AXEL PRIEUR

Senior Account Executive & Business Development Manager

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About

Axel is a results-driven sales leader with 8+ years of experience across SaaS, AI, and creative industries, including co-founding two startups. He excels in full-cycle sales, GTM strategy, pipeline growth, and C-level engagement, consistently closing high-value contracts with global brands. With a hunter mentality and consultative selling approach, he is passionate about leveraging technology to deepen brand-consumer relationships and drive measurable revenue impact.

Work Experience

Founder

Various Startup Projects

Jan 2025 - Present

Led the design, launch, and validation of early-stage SaaS projects in PropTech and consumer brand insights, focusing on product-market fit and customer engagement.

  • Developed and executed outbound Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies from scratch, engaging C-level decision-makers at retail and real estate brands to secure initial early-adopter deals.
  • Generated a qualified sales pipeline exceeding €200K and successfully closed early-stage deals, demonstrating strong ownership in new market penetration.
  • Expanded expertise in leveraging technology to significantly boost consumer engagement and community activation for leading brands.

Business Development Manager

Epic Games

Jan 2021 - Dec 2024

Spearheaded high-impact business development initiatives across Automotive, Retail, Fashion, Luxury, CPG, and Advertising sectors, driving significant revenue growth.

  • Generated a $1M Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) sales pipeline and closed $850K in deals with an average contract size of $30K, demonstrating strong performance in a Senior AE/BDM capacity.
  • Acquired over 100 new enterprise accounts, significantly expanding the adoption of Epic Games' software suite among industry leaders including Porsche, BMW, LVMH, Coca-Cola, and Carrefour.
  • Developed and executed outbound sales strategies that effectively engaged C-level executives at Fortune 500 companies, cultivating high-value, long-term relationships.
  • Managed complex end-to-end deal cycles, from tailored product demonstrations to contract negotiation, boosting enterprise acquisition and multi-year client retention.

Account Executive

IWD

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

Managed full-cycle sales for a SaaS company, driving lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals with key decision-makers.

  • Generated qualified leads and cultivated new business opportunities through strategic outbound sales and targeted market research initiatives.
  • Managed a robust sales pipeline of over 40 accounts, successfully negotiating and closing SaaS deals with C-level decision-makers.
  • Secured $350K in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) with an average deal size of $10K from major brands including Nespresso, La Mer, and Shiseido.
  • Delivered compelling product presentations using a consultative sales approach, effectively aligning solutions with client needs and driving adoption.

Account Executive

LE BOOK

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

Executed full-cycle sales for advertising and event sponsorships, managing pipeline and securing strategic partnerships.

  • Closed over 50 advertising and event sponsorship deals, generating revenues ranging from $5K to $50K per contract.
  • Successfully sold high-value exhibition stands and premium ad placements for exclusive networking events, connecting global brands with creative agencies.
  • Developed and managed a qualified sales pipeline, implementing automated CRM workflows that enhanced conversion rates and forecasting accuracy.
  • Negotiated and structured 10 strategic barter partnerships with key accounts, significantly maximizing client exposure and securing incremental revenue.

Education

Business Administration & Management

University of San Francisco

Aug 2013 - Jun 2017

Courses

  • Business Administration & Entrepreneurship

Languages

English , Français , Spanish

Skills

Sales Execution

  • Full-Cycle Sales
  • Outbound Prospecting
  • MEDDPICC Qualification

Go-To-Market & Strategy

  • Account Segmentation
  • Market Expansion
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Forecasting
  • Revenue Growth Strategy

Tools & Systems

  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Sales Automation Tools
  • Outreach

Communication & Leadership

  • C-Level Engagement
  • Cross-Functional Alignment
  • Deal Storytelling
  • Stakeholder Management

Interests

Entrepreneurship

Sports

Global Cultures & Markets