Founding Market Lead, Illinois
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Own and grow the Illinois territory by identifying priority districts, shaping a focused territory strategy, and leading district partnerships end-to-end from outbound conversations to closing long-term agreements. Generate pipeline through strategic outreach, networking, and conferences while engaging district leaders in meaningful discussions about math challenges. Hire, onboard, and develop a high-performing regional team including account executives and math success managers, setting the bar for performance and culture from day one. Refine the go-to-market motion by identifying patterns, improving messaging, and building the playbook for scaling partnerships across new regions. Represent Innovamat locally at conferences and district meetings to build credibility and brand presence. Based in Chicago with ~50% travel, this role offers OTE of $170K and uncapped earning potential.
Required Qualifications
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Experience in fast-paced environments
- Founder mentality
- Operator mindset
- Closing ability
- Team builder
- Resilience
- Relationship intelligence
- Learning mindset
- Based in Chicago
- Willing to travel ~50%
Desired Qualifications
- You've helped launch or scale something from 0→1
- You take ownership beyond your job description
- You naturally improve systems, strategy, and execution
- You're curious about education, learning science, and systemic change
- You thrive in high-impact, high-responsibility environments
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