Michael Harnett
About Michael Harnett
Michael Harnett serves as an Exhibitors Executive at Web Summit, where he has contributed to its growth into a major global event. He holds a Master's degree in Marketing and has experience in marketing and customer service roles prior to his current position.
Work at Web Summit
Michael Harnett serves as an Exhibitors Executive at Web Summit, a role he has held since 2017. He has played a significant part in the organization's growth, contributing to its evolution from a small conference to a major global event. Under his involvement, Web Summit has expanded to accommodate 70,000 expected attendees in 2018. Harnett has also been instrumental in organizing other prominent global events, including Collision in New Orleans and RISE in Hong Kong, which attract industry leaders and innovators.
Education and Expertise
Michael Harnett has a diverse educational background. He studied Advertising at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he completed a Semester of Master's degree in 2015. He also holds a Master's degree in Marketing from Dublin City University, which he achieved from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he studied at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology for five years, from 2009 to 2014. His education has equipped him with skills relevant to his roles in marketing and event management.
Background
Before joining Web Summit, Michael Harnett gained experience in various roles. He worked as a Marketing Executive at Bradley Brand & Design from 2015 to 2017. Earlier in his career, he served as a Brand Ambassador and Merchandising at Lites Group Ltd from 2013 to 2014. He also held positions as a Customer Service Representative at OSG Group in 2010 and 2012. His diverse background has contributed to his expertise in marketing and customer engagement.
Achievements
Michael Harnett has been part of the Web Summit team during a period of rapid expansion, helping to establish it as the largest technology conference in the world. His contributions to organizing global events have positioned him as a key player in the tech industry. Harnett's involvement in significant events like Collision and RISE highlights his role in connecting industry leaders and fostering innovation.