industry trends
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

In addition to benefits and other Lighthouse total rewards, the annual base salary for this role is $60,000.00 - $66,500.00 USD ($99,000-$104,000 OTE). We benchmark our salary ranges for new hires in relation to the role, level, and role location; however, we consider a multitude of factors, to include relevant experience, skills, and education/training, to determine compensation within the identified range.