--- title: N.E.S.T. Academy description: Join Ravenue’s N.E.S.T. Sales Academy to break into tech sales. Gain SDR skills, earn commissions, and fast-track your career with expert training and real-world experience. --- [Skip to content](https://ravenue.io/nest-sales-academy#main-content) [![birdtexttransparentbackground-2](https://ravenue.io/hs-fs/hubfs/birdtexttransparentbackground-2.png?width=160&height=75&name=birdtexttransparentbackground-2.png)](https://www.ravenue.io) - What We Do Show submenu for What We Do - [Sales Development Agency](https://ravenue.io/agency) - Get Into Tech Show submenu for Get Into Tech - [Tech Sales Training](https://ravenue.io/tech-sales-training) - [The N.E.S.T. 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Academy is here to nurture your growth, helping you develop the skills and experience needed to spread your wings and soar into tech sales.   [Apply Now](https://ravenue.io/apply-for-nest) ##### Welcome to the # N.E.S.T Academy Looking to break into tech, but don't know how to start? Feel like you aren't qualified and worried you don't have the necessary experience?  Calm down. Everyone has to start somewhere.    The N.E.S.T. Academy is here to nurture your growth, helping you develop the skills and experience needed to spread your wings and soar into tech sales.   [Apply Now](https://ravenue.io/apply-for-nest) ![A logo for the NEST Academy that features a nest with eggs with the Ravenue bird in the background. Under the nest is the words ](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/NESTLOGO-2.png) ##### RAVENUE REMOVES RISK ## Stop Gambling Your Pipeline Say goodbye to the uncertainties of sales development. At Ravenue, we eliminate upfront costs, ensuring you only pay for success. Leave the gambling for your parlays, instead, opt for a scalable, risk-free sales motion.  ![Ravenue Logo with the words ](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/coverimagehomepage-1.png) # What is the N.E.S.T. Academy? The N.E.S.T. Academy is our specialized training program designed to help aspiring SDRs launch their careers in the tech industry — even if you have no prior experience. We understand that breaking into tech can be challenging, which is why we've created a launchpad where you can grow, learn, and prepare to take flight into your tech sales career. ![a clipart nest with three eggs in the nest](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/NESTLOGOsmall.png) ![A classroom full of ravens training to be sales ravens and an office full of sales ravens who are hard at work. ](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/nestacademy3whatis.png) # How the N.E.S.T. Academy works ##### Foundational Learning through Virtual Classroom Sessions - Dive into the basics of the SaaS industry and sales fundamentals via engaging online classes. - Understand how software-as-a-service is transforming businesses and why tech sales is a critical component of this evolution. - Participate in sessions covering essential sales techniques, prospecting methods, and effective communication skills. - Develop a solid foundation that prepares you for the practical aspects of tech sales. ##### Hands-On Experience - Apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios - Practice prospecting into companies, crafting pitches, handling objections, and cold calling - Become familiar and gain experience using industry standard tools. Develop a solid foundation that prepares you for the practical aspects of tech sales.   # Start Working with our Partner Companies Upon completing the foundational training at the N.E.S.T. Academy, you'll begin working as an SDR with one of our partner companies. In this phase, you will: Immerse Yourself in the Product - Gain a deep understanding of the partner company's offerings and the value they provide **Understand the Industry** - Dive into the specific industry, learning about customer pain points and market dynamics **Integrate into the Sales Process** - Familiarize yourself with the company's sales strategies, CRM tools, and operational workflows **Start Earning Your Commissions** - Begin engaging with prospects, booking meeting, and growing your pipeline ![A mother sales raven, wearing a bluetooth headset, is feeding money to it's two baby sales raven sitting in a nest.](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/Ravenfeeding7.png) ##### Set Yourself Up for a New Career ## Spread Your Wings and Soar into Tech Sales Whether you’re breaking into tech sales for the first time or transitioning careers, the N.E.S.T. Academy provides the training and guidance to help you succeed and soar in your new role [Apply Now](https://ravenue.io/apply-for-nest) # Who is the N.E.S.T. Academy For? The NEST Academy is designed for individuals from all walks of life who are determined to break into tech sales, regardless of their background or prior experience. We focus on these key groups: ##### Current College Students Looking to get a leg up on everyone before you graduate?  ![icon of graduating student](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/student%20icon.png) ##### Career Changers   Feeling stuck in your current role but questioning if you’re qualified for tech sales? ![icon of a cocoon going through metamorphosis](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/cocoonicon-2.png) ##### Transitioning Military Members Leaving the military and looking for your next mission in tech sales? ![icon of military ranking badge](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/military%20icon.png) ##### Unconventional Career Builders Wanting to get into tech, but think college is a scam? ![icon of person putting puzzle pieces together](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/careerbuildericon.png) ![Five corporate professionals wearing business clothes are climbing a ladder. At the top of the ladder is a sales raven wearing a bluetooth headset. ](https://ravenue.io/hubfs/climbingladderwithravenattop.png) # Why Choose the N.E.S.T. Academy We know there are plenty of sales training programs out there, so why choose Ravenue? At Ravenue, we’re rethinking sales development and, in turn, SDR certification. We took a hard look at what’s wrong with traditional SDR training programs and fixed it. Here’s how we stand out: ##### No Costs We’re fully committed to your success, which means you don't pay a dime. Our program is entirely focused on helping you grow as an SDR, not on making money off training certifications. ##### No Empty Promises Unlike other programs that leave you hanging after certification, we guarantee that upon successful completion of the N.E.S.T. program, you’ll be placed in an SDR role where you can start earning commission right away. We deliver real opportunities, not empty promises. ##### Compensated Like a Salesperson Too often, SDRs are paid less like salespeople and more like support staff. At Ravenue, we’re changing that. Not only will you be paid for booking meetings, but you’ll also earn commission on anything that goes closed-won. It’s the kind of uncapped earning potential you’ve always heard about—and it’s exactly what you deserve. [Apply Now](https://ravenue.io/apply-for-nest) [![Ravenue Logo of a raven next to the word Ravenue](https://ravenue.io/hs-fs/hubfs/textlogo%20white%20outline.png?width=1500&height=700&name=textlogo%20white%20outline.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ravenue) FIND US ON - --- Get In Touch support@ravenue.io (479) 367-6949 629 N Blackhawk Ave, Madison, WI 53705 Copyright © 2026 Ravenue.io All Rights Reserved. [Privacy Policy |](https://www.hubspot.com/) [Terms & Condition](https://www.hubspot.com/)