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account executive Definition

account executive

noun

an executive in an advertising agency, stockbrokerage, etc. who handles the accounts of, and maintains direct contact with, one or more established clients and seeks new clients

account executive Finance Definition
  1. A person who sells securities and who works for a brokerage firm. In order to be an account executive, a person must pass the Series 7 and Series 63 exams, which are administered by the National Association of Securities Administrators (NASD). Also called stock broker or a registered representative.
  2. In companies other than brokerage firms, salespeople, often salespeople who work for a professional services organization, such as an advertising agency.