Strategic Account Executive - Public Safety

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the country in which the role is being hired. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Mark43’s mission is to empower communities and their governments with new technologies that improve the safety and quality of life for all. We build powerful, scalable, and elegant software that sets a new standard for the tools upon which our first responders rely. Our users are diverse, and we are therefore committed to embracing diversity of thought and experience within our team. We are looking for a Strategic Account Executive to join our growing sales team and drive growth across the Northwest region. This role is ideal for a highly motivated, consultative seller who is passionate about helping public safety agencies modernize through technology. You will partner with law enforcement, emergency communications, and other government leaders to understand their challenges, build trusted relationships, and demonstrate how Mark43’s platform can help them better serve their communities. As a Strategic Account Executive, you will own the full sales cycle for your territory, from prospecting and pipeline development through contract negotiation and close. You will work cross-functionally with Business Development, Customer Success, Product, and Implementation teams to deliver a world-class experience for prospects and customers alike. What You'll Do If you were part of our team, here are some things you would have done last week: Met with public safety leaders across the Northwest region to better understand their operational challenges and strategic priorities. Led product demonstrations that connected Mark43’s platform capabilities to agency goals, procurement requirements, and long-term modernization initiatives. Developed and executed territory plans to identify new opportunities, expand relationships within existing accounts, and build a healthy pipeline. Collaborated with Business Development Representatives to prioritize outreach efforts and convert qualified opportunities into active sales pursuits. Traveled to regional conferences, association meetings, and customer sites to strengthen relationships and expand Mark43’s presence within the public safety community. Worked closely with internal stakeholders to develop proposals, respond to procurement requirements, and advance opportunities through the sales process. Maintained accurate opportunity data, account activity, and forecasting information within Salesforce. Evaluated sales processes, tools, and territory strategies to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. What You'll Need We’re looking for a sales professional with 5+ years of enterprise software sales experience, including experience managing complex, consultative sales cycles. Success in this role requires the ability to navigate multiple stakeholders, build executive-level relationships, and drive opportunities from initial engagement through contract execution. People who thrive on our team also tend to share the following characteristics: Humble, open, and curious. You ask thoughtful questions, actively seek feedback, and are committed to continuous learning. Customer-focused. You prioritize understanding customer needs and are passionate about solving meaningful problems. Resilient and self-motivated. You bring energy and persistence to building pipeline, overcoming obstacles, and achieving ambitious goals. Strategic and organized. You can manage multiple opportunities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail. Collaborative. You enjoy working across teams and recognize that successful outcomes are built through partnership. Additional qualifications: Experience selling enterprise SaaS solutions to government agencies, public sector organizations, or highly regulated industries preferred. Strong understanding of solution-based and value-based selling methodologies. Demonstrated track recor