Richard Barone

Senior Account Executive | AI-First GTM Strategist | Top Producer | Trusted Advisor | Helping companies scale by turning outbound conversations into multi-stakeholder wins

New York City Metropolitan Area

About

Top-producing consultative Account Executive with a consistent record of exceeding quota as both an individual contributor and sales team leader. Proven ability to drive new business and expand markets, particularly in high-growth software and startup environments. Expert at uncovering overlooked customer needs, aligning tailored solutions with business objectives, and delivering exceptional value to complex global enterprises. A problem-solver with high integrity, emotional intelligence (EQ), and a passion for storytelling and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with senior decision makers, including C-level executives. Skilled in stakeholder management and advancing opportunities to close complex software sales. Known for a technical and analytical approach, building strong executive relationships, and demonstrating unique value. Experience thriving in fast-paced environments where grit, self-reliance, and collaboration are essential to success. Cross-Functional Collaboration | New Business Development | Solution Selling Mastery | C-Suite Influence & Negotiation | Consultative Sales | Account-Based Marketing Strategies | New Logo Acquisition | Stakeholder Mapping | Territory Management & Expansion | Team Mentoring & Leadership | C-Suite Influence & Negotiation | Proactive Pursuit | Executive-Level Presentation & Storytelling | Sales Planning & Forecasting | Rapid Value Articulation | Contract Negotiations | Inside Enterprise Sales | B2B Social Proof | SaaS | Cloud | MEDDICC | Winning by Design | Challenger | Hunter | SaaS | Greenfield Territory Management | Diagnostic Business Development | Stakeholder Management | AI | Cross Functional Collaboration | Active Listening | Grit | Objection Handling | Clari | Ironclad | Gong | Conflict Mitigation | Process Optimization | Public Speaking | Stakeholder Management | Innovative Thinking | Adaptability | 996 | Bias for action [email protected] 516-971-8142

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