Full-Time

Account Executive

GenomeWeb

Posted on 9/11/2026

Crain Communication

Crain Communication

1,001-5,000 employees

B2B media publisher with data products

Compensation Overview

$90k - $110k/yr

+ Commission + Uncapped commission potential + Bonus opportunities

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

California, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Hybrid

Remote work is limited to eligible states; employees within reasonable commuting distance of a Crain office are expected on-site 3 days per week.

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
CRM

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Requirements
  • At least 5–7 years of experience in media sales, business-to-business sales, or life sciences or healthcare-related sales.
  • A proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue goals.
  • A strong understanding of digital advertising, content marketing, and event sponsorships.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • The ability to manage complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience with customer relationship management systems for forecasting and pipeline management.
Responsibilities
  • Meet and exceed individual revenue targets across the GenomeWeb portfolio, including digital, events, and custom programs.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of new and existing business.
  • Develop strategic relationships with life science and healthcare marketers, agencies, and key industry stakeholders.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding client goals and aligning them with GenomeWeb solutions.
  • Prospect and secure new accounts within the life sciences and healthcare sector, including clinical and research laboratories, lab equipment manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, technology companies, and consulting firms.
  • Identify emerging categories and market opportunities.
  • Create customized, multi-platform marketing proposals.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated campaigns.
  • Stay informed on industry trends and leverage insights for sales positioning.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management in the customer relationship management system.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience selling into life sciences, healthcare, or regulated industries.
  • A background in healthcare media, marketing, or software as a service.
  • Existing relationships within healthcare marketing or agency networks.
  • Experience with consultative or solution-based selling approaches.

Crain Communications is a privately held media company that publishes a mix of trade and consumer outlets, offers data products, and hosts industry events. Revenue comes from subscriptions, advertising, and event ticket sales. Its brands include Automotive News, Ad Age, and Crain's Chicago Business, serving professionals in automotive, advertising, and local business sectors. The company competes with other business-focused media firms for readers and ad dollars in a crowded market. Crain Communications aims to deliver business news, analysis, and data to help professionals stay informed and make better decisions, while monetizing through subscriptions, advertising, and events.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1916

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kevin Demorest became CFO in February 2025, signaling financial reset and tighter discipline.
  • Automotive News Congress expands in September 2026, reinforcing premium event revenue.
  • Crain still hires in 2026, suggesting selective investment despite workforce declines.

What critics are saying

  • November 2025 layoffs cut at least 25 staffers across editorial, sales, and operations.
  • Ad Age, Automotive News, and city business desks all lost staff, signaling margin pressure.
  • If subscription and event revenues soften, Crain's niche-media model weakens fast.

What makes Crain Communication unique

  • Automotive News remains the industry's leading gathering, with 500+ decision-makers in Detroit.
  • Crain's portfolio spans Automotive News, Ad Age, Modern Healthcare, and local business dailies.
  • Crain monetizes through events, subscriptions, and niche audiences that generic publishers cannot replicate.

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