Senior Account Executive Midwest

Overview

Mogl (formerly Ventura Growth) is hiring a high-performing Senior Account Executive based in the Midwest region — ideally in Detroit, Chicago or Minneapolis.

We are looking for a strategic, self-motivated sales leader with deep experience in buy-side programmatic advertising (DSP) and a strong network of agency and client-direct relationships. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment, has a proven ability to grow business in the Midwest market, and brings an entrepreneurial approach to prospecting and client engagement. As the first sales hire focused on this region, you will take the lead in expanding an already growing book of business and play a key role in shaping our presence in the Midwest market.

Position location:

Midwest region (preferred: Detroit, Chicago or Minneapolis).

• Become a go-to expert on The Trade Desk platform, sharing valuable insights and guiding clients through best practices during the prospecting process.
• Build and nurture a portfolio of new client accounts—both agency and brand direct—ensuring exceptional satisfaction and strong partnerships at every touchpoint.
• Lead engaging discovery meetings and product demos (with support from our Trading team), maintaining clear, impactful communication throughout.
• Act as a key liaison between business development and internal teams, ensuring smooth collaboration and delivering outstanding client success.
• Secure new partners via MSA contracts and work closely with Account Management and Trading teams for seamless onboarding and growth.
• Develop and execute strategies in partnership with the Client Services team to drive meaningful client growth.
• Maintain an organized pipeline, accurately forecasting revenue using Mogl’s internal platforms.
• Stay active in your region’s digital advertising scene, attending events, visiting clients, and participating in client trainings and Mogl events. Travel 1-2x per month, including overnight travel.

• You have a minimum of 5-8 years of digital media and/or platform sales experience, preferably at a DSP company such as Basis, Simpli.fi, or Stack Adapt — direct experience with The Trade Desk platform is preferred.
• You have demonstrated the ability to create and implement programmatic strategies for clients and have excellent relationships with independent agencies and direct clients across your geography.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills, paired with the ability to negotiate and confidently close deals.
• You excel across the entire sales process (email, outreach, networking, cold calls, discovery calls and presentations, etc.).
• You’re well-versed in using Salesforce, email sequencing tools (Smartlead.ai is a bonus), and Linked In Navigator to streamline your efforts and maximize results.
• You have strong quantitative and negotiation skills.
• You are excited by the dynamic, fast-paced startup environment and eager to directly impact our growth and success.

As one of the fastest growing companies in North America, Mogl redefines the mid-market advertising technology ecosystem. We are a values- and culture-driven company with a mission to delight every stakeholder at every touch point. We seek high-performance, high-character individuals who align with our values and ambition to build and implement next-generation solutions as leaders in the advertising and marketing technology industry.

Midwest role note: This role is open to candidates located in the Midwest region. The information below is provided for those hired in the Midwest Region.

• The estimated pay range is a base salary of $100,000-$140,000 with a commission package to be discussed before the official offer.
• The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.
• All roles are eligible for the following benefits and perks:
• Health Care Insurance
• Company stipends for specific perks – Health & Wellness, Education, Home Office, etc.
• Flexible time off – at least three weeks a year
• Paid parental leave
• Flex Time between Christmas and New Year’s…