An account executive is a professional who is responsible for managing and maintaining relationships with clients in order to achieve business objectives. They act as a liaison between clients and the company they work for, and they work to identify new business opportunities while ensuring client satisfaction.

Specific duties of an account executive may include:

1. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
2. Managing client expectations and delivering on promises
3. Identifying new business opportunities and developing strategies to capitalize on them
4. Conducting market research to identify trends and opportunities
5. Collaborating with other departments within the company to ensure client needs are met
6. Creating and delivering presentations to clients and potential clients
7. Negotiating contracts and pricing with clients
8. Managing budgets and ensuring that projects are completed within budget
9. Analyzing data and providing reports to clients and management
10. Maintaining accurate records of all client interactions.

To be successful in this role, an account executive should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients. They should also have a solid understanding of business principles and practices, as well as the ability to analyze data and identify trends. Additionally, they should be able to work collaboratively with other departments and have strong organizational and time management skills.