Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Innovare
Job overview
The Growth Strategist at Innovare focuses on driving new partnerships with schools and districts to improve student outcomes through data-driven strategies.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading outbound outreach, building a sales pipeline, conducting discovery calls and demos, collaborating with internal teams to advance deals, and using data tools to track performance.
Experience and skills
Candidates should be passionate about education equity, strong communicators, organized, familiar with CRM and sales tools, with education or edtech experience preferred.
Career development
The position offers growth opportunities within a fast-growing team and the chance to work directly with school leaders on impactful projects.
Work environment and culture
Innovare values education equity and data-driven decision-making, offering a remote work environment with a preference for candidates near Chicago.
Company information
Innovare is focused on partnering with educational institutions to enhance student outcomes using data and technology.
Job location and travel
Remote position with preference for candidates located in or near Chicago.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines sales and strategy with a mission-driven focus on education equity and data impact.
Company overview
Innovare is a company focused on providing innovative solutions and consulting services primarily to educational institutions, school districts, and nonprofit organizations, helping them leverage data and technology to drive organizational improvement and impact. The company generates revenue through its proprietary software platform, professional services, and strategic partnerships, enabling clients to track outcomes, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions. Founded by leaders with backgrounds in education and technology, Innovare has built a reputation for supporting equity and measurable results in the education sector. Candidates should be aware of Innovare’s mission-driven culture and its emphasis on collaboration, social impact, and continuous learning. Understanding the company’s commitment to empowering mission-based organizations with actionable insights is key for prospective applicants.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in sales strategy, particularly in building partnerships and managing pipelines, aligning with Innovare's focus on driving new school and district partnerships.
Emphasize your familiarity with CRM and sales tools such as HubSpot, Gong, and Intercom, and showcase your ability to use data to improve sales performance and decision-making.
Apply through multiple platforms including Innovare's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you reach the hiring team through various channels.
Connect with current Innovare employees in sales or education divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Innovare initiatives in education equity or asking about their experience working with school leaders to open a dialogue.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'growth strategist,' 'sales pipeline,' 'CRM,' 'data-driven,' 'education equity,' and 'partnerships' to increase chances of passing automated screenings.
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