OMC Associates comprises 3 people with diverse backgrounds.
Christopher Overbeke is based in Cambridge and is our Senior Consulting Arborist. He graduated in history before working within the horticultural sector, in various roles, for 8 years and subsequently gaining an MSc in Arboriculture from Aberdeen University. For the last 20 years he has worked as an arboricultural consultant and local authority tree officer and been involved in many, diverse projects over the years.
Christian Sheldon is our Consulting Arborist covering London and the home counties. He started in the industry as a tree surgeon before training and studying to become a consulting arborist. He has an ND in Arboriculture and a QCF CF L4 Diploma in Arboriculture and is currently studying for his L6. He has many years experience as a local authority tree officer and consultant.
John Connell has a BSc in Biology and is a fellow of the Horticultural Society. He has worked for the National Trust, various London Parks and has run a Landscape Contracting business for over 20 years working for Councils, Health Trusts and other large organisations.