In this episode of The Delusional Nomad, host Eric Czerlonka sits down at Fenway Park with Carrie Campbell, Senior Vice President of Fenway Park Events to reflect on the power of relationships, mentorship, and the evolution of careers in the hotel and events industry. The conversation highlights Carrie Campbell’s journey from early catering jobs to leading events at Fenway Park, sharing her deep commitment to service, culture, and the guest experience. Together, they discuss lessons learned from mentors, pivotal career moments, and the emotional significance of iconic spaces like Fenway. The episode celebrates how strong leadership, thoughtful hospitality, and deep-rooted relationships shape not just careers—but entire communities.
Carrie Campbell is the Senior Vice President of Fenway Park Events at the Boston Red Sox, leading the year-round marketing, sales, and execution of private and public events. With over 30 years in hospitality and tourism, she has played a pivotal role in transforming Fenway Park into one of New England’s premier event venues—and a standout among major league ballparks.
Before stepping onto the Fenway stage, Carrie honed her expertise at Boston’s most iconic properties. She spent six years at the Boston Harbor Hotel as Director of Catering and later Director of Sales & Marketing. Prior to that, she served as Director of Catering at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, crafting unforgettable experiences for seven years. Beyond the hotel world, Carrie has a deep history of engaging top donors and orchestrating high-profile charity walks, fundraisers, and golf tournaments for nonprofit organizations.
More than a seasoned hospitality executive, Carrie is a dynamic leader known for building strong, engaged teams and fostering a culture of excellence. She believes that investing in people is the most important business decision, and her leadership legacy is defined by mentorship, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to recognition and gratitude.
A passionate advocate for the meetings, events, and entertainment industry, Carrie was recently recognized as an Industry Leader in Smart Meetings Magazine’s 2024 Smart Women in Meetings. Her career has been a love letter to Boston’s most storied venues, from her early days at The Hampshire House to her leadership at the Boston Harbor Hotel and now Fenway Park. She also lends her expertise to the Board of Directors for Meet Boston, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, and Skål Boston.
When she’s not shaping the future of events at Fenway, Carrie is a certified Bikram Yoga instructor and a proud South End resident.