Eric Westphal
About Eric Westphal
Eric Westphal serves as the Senior Vice President of Private Equity at Providence Equity Partners and has extensive experience in investment banking and private equity. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics from Harvard University.
Work at Providence Equity Partners
Eric Westphal serves as the Senior Vice President of Private Equity at Providence Equity Partners, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is involved in managing private equity investments and contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives. His experience in the private equity sector is extensive, having previously worked as a Private Equity Associate at the same firm from 2016 to 2019. This background provides him with a comprehensive understanding of the firm's investment strategies and portfolio management.
Board Memberships and Observerships
In addition to his role at Providence Equity Partners, Eric Westphal is actively involved in various board positions. He has been a Board Member at KPA since 2021, contributing to the company's governance and strategic direction. He also serves as a Board Observer at Sweetwater since 2023 and at North Road Company since 2022. These roles allow him to leverage his expertise in private equity and investment to support the growth and development of these organizations.
Education and Expertise
Eric Westphal holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, where he graduated with High Distinction as a Baker Scholar. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from Harvard University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in business and economics, enhancing his analytical and strategic capabilities in the finance sector.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Eric Westphal gained valuable experience in various positions. He worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan from 2014 to 2016, where he developed skills in financial analysis and deal execution. Additionally, he served as an MBA Intern at Cuidas and Facily in 2020, both in São Paulo, Brazil. Earlier in his career, he was the Economics Department Unit Test Program Supervisor at Harvard University from 2011 to 2014, where he managed academic assessments.