Bobbie O’Connor
Associate Vice-President, Development
Email: bobbie.oconnor@uwo.ca
Administrative Officer: Tasha Blanco
Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 86863
Bobbie O’Connor brings over 20 years of experience in the charitable sector, with a career that has spanned coast to coast across North America. Before joining Western in 2025, he led high-performing teams at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Queen’s University, and the University of Alberta, earning recognition for his human-centered approach to driving change and nurturing growth.
Known for his creative spirit, Bobbie leads with intentionality, curiosity, and a deep belief in the power of collaboration. His leadership blends innovation with data-informed decision-making, fostering dynamic partnerships that advance bold institutional goals. He is inspired by Western’s commitment to building a more inclusive world—one that thrives through belonging and leverages collective imagination and resources to create a rising tide of prosperity and wellness that lifts everyone.
Inspiring Support
Western is pioneering the ideas, innovations and discoveries that will define the future. To ensure the impact of this work can carry forward into the world beyond our campus, we need the support of generous donors who share our commitment to making change and are ready to invest in the University’s ability to foster that change.
Our Development team connects donors to the priorities at Western that align with their philanthropic interests. There are countless opportunities to make a meaningful impact at every level and in every corner of the University, including for proud alumni to give back to their alma mater or for community members who simply want to help accelerate the impact that Western can have.
No matter why a donor chooses to give to Western or where they decide to direct their generosity, the Development team ensures they understand how their support contributes to a brighter future. We also celebrate the opportunities they create for Western students, faculty, and researchers to drive progress from which all of us will benefit.
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