Senior Staff | North Carolina Zoo

Zoo nominated for Best Zoo

North Carolina Zoo has been nominated for “Best Zoo” in a nationwide contest. Vote daily through May 8 to show your support!
Spring Break Alert
The Zoo anticipates high attendance through April, especially on sunny, warm days. For safety and guest experience, the Zoo may limit admission once parking reaches capacity. This will not only help with crowd management but will also provide a more relaxed and enjoyable visit for guests and their loved ones. Consider arriving early or carpooling, and check our site / social pages often for more updates!

Pat Simmons

Director & CEO

Patricia Simmons

Cami Bunting

Director of Human Resources

Cami Bunting

cami.bunting@nczoo.org

Diane Villa

Deputy Director and Chief Communications Officer

Diane Villa

Rich Bergl

Deputy Director and Chief Mission Officer

Rich Bergl

Jeff Causey

Director of Business & Finance

Jeff Causey

jeff.causey@nczoo.org

Jason Joines

Director of Safety

Jason Joines

Jb Minter

Director of Animal Health

Jb Minter

Crista McGee

Director of Facilities Operations

Crista McGee

christianne.mcgee@nczoo.org

Lindsay Brown

General Manager of SSA

Lindsay Brown

Cheryl Armstrong Executive Director Zoo Society

Executive Director, NC Zoo Society

Cheryl Armstrong

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