
CHRISTOPHER HOFFMAN is the new chief executive officer of Cape Fear Botanical Garden.
Hoffman joined the team in May. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from Texas Tech University.
Some of Hoffman’s previous roles include president of the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards from 2016-2018, although
he served in a variety of positions with the organization over the years, and director of the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden from 2020-2022.
He is currently affiliated with the Mississippi Landscape Architectural Advisory Committee - MS Board of Architecture and American Society of Landscape Architects as well.
Hoffman is the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award, Texas Tech College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources 2018; the 2021 Frank Condon Award for Environmental Excellence; and Finalist Team Builders - Project 2021 KOB Environmental Excellence issued by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful.
After workshopping the idea for a new restaurant concept with a few regular customers, Brian and Staci decided to take a chance on Napkins, their first business and Brian’s first experience owning a restaurant.
The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel
Brad and Kelley McLawhorn became business partners in 2001 when they first opened a restaurant on Reilly Road. Now, their highly praised catering company continues to impress community members with flexibility, quality and personalized service. Photo