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The ArbNation Lifestyle Survey — Enter to Win an Airbnb Adventure!ViewTCIA is launching the first-ever ArbNation Lifestyle Survey — and we want to hear from …
Washington Update: FMCSA Restores Out-of-Service Penalty for English Language Proficiency ViolationsViewOn May 20, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an internal policy …
TCIA’s Ben Tresselt Testifies on Tree Care StandardViewOn Thursday, May 15, the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections held a …
Washington Update: House Subcommittee on Workforce ProtectionsViewOn Thursday, May 15, Ben Tresselt, President of Arborist Enterprises in Lancaster County, PA, will …
ASTI Awards $100,000 in Training GrantsViewEvery day, arborists across the country work in one of the most dangerous industries. The …
Plant Health Care Technician Online Course Now Available in Spanish!ViewThe Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician course is now available in Spanish, making it easier …
What CTSPs Love About Being Safety LeadersViewCertified Treecare Safety Professionals (CTSPs) are the backbone of a safer, more professional tree care …
Washington Update: President Trump Signs Executive Order to Improve and Expand Registered Apprenticeship ProgramsViewWritten by Ulman Public Policy. On April 23, President Trump signed several executive orders focusing …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – David Vincent, CTSPViewDavid Vincent: High-Risk Safety Professional, Instructor, and Consultant David Vincent is a Certified Treecare Safety Professional …
Washington Update: USCIS Reaches H-2B Cap for Second Half of FY 2025; Filing Dates for Supplemental Visas ReleasedViewThis blog is written by Ulman Public Policy, TCIA’s Washington, D.C.-based advocacy and lobbying partner. …
The Future of Tree Care Training: How TCIA’s Training Hub is Shaping Careers at WachtelViewWhen Paul Scharfenberger stepped into his role as Training and Development Specialist at Wachtel Tree …
Value Beyond One EventViewWhen Bob Dray thinks about why Custom Truck One Source has been a corporate member …
2025 State of the Association: A Year of Progress & Growth Advancing Tree Care Businesses with PurposeViewAt our 2025 Annual Membership Meeting, TCIA President and CEO David White provided a comprehensive …
Step Up as a Safety Leader: Become a Certified Treecare Safety ProfessionalViewThe tree care industry is evolving, and safety is more important than ever. That’s why …
Welcome TCIA’s New Board Members!ViewThe Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) is excited to announce the appointment of two new …
Going “All In” with TCIAViewWhen TCI Magazine first wrote about Cumberland Valley Tree Service — Landscaping in 2013, the …
Annual Award Winners Announced at TCIA’s Winter Management ConferenceViewIt’s a wrap! More than 400 tree care executives gathered in St. Thomas from February …
Meet, Connect & Learn: TCIA’s Member Meetups Are Coming to You!ViewTCIA is thrilled to bring Member Meetups to regions near you in 2025! These exclusive …
Update from Washington: Senate HELP Committee Set for 119th CongressViewThis blog is written by Ulman Public Policy, TCIA’s Washington, D.C.-based advocacy and lobbying partner. …
TCIA Congratulates David Keeling on his Nomination to Lead the Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationViewThe Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) congratulates David Keeling on his nomination to be Assistant …
The Academy “Leans In”ViewJared Abrojena may be one of the hardest-working guys in tree care – he is …
Call for Presentations: Share Your Expertise at TCI EXPO 2025!ViewAre you an industry leader with valuable insights to share? Do you have a passion …
TCIA’s 2025 Products & Services GuideView
Update from Washington: Trump Signs Executive Order Ending DEI Programs and InitiativesViewThis blog is written by Ulman Public Policy, TCIA’s Washington, D.C.-based advocacy and lobbying partner. …
Update from Washington: Executive Order Pauses Funding Appropriated through the Inflation Reduction ActViewThis blog is written by Ulman Public Policy, TCIA’s Washington, D.C.-based advocacy and lobbying partner. …
Update From Washington: House Education and Workforce Committee Set for 119th CongressViewThe U.S. House of Representatives Education and Workforce Committee (E&W) finalized its committee and subcommittee …
TreeHugger Hopes to Encourage OthersViewDenny Deakins with his wife, Dawna, and their son, Sean, run TreeHugger Complete Tree Care …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Drew Macy, CTSPViewWith over a decade of hands-on experience in arboriculture, I have developed expertise as a …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Charlie White, CTSPViewMeet Charlie: Expert Arborist and Tree Care Trainer With over 15 years in the tree …
Industry News: Deadline for the Public Review of the “Guide for Plant Appraisal” ExtendedViewIn preparation for development of the eleventh edition of the Council of Tree and Landscape …
TCIA On the Road: Meet Us at These January Events!ViewKick off 2025 by connecting with TCIA team members at some of the biggest industry …
Tree Pruning to ANSI StandardsViewWinter is an excellent time to prune dead and hazardous branches out of trees, according …
DHS Announces Final Rule to Modernize H-2 Nonimmigrant Visa ProgramsViewOn December 18, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule to modernize …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – David Leinbach, CTSPViewDavid is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Climber, TCIA Certified Treecare …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Monika D. Buczko, CTSPViewMonika D. Buczko is an ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, ASCA …
Free Training Workshops for Tree Care ProfessionalsViewThe Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), with funding from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration …
Quality is the HallmarkViewWhen speaking with Paul Martin, co-owner of Growing Earth Tree Care – a TCIA member …
Zanfel Provides Relief for Tree Care WorkersViewTree care workers face numerous occupational hazards, but exposure to poison ivy, oak, or sumac …
Managing Training in a New-Fashioned WayViewWhen Chelsea Fletcher started with Bartlett Tree Experts nine years ago, she jumped on the …
Educate Your Customers About Winter Stresses on Trees & Shrubs ViewIt’s crucial for tree care companies to continually educate homeowners about the importance of proper …
DHS to Nearly Double H-2B Visas for Fiscal Year 2025ViewIncrease Will Help Address Workforce Shortages and Reduce Pressure on “Irregular” Migration On November 15, …
Being Woman Owned Benefits Kappen Tree ServiceViewCrystal Kappen and her husband, Warren, were each running separate businesses before they started their …
TCIA is Only a Phone Call AwayViewDan Tremblay’s company, Broad Oak Tree & Shrub Care in New Hampshire, has been a …
Behind the Scenes of TCI EXPOViewWhat It Takes to Produce the Tree Care Industry’s Largest Conference & Trade Show   …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Xian Hunter, CTSPViewXian Hunter, based in Santa Barbara, CA, is a TCIA CTSP, EHAP Qualified Trainer, ISA …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Mandi Wilson, CTSPViewI’m based in Colorado and love to travel for training opportunities. My background as an …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Ezekiel Willard, CTSPViewEzekiel “Zeke” Willard is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist with over 25 years in …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Travis Vickerson, CTSPViewTravis brings 20 years of experience in the tree care industry, with 8 years as …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Hans TielmannViewHans Tielmann is a licensed tree expert in New Jersey and an NCCER crane instructor …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – R. Chandler Seward, CTSPViewChandler is an independent trainer based in Northern California’s Redwoods, specializing in arborist education. As …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Anthony RomeoViewWith over 20 years of experience in the tree industry, I am a second-generation arborist …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Leo Roldan, CTSPViewLeo is a professional trainer based in New York with over 20 years of experience …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Kristoffer Rasmussen, CTSPViewKristoffer is a seasoned professional in the Arboriculture industry, boasting 26 years of extensive experience. …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Brian Pope, CTSPViewBrian is a Board Certified Master Arborist with 30 years of experience in the arboriculture …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Josh PalaciosViewJosue Palacios is a seasoned Utility Vegetation Management professional with over 10 years of experience, …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Justin Morejohn, CTSPViewJustin Morejohn: Professional Climbing Arborist and Educator Justin Morejohn is a dedicated climbing arborist and …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Walker Korby, CTSPViewWalker: Expert Chainsaw Trainer and Land Stewardship Specialist Walker has been training landscapers, firefighters, Department …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Rebecca Johnson, CTSPViewRebecca Johnson: Passionate Arborist and Educator Rebecca Johnson, a dedicated arborist, is passionate about helping …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Christopher Jackson, CTSPViewChristopher Jackson: Experienced Arborist and Safety Advocate Christopher Jackson is a seasoned professional in the …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Jeff Inman, CTSPViewJeff Inman: Risk Manager and Academy Director at Truetimber Arborists Jeff Inman is a dedicated …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Brian Goodall, CTSPViewBrian: Arborist and Educator from Ohio Brian is an experienced arborist and educator based in …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Eric Freesmeyer, CTSPViewEric: Experienced Arborist and Trainer Eric has been in the arboriculture industry since 2001 and …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Aaron Feather, CTSPViewAaron: Experienced Arborist and Safety Trainer in South Central PA Located in South Central PA, …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Ryan Ealy, CTSPViewRyan: Safety Specialist in Utility Vegetation Management Ryan is a safety specialist for Atlas Field …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Drew Dunavant, CTSPViewDrew: Passionate Arborist and Trainer in Richmond, VA Drew began his arboriculture career in 2010 …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Paul Dubois, CTSPViewPaul is an experienced Tree Care Professional in Northern California With 18 years of professional …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Korey Conry, CTSPViewKorey is a Field Safety Supervisor/Trainer at Mountain F Enterprises With over five years of …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Johnathon ClaseViewJonathon Clase: Expert Arborist and Operations Project Manager Jonathon Clase is the operations project manager …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Carl CalfoViewCarl is an experienced TCIA EHAP Trainer Based in Frederick, MD I am a TCIA …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Megan Bujnowski, CTSPViewMegan: Expert Safety Trainer in Arboriculture Megan is a professional trainer with over 20 years …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Tim “Tim” Berquist, CTSPViewTimothy “Tim” Bergquist – Arboricultural Consultant TimBer Property Consulting LLC 199 Holland Street, Moultonborough, NH …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – James Beery, CTSPViewJim: Senior Safety Specialist and Arborist Jim is a Senior Safety Specialist for Wright Tree …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Dr. John Ball, CTSPViewDr. John Ball: Arboriculture Expert and Safety Advocate Dr. John Ball is a Professor at …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Curtis Andrews, CTSPViewCurt Andrews: Expert Tree Care Trainer in Waukesha, Wisconsin Located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Curt Andrews …
TCIA Qualified Trainer – Chase Andersen, CTSPViewChase is an experienced Arborist and Safety Trainer in Idaho Based in Idaho but willing …
Georgia General Assembly Creates a Study Committee on the Tree Care IndustryViewOn March 28, the Georgia Assembly passed House Resolution 473, establishing the House Study Committee on …
The Obvious “Next Step” to SuccessViewCourtney and Audra Kelly were born and raised in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. …
Employee Loyalty Builds Tree ServiceViewIn an industry marked by labor shortages and hiring challenges, Stacy Hughes, president of Hughes …
TCIA is a Safety HubViewAsh Connelly, formerly the vice president & lead arborist from Charleston Tree Experts, appreciated early …
Independent Contractor Rule Goes into EffectViewOn March 11, 2024, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division’s (WHD) final …
Leave Storm-related Tree Work to ProfessionalsView“What’s this? Another tree/branch/large shrub in my yard that wasn’t there before the storm? I …
Don’t Touch Trees in WiresViewHomeowners can easily become injured – often fatally – while attempting to trim trees near …
Why Is Tree Work So Expensive?ViewWhy is tree work so expensive? I just want that one tree taken out, and …
TCIA’s Buyers’ Guide now available!View
PowerCorpsBOS Green Jobs Training Program Visited by TCIAViewTCIA’s workforce development team had the opportunity to speak to and share resources with the …
A Uniquely Beautiful Niche IndustryViewWe thought it would be a fitting end to Women’s History Month to post a …
Free Webinar on New Federal Entry-Level Driver Training RegulationsViewOn February 7, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) entry-level driver-training (ELDT) final rule …