Mehdi Khettouch
Open to opportunitiesTrilingual Event Coordinator (French, English, Arabic)
Ottawa, ON
About
Trilingual Event Coordinator (French, English, Arabic) with over 20 years of experience delivering exceptional client service. Results-driven professional passionate about flawless event execution and meticulous attention to detail. Extensive experience organizing diverse events ranging from international institutional gatherings and corporate meetings to trade shows, weddings, private receptions, and promotional events.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual communication
- Cash handling
- Communication
- Customer service
- Data analysis
- English
- First Aid
- Food service
- French
- Google Workspace
- Leadership
- Logistics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Organization
- Point-of-sale systems
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Requirements gathering
- Sales
- Teamwork
- Time management
Experience
Philanthropic Development & Partnership Management
Fondation québécoise du cancer (FQC)
Jan 2026 to Present
Gatineau, QC
• Responsible for planning fundraising activities in the region, including public and corporate events. • Prospecting for donations, sponsorships, and ticket sales for events. • Collaboration on developing fundraising strategies for the general public. • In collaboration with management, setting financial objectives for fundraising events and implementing actions to achieve them. • Identification and recruitment of financial partners to ensure the success of annual campaign activities. • Participation in the coordination of regional fundraising activities (Concerto, charity trips, Grand défoulement, etc.). • Development and implementation of strategies for community initiative development. • Recruitment, coordination, and supervision of volunteers involved in fundraising activities and charity events in the region. • Representation of the Foundation at various fundraising activities and events, when relevant.
Senior Event Coordinator
Royal Ottawa Golf Club
Feb 2024 to Jan 2026
Gatineau, QC
• Personalized, high-end client service, with proactive anticipation and response to client needs at every stage of the planning process. • Supervision and coordination of diverse events such as weddings, private receptions, charity galas, golf tournaments, and corporate events, with a constant focus on flawless, memorable execution. • Close collaboration with team members for scheduling, logistics, and budget management. • Development and maintenance of solid relationships with vendors, service providers, and strategic partners to ensure delivery aligned with the club's high standards. • Conducting site visits and pre-event walkthroughs with clients to help realize their vision and strengthen their confidence. • Management of administrative aspects related to events: contract preparation, invoicing, planning, and post-event follow-up. • Meticulous attention to wedding details, including menu selection, room layout, coordination with decorators and musicians, to provide unique and unforgettable experiences.
Event & Client Service Consultant (Freelance)
Galerie W
May 2023 to Jan 2024
Gatineau, Canada
• Event planning and execution. • Vendor and stakeholder management. • Logistics coordination. • Development of marketing and promotional plans. • Publication of a monthly newsletter. • Social media management.
Assistant Manager / Event & Communications Coordinator
NAK Gallery (Nak Design Strategies)
Sep 2021 to May 2023
Ottawa, Canada
• Successful organization of the gallery's inauguration (200 guests). • Coordination and management of media relations (Celebrate Ottawa – Virgin TV, Le Droit des Affaires). • Designing and managing events for patrons (exhibitions, workshops, artistic performances), generating notable revenue. • Development of detailed event calendars. • Supervision of support staff (service, photographers, musicians, etc.). • Management of invitations, RSVPs, and follow-ups. • Menu planning and negotiation with caterers. • Post-event administrative and financial follow-up. • Implementation of social media strategies and promotional campaigns. • Daily creation of digital content. • Reception and visitor service at the gallery (information, purchase assistance, query and complaint management).
Sales Prime & Client Relations
MSI CORP (BELL CANADA)
Jan 2021 to Sep 2021
Ottawa, Canada
• Client relationship management in French and English (calls and support). • Complaint resolution and drafting of follow-up reports. • Setting sales targets for the team. • Ongoing training on sales and quality. • Production of weekly reports. • Leading motivational activities and team encouragement.
Project Director – Communications & Events
ESL & Network
Jan 2019 to Jan 2020
Dubai, UAE
• Development and implementation of communication, marketing, and public relations strategies. • Regular follow-up meetings with government clients. • Design and presentation of strategic proposals. • Management and updating of digital content and social media. • Administrative, financial, and HR management in coordination with Paris and Rabat offices. • Member of the strategic team for the 26th World Road Congress (Abu Dhabi).
Project Manager – Public Affairs, Strategic Communications & Planning
Strategic Communications Group FZLLC
Jan 2015 to Jan 2016
Dubai, UAE
Event Project Manager – Middle East
International Quality and Productivity Centre (IQPC)
Jan 2014 to Jan 2020
Dubai, UAE
• Design of creative event proposals. • Management of large and medium-scale event projects. • Coordination of stakeholders and sponsors. • Budget development and monitoring. • Vendor selection and coordination (venues, AV, signage). • Travel organization and reservations. • On-site event supervision. • Post-event analysis reports.
Head of Strategic Communications
Strategic Communications Group FZLLC
Jan 2006 to Jan 2015
Dubai, UAE
Education
Université de Perpignan Via Domitia
Bachelor's Degree, Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management
France
2001
Institut supérieur de tourisme de Tanger
University Diploma, Sales & Production Techniques
Morocco
1999