CLARE HARRIS

Developing distinctive venues and delivering exceptional events.

 

With 25+ years’ experience across events, art and hospitality, I help venues develop their event potential — from sales and external hire to client management and event delivery.

 

Most recently, as Sales, Events & Marketing Manager at Hill Barn, a Cotswold events venue within an organic farm, I developed its sales strategy, built relationships with clients and agencies, and managed events ranging from weddings and private celebrations to luxury brand events, photoshoots and launches. Venue income tripled over two years.

 

Previously, at Sotheby’s, I led a team delivering 120+ events annually and managed the London Boardrooms, alongside high-profile events within the auction galleries. Earlier roles at the Royal Academy of Arts and Serpentine Gallery further developed my experience of working within exceptional cultural spaces.

 

Venue development · Sales & external hire · Event management · Marketing

 

Whether launching a new venue or developing an established one, I bring a commercial, creative and highly organised approach to making spaces work beautifully for both client and venue.