AE — Account Executive
Definition: Runs demos, handles objections, closes deals. AE = conversion point of the business.
Example
In board meetings, you'll often hear something like: "Let's pull the latest AE numbers before we make a call" — shorthand for account executive.
When you'll hear it
AE shows up most often in board meetings, quarterly business reviews, and strategy off-sites. When someone uses it, they're usually referring to account executive — and they expect the room to already know what that means.
FAQs
What does AE stand for?
AE stands for Account Executive.
What does AE mean in business and finance?
Runs demos, handles objections, closes deals. AE = conversion point of the business.
Where will I hear AE used at work?
AE comes up most often in board meetings, quarterly business reviews, and strategy off-sites. It's used as shorthand for account executive, so people assume you already know the term.
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