TCIA Podcast

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Don Staruk, Editor of TCI Magazine to discuss how working TCI EXPO can lead to various connections and stories that become part of TCI Magazine!

Don is the Staff Editor and Director of the TCI Magazine. He has been growing TCI Magzine by writing features, managing articles, recruiting writers, and so much more. Don has a passion for writing and an eye for detail that he uses every month as he and his team put together the magazine. In addition to his responsibilities with TCI Magazine, Don is also responsible for managing The Reporter, a bi-monthly TCIA members-only newsletter.

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and COPMA.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Kathleen Costello Manager or Marketing Graphics & Design at TCIA to discuss all things TCI EXPO.

Kathleen has been a designer with TCIA for fifteen years. She works in the Marketing Department helping to create the branding/graphics/advertising/social/messaging for all TCIA's initiatives. Her favorite part of the year is TCI EXPO time, exciting and exhausting at once! She loves meeting the tree care professionals that make this industry so amazing.

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Diane Morgan former Director of Meetings at TCIA to discuss all things TCI EXPO.

Over Diane’s tenure at TCIA, she has been responsible for pulling our tradeshow into the 21st century and helping us make it what it is today. Over the last 16 years, she has seen it all when it comes to TCI EXPO and is sharing behind-the-scenes information on what TCI EXPO is really like from the meeting planner perspective.

Thank you, Diane, for all of the time, energy, and hard work that you have put into TCIA. We hope you enjoy your retirement and finally take a well-deserved break!

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Kurt Stenberg owner of Cochrane Tree Care to discuss why he made the change from EMS to Arboriculture.

Kurt is an arborist, photographer, social media ambassador and so much more.  He is currently running his own small business after making the switch to tree care over three years ago.

To check out Kurts's work or to just get in touch, you can check out his different Instagram accounts:
@kurtthearborist
@cochranetreecare
@regenerativeenvironments

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Matthew Meckley trainer at The Academy, and Tchukki Andersen, Staff Arborist at TCIA, to discuss why having an escape plan is necessary as well as other safety topics.

Matthew is a hazard tree feller and climber working out of Oregon.  He has traveled working up and down the west coast working on fire prevention. Additionally, he works as a trainer for The Academy and runs his own crews.

To check out Matthew's work, you can check out his Instagram @fmecky

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Kevin Caldwell of Caldwell Tree Care to discuss his career, his service on the Board of Directors, and much more.

Kevin is the president and owner of Caldwell Tree Care, located in Roswell, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia in 1987 with a Bachelor’s in Political Science. After graduation he secured a position at TruGreen, beginning as a Residential Salesman. He went to work for ArborGuard in 1991 and while there he met mentors there who helped to grow his commitment to, and knowledge of, the tree care industry. This led to his becoming an ISA Certified Arborist in 1992. And in 1993, he left in order to found Caldwell Landscape Company, now doing business as Caldwell Tree Care.

Kevin has served on the boards of several organizations, including the Georgia Urban Forestry Council (now known as the Georgia Tree Council), the Metro Atlanta Landscape & Turf Association, and the Georgia Turfgrass Association. Additionally, he has served on the TCIA Board of Directors and served as Chairman of the Board in 2012-2013.

Additionally, Kevin was the recipient of the 2020 Chair's award for his friendship, support, and belief in the previous Chair, Mundy Wilson Piper.

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Tim Bushnell of the Davey Tree Experts to discuss his career, his commitment to safety, and much more.

Tim has been an ISA Certified Arborist since ‘92 and a TCIA CTSP since ‘09. He chaired the ANSI A300 Committee and participated as a voting member in current and previous ANSI Z133 revisions. Tim has been certified by Petzl America as a Competent Person regarding PPE, he is also a competent person in climbing/ rigging gear inspections to the United Kingdom standards (LOLER). Most recently, Tim became a SPRAT Level 1 Technician.

Additionally, Tim was the recipient of the 2020 Pat Felix Volunteer of the Year award for his outstanding commitment to the A300 Committee.

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jeff and Amy Grewe of Arbor Aesthetics to discuss all things company culture, as well as how their TCIA membership fits into their overall business strategy.

Jeff and Amy own and operate Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service in Omaha, NE. In business since 2005, they earned Accreditation in 2020 after enjoying 200% growth since joining forces as business partners in 2015 (and also joining the TCIA!). Their full-service tree company boasts an incredible purpose-driven work culture centered around core values and personal growth. Jeff and Amy enjoy mentoring their staff, educating customers, and setting a new standard for customer experience in their market.

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Matthew Meckley trainer at The Academy, and Tchukki Andersen, Staff Arborist at TCIA, to discuss Hazard Tree Felling in the Pacific Northwest.

Matthew is a hazard tree feller and climber working out of Oregon.  He has traveled working up and down the west coast working on fire prevention. Additionally, he works as a trainer for The Academy and runs his own crews.

To check out Matthew's work, you can check out his Instagram @fmecky

Our sponsors for this episode are Samson Rope and Tree Diaper.

 In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Johnson of Arborholic, LLC, Kristy Hiller, Vice President of Administration at TCIA, and Amanda Gazlay, coordinator of Member Engagement at TCIA to discuss creating your own personal board of directors. Finding mentors and people to be on your board is not a one size fits all process, we dive into the various ways one can go about finding the right set of people.

Rebecca is an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist and addicted to helping trees and the people who care for them. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas Chapter of ISA, Chairs the Texas ISA education committee, and is a private consulting arborist, teaching homeowners about proper tree care.  She also works with the City of Austin to provide tree education to City employees whose work brings them into contact with trees, with the goal of improving tree care across the city.
 
Our sponsor for this episode is Samson Rope.