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Proven record of successful selling, business development, executive level influence, negotiation ... chess and poker tournaments, catered lunches and happy hours, wellness programming, and more.

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Proven record of successful selling, business development, executive level influence, negotiation ... chess and poker tournaments, catered lunches and happy hours, wellness programming, and more.

Senior Account Executive

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $163K/yr

Duolingo is used by over 150 million users every month to learn a language, music, math, or chess ... We are seeking a Sr. Account Executive to scale our direct advertising business, Duolingo Ads. As a ...

Invest significantly in building and nurturing executive-level customer relationships with LiveRamp ... Are you able to anticipate multiple outcomes and plan for each scenario (Chess) * Resourcefulness

Invest significantly in building and nurturing executive-level customer relationships with LiveRamp ... Are you able to anticipate multiple outcomes and plan for each scenario (Chess) * Resourcefulness

Invest significantly in building and nurturing executive-level customer relationships with LiveRamp ... Are you able to anticipate multiple outcomes and plan for each scenario (Chess) * Resourcefulness

Account Executive

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$220K - $250K/yr

This is not just a job - it's a workout, a masterclass, a rocketship, and a game of chess all rolled into one. You'll be prospecting and closing high-value customers, but you'll also help shape how ...

Be Seen First

Sessions alternate between chess and strategy, leadership development, entrepreneurship, financial ... Chief Executive Officer. Core Skills Skills that a successful Education Specialist will have ...

Be Seen First

Sessions alternate between chess and strategy, leadership development, entrepreneurship, financial ... Executive Officer. Core Skills Skills that a successful Program Specialist will have include, but ...

Prepare executive reporting packages and manage lender communications. * M&A and Expansion: Build ... You aren't afraid of healthy debate and can decisively move the chess pieces forward. * Present ...

Invest significantly in building and nurturing executive-level customer relationships with LiveRamp ... Are you able to anticipate multiple outcomes and plan for each scenario (Chess) * Resourcefulness

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How much do executive chess jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chess in the United States is $64,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Executive Chess Coaches when working with diverse groups of learners?

Executive Chess Coaches often work with learners who have varying skill levels, learning styles, and motivations. A common challenge is adapting instructional strategies to meet each individual's needs while keeping the group engaged and progressing. Additionally, coaches may need to foster a positive, competitive environment that encourages growth and teamwork. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to provide constructive feedback tailored to each student's goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chess Executive, and why are they important?

To excel as a Chess Executive, you need a solid background in chess administration, event management, and organizational leadership, often enhanced by a degree in business or sports management. Familiarity with tournament management software, online chess platforms, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Outstanding communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement are vital soft skills for success in this role. These skills ensure effective promotion of chess, smooth event execution, and strong relationships with players, sponsors, and governing bodies.

What is the difference between Executive Chess vs Business Strategist?

AspectExecutive ChessBusiness Strategist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in leadership rolesBachelor's or master's degree in business, marketing, or related fields
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, strategic planning sessionsConsulting firms, corporate strategy departments
Employer & Industry UsageLarge corporations, executive teamsConsulting firms, corporate sectors, startups
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Executive Chess and Business Strategist both involve strategic planning and leadership, but Executive Chess emphasizes high-level decision-making in executive roles, while Business Strategist focuses on developing and implementing business strategies across various organizational levels.

What is an Executive Chess player?

An Executive Chess player is typically a professional or enthusiast who participates in chess at a high organizational or leadership level, such as managing chess events, leading chess organizations, or promoting the game in executive circles. This role often combines advanced chess skills with business acumen and leadership abilities. Executive Chess can also refer to specialized chess events or clubs for business executives, where strategic thinking and networking are emphasized. These individuals use chess both as a competitive activity and as a tool for personal and professional development.
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Infographic showing various Executive Chess job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Full Time, and 80% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,456 per year, or $31 per hour.
Strategic Account Executive

Strategic Account Executive

Pindrop

Remote

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Who We Are
Pindrop is the Real Human + Right Human® Identity Trust Platform for the AI era. As AI-driven fraud and deepfakes erode trust in digital communication, Pindrop delivers continuous identity verification and deepfake detection across voice, video, and digital interactions in real time.
Enterprises rely on Pindrop to secure billions of high-risk customer interactions each year, including top U.S. banks, as well as leading insurers and healthcare providers. Powered by models trained on more than 1.5 billion real-world interactions annually and protected by 300+ patents, Pindrop restores trust while reducing fraud, lowering operational costs, and improving customer experience.
Recognized by TIME as one of the Top 10 Most Influential Software Companies of 2026 and by Inc. for Best in Business for Innovation, Pindrop is backed by leading investors including Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, and CapitalG.
US (Remote)
What you'll do
  • Meeting or exceeding assigned sales quotas and objectives
  • Generate and grow new license revenue in assigned accounts and territory
  • Manage existing relationships and grow them
  • Utilize solution-selling and value-added, ROI-driven methodologies to sell enterprise fraud risk and authentication solutions
  • Develop and maintain sales plans and strategies to deliver annual sales targets
  • Formulating and executing strategic and tactical plans
  • Execute each sales activity in accordance with Pindrop's sales process which includes opportunity identification and qualification, solution proof of concept, development of business case and ROI, pricing and license development, negotiation, and contract signing process
  • Working with Pindrop sales engineers and analytical teams to oversee proof of concepts and construct results presentations
  • Disciplined and accurate forecasting and reporting of opportunities and all sales activities within Salesforce
  • Acquire and integrate industry and market knowledge related to the competitive landscape, emerging fraud risk trends, and technologies in order to successfully sell
  • Ability to present the full solution and conduct product demonstrations to customers

Who you are
  • You are a self-driven and motivated individual with a goal setting frame of mind
  • You are an exceptional communicator
  • You are resilient in the face of challenges, change, and ambiguity
  • You are optimistic and believe that you can make a problem into a solution
  • You are resourceful, excited to uncover innovative solutions and teach yourself something new when needed
  • You take accountability, do the things you say you'll do, under-promise and over-deliver
  • You are nimble and adaptable when priorities change and continue to see the "forest through the trees"

Your skill-set:
  • 8+ years experience in strategic sales
  • Proven record of successful selling, business development, executive level influence, negotiation, and exceptional communication and presence
  • Success closing license sales deals of 7 figures or more and experience with Complex contract managementExtensive experience in Account Management, growing existing business, and nurturing relationships Experience selling a complex product to executive buyers
  • Ability to qualify a prospects need and/or challenge that can be solved by implementing our product given their budget, timeline, and authority
  • Must be able to self-prospect to build qualified pipeline and also work collaboratively with a BDR
  • Strong acumen in technology and ability to articulate solution value proposition
  • Ability to manage multiple opportunities to meet deadlines, setting direction for and ensuring the success of all sales and customer interactions
  • Ability to work closely and cross functionally with engineering, marketing and product management as well as experience working with partners and alliances, and other internal stakeholders
  • Must possess the appropriate level of math and analytical skill required to construct a financial business case

This job will be live for 60 days.
What's in it for you:
As a Pindropper, you join a rapidly growing company making technology more human with the power of voice. You will work alongside some of the best and brightest. We're a passionate group committed to excellence - but that doesn't stop us from enjoying the journey as a team with chess and poker tournaments, catered lunches and happy hours, wellness programming, and more. Because we take our jobs seriously, we add time for rest with Unlimited PTO, Focus Thursday, and Company-wide Rest Days.
Within 30 Days:
  • Complete onboarding and attend New Employee Orientation sessions with other new Pindroppers
  • Review account list with your manager
  • Become familiar with Pindrop's key value propositions
  • Market Overview
  • Overview and familiarity with the Pindrop Sales Process

Within 60 Days:
  • Understand a Day in the Life of the Contact Center
  • Understand the high-level workings of Call Flows
  • Get to know your key contacts across multiple departments
  • Present the IVR pitch to your manager and team
  • Develop at least three new qualified leads

Within 90 Days:
  • Develop a forecast for 1H of 2025 and 2H of 2025.
  • Conduct solo intro meetings with Contact Center Week
  • Build a Business Plan for 2025
  • Identify new pipeline >= 3X your quota
  • Teach us something new
What we offer
As a part of Pindrop, you'll have a direct impact on our growing list of products and the future of security in the voice-driven economy. We hire great people and take care of them. Here's a snapshot of the benefits we offer:
  • Competitive compensation, including equity for all employees
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Generous health and welfare plans to choose from - including one employer-paid "employee-only" plan!
  • Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution
  • Affordable vision and dental plans for you and your family
  • Employer-provided life and disability coverage with additional supplemental options
  • Paid Parental Leave - Equal for all parents, including birth, adoptive & foster parents
    • One year of diaper delivery for your newest addition to the family! It's our way of welcoming new Pindroplets to the family!
  • Identity protection through Norton LifeLock
  • Recurring monthly Phone and Internet allowance
  • One Time home office allowance
  • Remote first environment - meaning you have flexibility in your day!
  • Company holidays
  • Annual professional development and learning benefit
  • Pick your own Apple MacBook Pro
  • Retirement plan with competitive 401(k) match
  • Wellness Program including Employee Assistance Program, 24/7 Telemedicine

This position will be posted for 45 days after 6/23/2026
#LI-remote
Please note that the base pay range is a general guideline only. Pindrop considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills, as well as market and business considerations, when extending an offer. This position is eligible for additional compensation in the form of commission payments.
US Base Pay Range
$140,000-$160,000 USD
Not sure if this is you?
We want a diverse, global team, with a broad range of experience and perspectives. If this job sounds great, but you're not sure if you qualify, apply anyway! We carefully consider every application and will either move forward with you, find another team that might be a better fit, keep in touch for future opportunities, or thank you for your time.
AI - A Transformative Force
At Pindrop, we view artificial intelligence as a transformative force that, when harnessed responsibly, can unlock unprecedented value for our customers, partners and society and enable and empower us to continue to deliver cutting-edge technology to combat fraud and unblur the lines between what it means to be human versus machine.
Pindrop may use AI tools to help prioritize job applications for human review. The AI tool may analyze your work experience and skills to assess fit for the role, but does not consider your name or contact details. Applications with the strongest match to job requirements are prioritized for human review; not all applications may be individually reviewed.
Pindrop is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Here at Pindrop, it is our mission to create and maintain a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, marital and/or veteran status.