Dying Culture, Never Paid AEs Fairly - Account Executive Navan Employee Review

1.0
25 Mar 2020
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Pros

Genuinely the best teammates that I have ever worked with. We all had each others back, especially when management did not. At its peak, this company's culture was one where I loved going into work and selling this product.

Cons

Culture deteriorated once new C-Level management was brought in. The way our former CRO was suddenly demoted after years of injecting confidence in sales reps and WINNING should have been a red flag for where the company eventually is now - 350 people laid off. Just last summer the company opened an office which grew to 20+ employees. Now? Poof. Gone. The core values, including transparency, were preached weekly at All Hands Meetings. The layoffs were announced in the least transparent way possible, and my gut tells me that this was not the end of it. Even at SKO, our new CRO swerved around how commission would be re-structured. One last thing for anybody thinking of joining the sales team here. Ask how commission is paid out. If it does not immediately make sense, then that should be a red flag (as many people have written in reviews). You won't make money here. Go somewhere else that will value and maximize your talent.

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5.0
28 May 2026
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Pros

Lots of opportunity for advancement, pay compensation, mentor opportunities, great work environment, diversity and equality.

Cons

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5.0
27 May 2026
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Pros

Fast paced, plenty of room and opportunity to grow. Very good starting pay and ability to earn bonuses. Many remote work options. Strong culture and supportive leadership, with fun company events (like the Christmas party) that help people feel connected, even for the many remote employees.

Cons

The pre‑hire assessment is very strict and pass/fail. I’ve referred strong, experienced candidates who I know are good workers, but they did not pass the test and were not given the opportunity to move forward. It feels like the process may screen out some high‑potential talent who could otherwise thrive here.

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