<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced AVP, Event & Sponsorship Manager, APAC based in Hong Kong to join the International Marketing team, reporting to the International Events and Sponsorships Lead with a dotted-line reporting relationship into the New York-based Global Events Team.This role will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing a diverse portfolio of events across the Asia-Pacific region. The position is split approximately 70% supporting iCapital's APAC event portfolio and regional sponsorship strategy and 30% supporting iCapital's distribution partnership with a leading global wealth management partner across APAC.</p> <p>On the iCapital side, the successful candidate will lead proprietary events, client programs, sponsorship activations, and third-party conferences that support iCapital's regional business objectives.</p> <p>On the partner side, the individual will be responsible for full-cycle event management supporting a strategic wealth management partner's advisor-facing event program across APAC, including conferences, educational roadshows, webinars, workshops, and sponsorship activations.</p> <p>The successful candidate will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Alternative Investment Specialists, General Partners, partner stakeholders, and executive leadership to deliver best-in-class event experiences that strengthen relationships, drive engagement, and support business growth.</p> <p>This individual will report directly to the Events and Sponsorships Lead, International and maintain a dotted-line reporting relationship to the New York-based Event Manager responsible for overseeing the partner's global event program, ensuring alignment with global standards, processes, and best practices.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>iCapital APAC Events and Sponsorships (Approximately 70%)</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of iCapital proprietary events across APAC, including conferences, seminars, client events, roundtables, roadshows, receptions, webinars, and corporate meetings.</li> <li>Manage regional third-party sponsorships and associated activations that support iCapital's business objectives.</li> <li>Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Alternative Investment Specialists, Product, and executive leadership teams to develop event strategies and objectives.</li> <li>Manage event budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and identify cost-effective solutions.</li> <li>Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, registration management, catering, transportation, accommodation, audiovisual production, event materials, and onsite execution.</li> <li>Develop and maintain relationships with key sponsors, vendors, venues, agencies, and industry partners.</li> <li>Support event marketing and promotional activities in partnership with regional marketing teams.</li> <li>Monitor, evaluate, and report on event performance, attendee engagement, and ROI.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies, regulations, and industry standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Strategic Wealth Management Partner Program (Approximately 30%)</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of conferences, educational roadshows, webinars, workshops, and sponsorship activations supporting iCapital's distribution partnership with a leading global wealth management partner across APAC.</li> <li>Manage all aspects of event logistics, including venue sourcing, contract negotiations, registration management, attendee communications, catering, audiovisual production, transportation, event materials, and onsite operations.</li> <li>Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and event calendars to ensure flawless execution and accountability.</li> <li>Coordinate speaker logistics, presentation collection, rehearsals, and onsite support to deliver a seamless event experience.</li> <li>Support both in-person and virtual events while maintaining a consistent and high-quality attendee experience.</li> <li>Partner closely with Alternative Investment Specialists, Sales, Marketing, General Partners, and partner stakeholders to deliver impactful advisor-facing educational programs.</li> <li>Serve as the primary liaison between iCapital, partner stakeholders, asset managers, agencies, vendors, and venues.</li> <li>Support the development of educational agendas and event experiences that align with business objectives and audience needs.</li> <li>Track event performance, attendee engagement, and program effectiveness.</li> <li>Deliver post-event reporting and recommendations to enhance future programs.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with the New York-based Event Manager overseeing the partner's global event program to ensure consistency across regions and alignment with global initiatives.</li> </ul> <p><strong>General Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Utilize Cvent, Monday.com, and other event technology platforms to manage registration, communications, project tracking, and reporting.</li> <li>Manage vendor onboarding, invoice processing, contract approvals, and event reconciliation.</li> <li>Build scalable processes, playbooks, and best practices to improve efficiency and consistency.</li> <li>Build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholder groups globally.</li> <li>Identify opportunities to enhance attendee exper