HarbourVest Partners

HarbourVest's Eric Simas, CFA, CAIA and Mindy Lahrman recently joined CAIA Association for a fireside chat on the state of private markets. They highlighted positive trends in deal activity, focusing on valuations, fundraising, and key investment themes like small-cap buyouts and early-stage venture. 

Our Client Operations team celebrated their accomplishments and strengthened team bonds with a Ben & Jerry's ice cream social, providing a fantastic opportunity for colleagues to connect and ease the heat of the season. See why HarbourVest is more than just a workplace—it's a community: https://lnkd.in/egmHx7wf 

Summer interns from HarbourVest's Boston and London offices are making a positive impact in their local communities. In London we partnered with Soup Kitchen London to provide meals and support to those in need, while in Boston we teamed up with the Esplanade Association to help beautify and clean the Charles River Esplanade.  

HarbourVest Principal Dorit Zak provided insights into global trends from the Israeli LP perspective at the Israel Private Markets Summit presented by Leader Capital Markets. The discussion examined how institutional investors are adapting to the current environment, the strategies they're employing, and the impact of regulatory changes on local pension funds.  

"The positive energy and culture across our teams have inspired me and made me even more excited for the future of the firm." - Brett Gordon, our new Head of the Americas, reflecting on his recent tour of HarbourVest's offices across the region. This summer, Brett, alongside colleagues Javier Rodriguez and Tricia Mackechnie, connected with our teams from Toronto to Bogotá, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose. 

Members of our Operational Due Diligence (ODD) team recently used their Employee Service Hours to make a difference in the community with Community Servings. We spent the afternoon preparing nutritious meals for those facing critical or chronic illness and food insecurity, reminding us of the power of teamwork and giving back. 

We are pleased to announce the final close of our latest secondaries funds. The size of this close marks a milestone for HarbourVest and is a reflection of our team's dedication and expertise. Learn more in our press release: https://lnkd.in/equMZf2X

Managing Director Blake Holman recently spoke about the evolving market landscape for GPs and LPs, the growing importance of reliable co-investment partners, and the market's need for DPI driving secondary market activities at Markets Group’s Private Equity Chicago Forum. Want to learn how LP-led secondaries can offer benefits to both buyers and sellers in today's dynamic landscape? Dive deeper into one of our latest insights: https://lnkd.in/ef6QN8ZG 

Did you know HarbourVest hosts interns throughout the calendar year? Connie Too, a recent instructional design intern on our Data and Analytics team, played a key role in supporting cross-team collaboration during her 6-month internship. This experience sparked a passion for Project Management and Change Management, which she plans to explore further as she returns to Northeastern University for her final year. Discover what it's like to work at HarbourVest and be part of our team: https://lnkd.in/egmHx7wf

In the spirit of team building and cultural exchange, our Boston Enterprise Continuous Improvement (ECI) team held a potluck lunch, bringing in dishes that were meaningful to them.