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Jonathan Cook

Nashville,TN

Summary

Results-driven Account Executive with a proven track record of consistently exceeding quota, managing deal sizes ranging from $50K to $200K ARR. A former collegiate athlete who thrives in high-performance, competitive environments and brings a relentless drive to close the next deal. Skilled in full-cycle SAAS sales, building strong client relationships, and navigating complex sales processes to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Polly
San Francisco, California
03.2023 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with clients to ensure profitable outcomes for the company.
  • Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
  • Managed full sales cycle for mid-market accounts ranging from $50K to $200K in annual revenue, consistently exceeding quota through strategic outreach, consultative selling, and tailored value propositions.
  • Negotiated complex deals involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Created customized sales plans tailored to the needs of each account.
  • Facilitated contract negotiations between customers and senior management.
  • Identified new business opportunities through market research and analysis.

Sales Team Leader

Leadvision
Charlotte, NC
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Hired, onboarded, and trained new sales representatives, building a high-performing team focused on consultative selling and pipeline efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented sales scripts and talk tracks to improve consistency and effectiveness across outreach, resulting in higher conversion rates.
  • Acted as a strategic partner in late-stage deals, assisting team members in negotiations, objection handling, and closing high-value opportunities.
  • Managed personal pipeline while leading the team, consistently meeting or exceeding individual and team sales targets.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and performance feedback, contributing to faster ramp times and increased quota attainment across the team.
  • Collaborated with leadership to refine sales processes and reporting, improving forecasting accuracy and team accountability.

Outside Sales Representative

KR Solar
Charlotte , NC
04.2021 - 09.2022
  • Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients through regular in-person visits, leading to increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Consistently achieved or exceeded monthly and quarterly sales targets by identifying customer needs and presenting tailored solutions.
  • Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to educate clients on features and benefits, helping to accelerate deal closure.
  • Managed territory sales pipeline and forecasted revenue to ensure accurate and timely reporting to management.
  • Collaborated with internal teams including marketing and customer service to ensure seamless customer experience and support.
  • Negotiated pricing and contract terms to maximize profitability while meeting customer expectations.
  • Utilized CRM systems to track sales activities, customer interactions, and follow-up tasks, improving overall sales efficiency.

Head of Baseball Operations

Xcel Fitness
Arden, NC
05.2019 - 09.2020

In charge of scheduling and maintaining all baseball operations including:

  • Creating and keeping new customers
  • Planned and executed development of website page focused on bringing new clients and emphasizing advantages of using Xcel Fitness
  • Establish culture of Xcel Baseball cohesive with companies ethics and expectations
  • Used creative thinking to target specific needs to individual customers

Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
Greenwood , SC
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Helped average of 400customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products.
  • Won store sales competition for selling the most TJ Maxx credit cards for the months of November and December.
  • Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.

Pressure Washer

Appalachian Pressure Washing
Arden, NC
05.2017 - 10.2017
  • Drove vehicles to and from workshops or customers' workplaces or homes 30 times per month.
  • Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or by use of pressure washing equipment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color to promote visually appealing environment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Communications

Pitt Community College
Greenville, NC
05.2016

BBA - Communications

Lander University
Greenwood, SC

Skills

  • Consistently exceeded quota in full-cycle SaaS sales, with average deal sizes ranging from $50K to $200K ARR
  • Skilled in prospecting, qualifying, and closing mid-market to enterprise-level deals
  • Proficient in managing long and short sales cycles across multiple stakeholders
  • Expertise in CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot) for pipeline management and forecasting accuracy
  • Strong negotiation and contract management abilities, leading to high close-won rates
  • Experience running tailored product demos and solution-based selling to align with client pain points
  • Proven ability to build and nurture executive-level relationships within target accounts
  • Data-driven approach to sales strategy, leveraging metrics to optimize outreach and conversion
  • Collaborates cross-functionally with marketing, product, and customer success to drive revenue growth
  • Comfortable operating in fast-paced, competitive environments with a strong focus on quota attainment

Accomplishments and Activities

  • Driven $400,000+ in ARR
  • Maintained a diverse portfolio of 100 Clients
  • 5 year college baseball player for Lander University and Pitt Community College
  • Promoted at every job post-graduation
  • Voted Team Captain by my high school teammates

Timeline

Account Executive

Polly
03.2023 - Current

Sales Team Leader

Leadvision
09.2021 - 03.2023

Outside Sales Representative

KR Solar
04.2021 - 09.2022

Head of Baseball Operations

Xcel Fitness
05.2019 - 09.2020

Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
09.2018 - 05.2019

Pressure Washer

Appalachian Pressure Washing
05.2017 - 10.2017

Associate of Arts - Communications

Pitt Community College

BBA - Communications

Lander University