Jeff Clarke
About Jeff Clarke
Jeff Clarke is the Managing Director of the Private Funds Group at Brookfield Asset Management in New York, with extensive experience in institutional capital raising and investor relations.
Current Position at Brookfield Asset Management
Jeff Clarke currently serves as the Managing Director of the Private Funds Group at Brookfield Asset Management in New York, New York. In this role, he has been instrumental in raising capital for Brookfield's private alternative investment strategies since joining the firm in December 2017. His position involves extensive management of investor relations and project management within the context of fundraising.
Previous Experience at BBH Capital Partners / Brown Brothers Harriman
Before his tenure at Brookfield Asset Management, Jeff Clarke worked at BBH Capital Partners / Brown Brothers Harriman. From 2010 to 2017, he held the title of Head of Fundraising and Investor Relations - Senior Vice President. During his seven years in this role, he led fundraising efforts and managed investor relations for their private equity funds, gaining extensive expertise in institutional capital raising within the financial services industry.
Career Progression at Brown Brothers Harriman
Jeff Clarke's career began at Brown Brothers Harriman where he progressed through multiple roles from 2000 to 2010. Starting as a Management Trainee in 2000 for five months, he became an Analyst from 2000 to 2002, an Associate from 2002 to 2004, and then Assistant Vice President from 2004 to 2006. He further advanced to Vice President from 2006 to 2008, and from 2008 to 2010, before becoming the Senior Vice President of Fundraising and Investor Relations in 2010.
Educational Background
Jeff Clarke holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from Colgate University. He completed his high school education at Episcopal High School. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in business development, particularly in alternative investments.
Role at Episcopal High School
Prior to his long tenure in the financial sector, Jeff Clarke worked at Episcopal High School. He served as the Director of Alumni Affairs from 1995 to 2000, and as the Assistant Director of Admissions from 1993 to 1995. These roles helped build his skills in managing relationships and project management early in his career.