Michael Herlache, MBA
About Michael Herlache, MBA
Michael Herlache is a Senior Account Executive at Chatmeter, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in account management and co-founded AltQuest Group, advocating for progressive values and economic altruism.
Work at Chatmeter
Michael Herlache serves as a Senior Account Executive at Chatmeter, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, he operates remotely and focuses on businesses with 50 to 499 locations. His role involves managing client relationships and providing solutions that enhance local marketing and reputation management.
Previous Experience in Sales
Prior to joining Chatmeter, Michael held various sales positions. He worked as a Commercial Account Executive at Birdeye from 2022 to 2023. Before that, he was a Midmarket Account Executive at Yelp for one year, where he developed skills in client engagement and sales strategy. Additionally, he served as an Elite Account Director - Franchise at Yelp from 2018 to 2020 and as an Account Executive for a brief period in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Michael holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Texas A&M University, where he studied Finance from 2009 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Administration and Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst between 2007 and 2009. Additionally, he completed a three-month program at the Enterprise Sales School - Pavilion in 2022, further enhancing his sales expertise.
Entrepreneurial Background
Michael co-founded AltQuest Group while pursuing his graduate studies, contributing to the company's development from 2009 to 2018. This experience provided him with insights into business operations and strategic planning, which he has applied throughout his career in various sales roles.
Advocacy and Personal Interests
Michael advocates for progressive values, including altruism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. He supports economic altruism through the Nordic Model, as promoted by the Democratic Socialists of America. In addition to his professional pursuits, he enjoys writing and is passionate about helping others discover their best selves through allyship.