Experience

Cape Fear Botanical Garden

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • May 2022 - Present



Christopher B. Hoffman, Landscape Architect

• Clinton, MS

• Owner

  • Jul 1994 - Present

  Providing comprehensive Master Planning, Site Planning, Grading & Drainage and detailed Design Services for: Mixed Used Development, Office/Commercial/Retail, Educational Facilities, Health Care, Industrial Sites, Subdivision & Residential Projects. Services include Site Feasibility Studies thru detailed Construction Documents based upon: *Interpretation of the "language" of the existing site and environment forms and conditions - natural & manmade. *Compliance with Zoning… Show more Providing comprehensive Master Planning, Site Planning, Grading & Drainage and detailed Design Services for: Mixed Used Development, Office/Commercial/Retail, Educational Facilities, Health Care, Industrial Sites, Subdivision & Residential Projects. Services include Site Feasibility Studies thru detailed Construction Documents based upon: *Interpretation of the "language" of the existing site and environment forms and conditions - natural & manmade. *Compliance with Zoning, governmental regulations and controls. *Creating a human scale and connection through Building Siting, Vehicular Circulation, Parking and Service access ways, Grading & Drainage, Pavement & Hardscape, Site Furnishing & Lighting while maximizing efficiency. *Promoting the aesthetic experience & integration into the project environs. *Maximize the highest and best use of the properties characteristics and opportunities. Show less Providing comprehensive Master Planning, Site Planning, Grading & Drainage and detailed Design Services for: Mixed Used Development, Office/Commercial/Retail, Educational Facilities, Health Care, Industrial Sites, Subdivision & Residential Projects. Services include Site Feasibility Studies thru detailed Construction Documents based upon: *Interpretation of the "language" of the existing site and environment forms and conditions - natural & manmade. *Compliance with Zoning… Show more Providing comprehensive Master Planning, Site Planning, Grading & Drainage and detailed Design Services for: Mixed Used Development, Office/Commercial/Retail, Educational Facilities, Health Care, Industrial Sites, Subdivision & Residential Projects. Services include Site Feasibility Studies thru detailed Construction Documents based upon: *Interpretation of the "language" of the existing site and environment forms and conditions - natural & manmade. *Compliance with Zoning, governmental regulations and controls. *Creating a human scale and connection through Building Siting, Vehicular Circulation, Parking and Service access ways, Grading & Drainage, Pavement & Hardscape, Site Furnishing & Lighting while maximizing efficiency. *Promoting the aesthetic experience & integration into the project environs. *Maximize the highest and best use of the properties characteristics and opportunities. Show less



Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Botanical Garden

  • Jan 2020 - Mar 2022

  Connecting people with their natural and built environment, and each other, through memorable experiences, meaningful engagement and environmental education. Leadership and development of the botanical garden master plan to champion stewardship, conservation and well-being thru capital improvement projects, renovations of exhibits and venues, special events and campus maintenance practices. Connecting people with their natural and built environment, and each other, through memorable experiences, meaningful engagement and environmental education. Leadership and development of the botanical garden master plan to champion stewardship, conservation and well-being thru capital improvement projects, renovations of exhibits and venues, special events and campus maintenance practices.



Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards

• Reston, VA

• President (President-Elect / Past President)

  • Sep 2016 - Sep 2018

  Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards - Reston, VA www.CLARB.org Nonprofit organization serving the public interest through 54 jurisdictional members in U.S. and Canada with a mission to protect the publics' health, safety and welfare as related to the natural and built environment. 12+ years of leadership in peer elected and appointed positions. Strategic Planning - Champion intentional learning of societal, technological and innovation shifts to… Show more Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards - Reston, VA www.CLARB.org Nonprofit organization serving the public interest through 54 jurisdictional members in U.S. and Canada with a mission to protect the publics' health, safety and welfare as related to the natural and built environment. 12+ years of leadership in peer elected and appointed positions. Strategic Planning - Champion intentional learning of societal, technological and innovation shifts to ensure future organizational relevancy. Board & Organization Culture - Set expectations, clarity of board / staff / volunteer roles, leverage the strength of diverse perspectives. Financial Acumen - Resource allocation in balancing priorites to program focus and smart experiments. Advocate & Collaborate - Ambassador role, enthusiastically representing organizational mission. Leverage limited resources thru mutually beneficial relationships. Continual Learning - Piloted development of leadership toolkit for organizational success and personal growth. Board of Director leadership achievements: - Creating a board culture seeking diverse perspectives, embracing foresight and focus on "The Why?" - 'Think differently' dialogue in reframing the publics’ understanding of Landscape Architecture. - 'Reduce Friction' approach (short and long term) in exploring regulatory experience and excellence. - Mentorship as guide to others to embrace the discomfort of change and the fear of the unknown. Show less Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards - Reston, VA www.CLARB.org Nonprofit organization serving the public interest through 54 jurisdictional members in U.S. and Canada with a mission to protect the publics' health, safety and welfare as related to the natural and built environment. 12+ years of leadership in peer elected and appointed positions. Strategic Planning - Champion intentional learning of societal, technological and innovation shifts to… Show more Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards - Reston, VA www.CLARB.org Nonprofit organization serving the public interest through 54 jurisdictional members in U.S. and Canada with a mission to protect the publics' health, safety and welfare as related to the natural and built environment. 12+ years of leadership in peer elected and appointed positions. Strategic Planning - Champion intentional learning of societal, technological and innovation shifts to ensure future organizational relevancy. Board & Organization Culture - Set expectations, clarity of board / staff / volunteer roles, leverage the strength of diverse perspectives. Financial Acumen - Resource allocation in balancing priorites to program focus and smart experiments. Advocate & Collaborate - Ambassador role, enthusiastically representing organizational mission. Leverage limited resources thru mutually beneficial relationships. Continual Learning - Piloted development of leadership toolkit for organizational success and personal growth. Board of Director leadership achievements: - Creating a board culture seeking diverse perspectives, embracing foresight and focus on "The Why?" - 'Think differently' dialogue in reframing the publics’ understanding of Landscape Architecture. - 'Reduce Friction' approach (short and long term) in exploring regulatory experience and excellence. - Mentorship as guide to others to embrace the discomfort of change and the fear of the unknown. Show less