By 1808Delaware
A Delaware native has become a member of the executive leadership at the Oklahoma City Zoo.
New Chief Operating Officer Trevor Leonard has a degree from The Ohio State University and has previously headed the Six Flags theme park in Oklahoma City. He will now be in charge of all Zoo operations as it serves over one million visitors annually.
Leonard’s first position was as a food service manager at the former Wyandot Lake Water Park, now Zoombezi Bay.
According to a press release from the Zoo, “As the Zoo advances its strategic planning, Leonard will be instrumental in developing future major projects and drive the implementation of awe-inspiring experiences that further connect visitors to care for wildlife and wild places. With the opening of Expedition Africa in June 2023, Leonard and his teams will strive to provide superior services and amenities, unique attractions and engaging education programs highlighting this largest expansion in the Zoo’s history.
“Trevor joins our team at an exciting time and we are fortunate to have him,” said Dwight Lawson, OKC Zoo’s executive director/CEO. “As we advance our mission and celebrate developments like the opening of Expedition Africa, this position will be vital to ensuring the Zoo remains a premier destination providing transformative experiences. With the breadth of Trevor’s experience and accomplishments with Six Flags, I’m confident in his abilities to move the Zoo forward.”
The Oklahoma City Zoo covers 130 acres and houses more than 1,900 animals.
