The Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation and the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation have appointed Su Oh as the new CEO of the Arboretum and Botanic Garden.

Oh will replace Timothy Lindsay, who has served as interim CEO over the past six months, officials announced last week.

“We are thrilled to welcome Su Oh as the new CEO of the LA Arboretum Foundation,” said Annette Castro Ramirez, president of the L.A. Arboretum Foundation Board of Trustees, in a statement. “Her proven ability to drive innovation and foster collaboration will be invaluable as we continue to enhance the Arboretum’s role as a beloved local resource and national leader in conservation, education, and community outreach.”

Oh has over three decades of experience in the arts, culture, and entertainment industry. She held several managerial roles at the Recording Academy and the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, including as senior vice president of Education, Exhibitions and Community Engagement at the latter.

Castro Ramirez said she is confident that Oh “will further elevate the Arboretum’s mission and strengthen our public-private partnership with the County of Los Angeles.”

The L.A. County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is in Arcadia, and features 127 acres of unique landscapes and plant collections from around the globe. The nearly 550,000 annual visitors learn about historical landmarks such as the Queen Anne Cottage and the Santa Anita Train Depot.

The Arboretum is maintained by the County of L.A. Department of Parks and Recreation.

“Su’s depth of community engagement work at Los Angeles organizations will benefit the Arboretum as it continues to expand outreach to school children, families and visitors,” said Norma E. García-González, director of the county’s Department of Parks and Recreation. “With Su’s leadership, the Arboretum and LA County Parks can advance their shared goals of environmental stewardship and education, inclusivity, and public engagement.”

A native Angeleno, Oh said the Arboretum is a place that holds cherished memories and milestones from her family’s visits.

“As a vital green space near the San Gabriel Mountains, the Arboretum not only nurtures biodiversity but also provides essential health and wellness benefits…” Oh said. “I am excited to collaborate with our dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners to expand the Arboretum’s leadership of nature-based education, climate resilience, and ecological stewardship.”

Oh was selected, after a nationwide search, for her extensive experience in managing educational and community engagement programs as well as overseeing grants from major donors and non-profits.