Christopher O'Brien

Director/Board Member at

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

57 year

Transportation

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Christopher J.
O'Brien currently works at Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, as Trustee.
Mr. O'Brien also formerly worked at C.H.
Robinson Worldwide, Inc., as Chief Commercial Officer from 2015 to 2024.
Mr. O'Brien received his undergraduate degree from Alma College.

Christopher O'Brien active positions

Companies	Position	Start
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Minnesota Landscape Arboretum The private company is based in Chaska, MN. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a public garden and educational facility dedicated to connecting people and plants to promote environmental stewardship and support ecosystems. It conducts horticultural research, including the development of the honeycrisp apple and cold-hardy plant varieties, and operates a plant conservation program focused on preserving native and endangered species. The arboretum offers educational programs for all ages, apprenticeships in sustainable farming, youth employment initiatives, and health and wellbeing programs that use nature to enhance physical and mental health. It provides family-friendly activities, interactive exhibits, seasonal events, and volunteer opportunities supporting gardening, education, events, and conservation efforts. The arboretum’s strategic plan emphasizes integrating science, nature, and community, advancing climate action, expanding outreach, and fostering equity and environmental leadership. The company was founded by Benjamin S. Oehler.	Director/Board Member	-

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Former positions of Christopher O'Brien

Companies	Position	End
C.H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC.	Corporate Officer/Principal	01/01/2024

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Private companies	3
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. Air Freight/CouriersTransportation Provides freight truckload, water and air transportation & logistics solutions	Transportation
Alma College Alma College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Minnesota Landscape Arboretum The private company is based in Chaska, MN. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a public garden and educational facility dedicated to connecting people and plants to promote environmental stewardship and support ecosystems. It conducts horticultural research, including the development of the honeycrisp apple and cold-hardy plant varieties, and operates a plant conservation program focused on preserving native and endangered species. The arboretum offers educational programs for all ages, apprenticeships in sustainable farming, youth employment initiatives, and health and wellbeing programs that use nature to enhance physical and mental health. It provides family-friendly activities, interactive exhibits, seasonal events, and volunteer opportunities supporting gardening, education, events, and conservation efforts. The arboretum’s strategic plan emphasizes integrating science, nature, and community, advancing climate action, expanding outreach, and fostering equity and environmental leadership. The company was founded by Benjamin S. Oehler.