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Christopher W. Kline

President and CEO @Desert Botanical Garden

Phoenix, AZ, US
EMAILS
c•••••@azmedia.org
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+16•••••••37

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WORK HISTORY

Oct 2025 — Present

President and CEO @Desert Botanical Garden

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Phoenix, AZ, US

Chief steward of one of the world’s leading desert institutions and an iconic Arizona cultural destination. Responsible for long-term vision and strategy, financial sustainability, and expanding the Garden’s role as a global leader in desert research, education, and community connection. Director of nearly staff and volunteers serving annual visitors across 140 acres, caring for desert plants while advancing a new vision focused on desert resilience.

EDUCATION

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Brophy College Preparatory

Jesuit High School, Phoenix, Arizona

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The George Washington University

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Journalism and Mass Communications + History

SKILLS

EditorialContent StrategySocial MediaYoutubeEntertainmentNewspapersFacebookVideo ProductionManagementStrategic CommunicationsBroadcastFinal Cut StudioAvidLeadershipProduct ManagementBloggingMultimediaBreaking NewsBroadcast TelevisionMarketingCopy EditingContent ManagementAdvertisingJournalismStrategic PlanningNews WritingFinal Cut ProBroadcast JournalismProject ManagementStorytellingNew MediaInternship - News Radio 620 Ktar, Phoenix, AzPress ReleasesDigital MediaAp StylebookEditingTrainingInternship - Cnn Washington D.c., the Situation RoomWordpressWriting

ABOUT CHRISTOPHER W. KLINE

I build and lead mission-driven institutions that bridge public trust, civic infrastructure, and community impact.As the President & Chief Executive Officer of Desert Botanical Garden, I’m guiding a century-old cultural and environmental institution into its second century, strengthening its role in desert stewardship, public engagement, and community gatherings.I previously served as founding President & CEO for the Arizona Media Association and the Arizona Local News Foundation, where I led a coalition of 400+ local media brands to record philanthropic investment and statewide public service initiatives that continue to serve millions. My career spans leadership in nonprofit, media, civic and education sectors, and includes Emmy-winning work, strategic board service, and building cross-sector partnerships that move institutions forward. I’m passionate about strengthening institutions that connect people, advance solutions, and build resilience at scale. I live by three simple guideposts: keep my eyes forward, build bridges, and operate with (polite) candor.

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