Account Executive (EdTech Division)

About this role

Cordance is dedicated to accelerating the growth of vertically focused business-to-business (B2B) software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies through acquisition and long-term tactical and financial guidance. We’re experienced operators and subject-matter experts with a passion for software and building businesses. We partner with founders to help them scale their businesses and realize their companies’ full potential.

We look for businesses with strong leadership and high potential for profitable growth, and work together to increase year-over-year revenue, company efficiency, and impact. Cordance envisions that all companies we work with achieve their full potential. We embrace what makes each company great and build on those foundations. We believe in elevating a company as it scales, delivering dignity to the organization and its employees, and sharing a passion for building a legacy.

Location: Remote (US-based candidates only)

Cordance is a software company that acquires and accelerates the growth of vertically-focused, B2B SaaS companies by investing in their products, processes, and people – for the long-term. Our community of experienced operators and subject-matter experts provide go-to-market leadership, operational excellence, and financial rigor to help acquired companies realize their full potential.

Position Overview

Cordance is seeking a driven Account Executive specializing in EdTech to accelerate new business acquisition across our education-focused portfolio companies. You will engage K–12 districts, higher education institutions, credentialing bodies, and academic programs of all sizes from small schools to large, complex university systems.

This role is ideal for a consultative seller with experience navigating academic decision-making committees, multi-layered procurement processes, and diverse stakeholder groups. You will own the entire sales cycle with a strong emphasis on value-based discovery, ROI articulation, and stakeholder alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and convert new logo opportunities in K–12, Higher Ed, and Continuing Education.

• Build prospecting strategies using market insight into SIS platforms, academic workflow…