Christopher O'Brien

Provides freight truckload, water and air transportation & logistics solutions

Functions as a College/University

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.