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Harrison Street Asset Management

Vice President, Events & Experiences

Chicago, IL $150K–$190K Posted 2026-05-15
Salary
$150K–$190K
Type
Full-time
Experience
12+ yr
Source
Lever
Investor & Client Experiences • Lead end-to-end planning and execution of our flagship investor conference, including program development, content coordination, venue selection, and on-site execution • Design and deliver bespoke experiences for institutional investors and senior clients, including exclusive events (e.g., The Masters, private dinners, and industry conferences) • Partner with Investor Relations and senior executives to align event strategy with broader client engagement and fundraising objectives • Elevate the firm’s brand through thoughtful, high-touch details (gifting, hospitality, personalization) Executive & CEO-Led Initiatives • Work directly with the CEO to develop and execute strategic event concepts that support firm priorities and relationships • Serve as a trusted partner in managing high-profile, confidential, and time-sensitive initiatives • Ensure seamless execution and white-glove experience for senior executives and external stakeholders Employee Engagement & Culture • Design and execute a thoughtful and elevated employee events strategy across offices • Oversee internal events that reinforce our culture and employee experience, including town halls, offsites, and social programming (e.g., happy hours, celebrations, firm-wide events) • Create experiences that strengthen culture, drive engagement, and feel distinct from typical corporate events • Manage branded materials and employee-facing touchpoints, including curated swag and gifting programs Operations & Vendor Management • Own event budgets, timelines, and logistics with a strong focus on efficiency and quality • Build and manage relationships with venues, agencies, and vendors globally • Implement scalable processes and best practices across all event types • Track and evaluate event effectiveness, incorporating feedback and continuous improvement
• 8–12+ years of experience in event planning, experiential marketing, or hospitality, preferably within a high-touch corporate environment • Experience supporting senior executives and institutional clients in high visibility settings • Proven ability to deliver complex, high quality events with strong attention to detail • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once • Strong creative instincts paired with disciplined execution • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization • High level of discretion and professionalism • Willingness to travel and support events outside of standard business hours • Experience managing budgets and vendor negotiations
• Exceptional aesthetic judgment and taste • High bar for quality and unwillingness to settle for standard or repeatable formats • Creative thinker who brings original ideas and a strong point of view • Thinks like a host, not an organizer • Calm under pressure; solutions-focused • Highly polished and professional • Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment • Proactive, resourceful, and accountable
• Direct partnership with the CEO and senior leadership • Opportunity to define how our brand shows up with investors and employees • High degree of ownership and creative autonomy
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