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Champion

An internal advocate at a prospect company who actively sells the solution to colleagues and helps push the deal forward.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

A champion is an internal advocate at a prospect company who actively sells the solution to colleagues and helps push the deal forward. Champions have influence, access to decision-makers and a personal stake in success. Identifying and equipping a champion is a central part of qualification and deal strategy in complex B2B sales.