Director, Sales (Midwest Region)

Director, Sales Location: Remote (Midwest Region) (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Missouri) ABOUT ANET Achievement Network (ANet) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all students achieve strong educational outcomes.

We partner with school and system leaders to strengthen teaching and learning through the strategic use of assessments, coaching, and tools that drive meaningful results. Individuals who join ANet become part of a dynamic, mission-driven, and collaborative organization focused on making a lasting impact in schools.

We are committed to supporting one another and growing together as a team. THE OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the Managing Director, Sales, the Director, Sales will expand ANet’s impact across the Midwest Region by cultivating a strong, diverse community of school partners and education champions.

In close collaboration with the Senior Vice President, Sales, you’ll drive ambitious growth goals by identifying and pursuing high-leverage opportunities through thoughtful research, strategic outreach, and a deep understanding of local instructional priorities and leadership dynamics.

You will exercise strong judgment and influence across the region by tailoring communication to diverse audiences, framing decisions, and guiding districts toward high-impact, equity-centered assessment practices.

Precision and discipline will be key: tracking outreach efforts, prioritizing prospects, and maintaining clean, actionable data to ensure no opportunity is missed. Ultimately, you’ll play a critical role in securing new partnerships that deepen ANet’s impact across the region.

TRAVEL Travel is expected to be 50-75% depending on business needs, and will be primarily in the Midwest region. Some weekend travel and overnight stays expected for conferences.

RESPONSIBILITIES Opportunity Identification & Lead Generation Meet pre-set revenue targets through strategic planning, pipeline development, and partnership engagement wit