Bob K. Ghosh
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
With over 20 years of event management experience, successfully managed a portfolio exceeding $1.25 million. Established and nurtured relationships with 100+ event partners annually, driving significant fundraising initiatives for community engagement and support. Certified in practical project management, leveraging expertise to enhance donor and community relations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Officer
CHEO Foundation
01.2016 - 01.2026
- Managed a portfolio of over 1,25 million dollars which included community events, major gifts, endowment funds and corporate sponsorships that I maintained and helped grow during my role as the Community Engagement Officer
- Managed relationships with approximately 100 third party event partners annually, maximizing fundraising efforts to support CHEO.
- Coordinated signature CHEO Foundation events (RBC Race for the Kids, CN Cycle, CHEO Charity Classic, CHEO Gala, CHEO Telethon) focusing on corporate sponsorships, partnership and grant development, donor relations, and event execution.
- Developed a golf strategy to promote and encourage third party tournaments, utilizing a stewardship matrix that raised over $700,000 net in fundraising in 2024.
- Obtained certifications in practical project management and Canva to help grow my portfolio and continually support donors and event partners
- Fluent and efficient in using donor platforms such as Razors Edge and work platforms such as Asana for maintaining my day-to-day workload
- Participated in events outside regular hours to advocate for CHEO and acknowledge contributions from donors and event partners.
Director of Marketing and Social Media
Ottawa Venues
01.1995 - 01.2016
- Head of Marketing and Social Media with various restaurants in the Byward Market (locations include Sens House, Cornerstone Bar & Grill, Fat Tuesdays and Pub 101)
- Head of Marketing and Social Media Manager with various bars and pubs in the Byward Market (locations include the Velvet Room, Whiskey Bar, Green Room, Liquor Store and Great Canadian Cabin)
- Lead weekly meetings with General Managers of various restaurants and nightclubs to train and inform discussion on branding, staffing, promotions, social media and weekly events
- Organize and lead weekly training on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Mail Chimp, etc.
- Analyze trends in social media, marketing, receptor audience, distribution channels, competitive positioning and customer feedback to identify potential opportunities for new promotions, areas of improvement and marketing opportunities
- Create best practices summary to identify shortfalls and improvement in business practices and event attendance
- Cultivate and manage client relationships, building strategic alliances with stakeholders in various locations and positions
- Implement and develop high-impact marketing and communications tools for targeted key demographics and events
- Create and implement a strategy for fundraising opportunities, including the CHEO Dance Marathon, Do It for Daron (DIFD), Jail and Bail Breast Cancer Awareness, and Christie Lake Kids
- Direct and supervise exclusive parties in the Ottawa area including the Smirnoff Red Door Party, the Smirnoff Double Black Door Party, Coors Light Search and Rescue and Jose Cuervo Flip the Switch
- Directing a team to ensure all events are managed, promoted and branded as per desired specifications
- Responsible for budgeting and payment tracking for various events
General Manager
York Entertainment
01.1995 - 01.2014
- Hired and trained staff, fostering a united and efficient team to enhance operational performance.
- Tracked sales vs. labour costs, identifying gaps and recommending actionable improvements.
- Analyzed and verified financial reports, clarifying financial implications and concerns, detailing the findings of the review
- Verified nightly cash-outs from employees to ensure numbers balanced
- Completed payroll and processing of all receipt and disbursement requests using an electronic financial system
- Organized administrative management including ordering supplies and staff scheduling
- Developed and maintained high-quality client-supplier relationships to support long-term collaboration.
- Provided guidance on policies and procedures, welcomed input, and updated materials.
- Understood and implemented decorating standards within the various locations for special events, meeting the needs of each individual event and venue
Education
Practical Project Management certification -
01-2026
CANVA Level 2 certification -
01-2024
BA - Environmental Studies and Geography, Combined
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON01-1997
Skills
- Event management
- Fundraising
- Donor management
- Sponsorship
- Grant proposals
- Relationship building
- Digital engagement
- Social media management
- Social media
- Marketing
- Branding
- Project management
- Business development
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Team management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Asana
- Canva
- Public speaking
- Relationship management
Additional References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Community Engagement Officer
CHEO Foundation
01.2016 - 01.2026
Director of Marketing and Social Media
Ottawa Venues
01.1995 - 01.2016
General Manager
York Entertainment
01.1995 - 01.2014
Practical Project Management certification -
CANVA Level 2 certification -
BA - Environmental Studies and Geography, Combined
Carleton University