Harry Chapman
About Harry Chapman
Harry Chapman serves as the Head of Sustainability Events at The Economist, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in event management and content development, having worked with notable organizations in the industry.
Work at The Economist
Harry Chapman has served as the Head of Sustainability Events at The Economist since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for organizing and overseeing various sustainability-focused events. His work includes developing strategies that promote peer-to-peer networking among stakeholders in the sustainability sector. He has successfully led events that feature prominent speakers and has expanded the reach of these events across multiple continents, including Asia, the USA, and Africa.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Before joining The Economist, Harry Chapman held several significant positions in event management. He worked as the Group Content Director at Clarion Events from 2019 to 2021 and as the Portfolio Development Director at Clarion Events in 2021. His experience also includes serving as the Director of Content for the Investing in African Mining Indaba from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, he has held roles at Informa and Mines and Money, contributing to his extensive background in the events industry.
Education and Expertise
Harry Chapman studied at the University of Birmingham, where he earned a 2:1 degree in Ancient History from 2005 to 2008. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation that complements his professional expertise in event management and sustainability. He also attended The Downs School from 1997 to 2005, which contributed to his early academic development.
Achievements in Sustainability Events
In his role as Head of Sustainability Events, Harry Chapman has led initiatives that feature high-profile speakers, including Bill Gates, Erna Solberg, and John Kerry. He is responsible for managing partnerships with major sponsors such as BNP Paribas, Google, and IBM, enhancing the impact and reach of sustainability events. His oversight includes the production of both in-person and online components, which improves global accessibility to these important discussions.