Vice President, Experiential Marketing and Events

Job Description Summary

For over forty years, Harbour Vest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.

In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.

We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.

Harbour Vest is an equal opportunity employer.

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.

Harbour Vest is seeking a Vice President,Experiential Marketing and Events to lead the firm’s global client engagement and experiential marketing strategy. This senior-level rolewillcreatememorable, high-impact client experiences that strengthen relationships withinvestors and general partners, build our brandwith key stakeholders, andset Harbour Vest apart as a partner of choice.

At Harbour Vest, events are a core client experience platform rather than standalone moments. This role sets the vision for how clients and colleagues engage with the firm through thoughtfully crafted experiences. These experiences combine thought leadership, relationship building, and brand expression to create meaningful and memorable interactions.

The Vice President will oversee a global portfolio of in‑person, hybrid, and virtual experiential marketing, ranging from senior‑level executive engagements to large‑scale flagship events. Working closely with senior leadership, Investor Relations, Investment teams, Public Relations and Marketing, the role ensures experiences meet Harbour Vest’s high standards.

This position leads a high-performing global events team with five members located in Boston and close partnership with colleagues worldwide. Collectively, the group manages nearly 100 events each year, covering a diverse array of formats, audiences, and geographies throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

The ideal candidate brings a strong point of view on how the firm can further elevate experience design, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence. They will translate strategy into seamless, polished execution and outstanding events that build strong connections and support long-term growth.

Experiential Marketing & Event Strategy

• Design experiential marketing that reflects Harbour Vest’s brand values, investment philosophy, and dedication to long-term partnerships.

• Identify opportunities to evolve formats, content, and delivery in response to client needs and market trends.

• Lead the global client events strategy, positioning events as a core engagement and relationship building channel.

Global Event Portfolio Management

• Coordinate the planning and execution of Harbour Vest global events, including:

• Annual General Meetings (AGMs)

• Educational and learning experiences

• Brand building and networking experiences

• High touch client meetings, roadshows, and hosted experiences

• Select industry conferences and sponsorship activations

• Maintain consistency, quality, and outstanding performance across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

Executive & Collaborator Partnership

• Partner with senior leaders to shape agendas, messaging, and experience objectives.

• Work together with Investor Relations and Client Service groups to assist client engagement and fundraising goals.

• Manage internal and external speaker engagement, including selection, vetting, and negotiations.

Team & Operational Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high performing global events team.

• Coordinate budgets,…