TCIA Podcast
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -The tree care industry has stories and knowledge just waiting to be explored. We’ll have a variety of expert guests and innovators from all corners of the industry sharing their stories and extensive knowledge on our show.
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TCI EXPO 2021: The Other Side of the Show with Amy Tetreault
July 19, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Amy Tetreault, Senior VP at TCIA, to discuss her experiences working the Exhibitor side of the show at TCI EXPO! Many of our attendees don't see the work that goes in with the exhibitors, logistics, and planning, on the other side of the show. Amy is the Senior Vice President of Corporate Engagement at TCIA . She has worked for TCIA in the marketing department and sponsorship before she transitioned into her current role in Corporate Engage...
TCI EXPO 2021: Working the Show with Tchukki Andersen
July 12, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Tchukki Andersen, Staff Arborist at TCIA, to discuss her experiences working TCI EXPO as well as discussing some exciting upcoming things for TCI EXPO 2021! Tchukki is the Staff Arborist at TCIA . She has worked for TCIA for 14 years and during that time she has been an expert on all things arboriculture. She has helped plan many of our events as well helped create many of the training and educational materials we use. Tchukki is Board Cer...
TCI EXPO 2021: Searching for a Story with Don Staruk
July 12, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBOn 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 additio...
TCI EXPO 2021: A Planners Perspective with Diane Morgan
June 28, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn 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 tim...
TCI EXPO 2021: Designing the Show with Kathleen Costello
June 28, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBOn 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 am...
Making a Change with Kurt Stenberg
June 14, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBIn 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 @regenerativeenviron...
Having an Escape Plan with Matthew Meckley
May 31, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBOn 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 Ins...
2020 Chair's Award Recipient Kevin Caldwell
May 17, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBOn 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 ment...
2020 Pat Felix Volunteer of the Year Tim Bushnell
May 03, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBOn 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...
Creating Company Culture with Jeff and Amy Grewe
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBOn 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 incredib...
Hazard Tree Felling in the Pacific Northwest with Matthew Meckley
April 05, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 31 MBOn 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 spon...
Building a Personal Board of Directors with Rebecca Johnson
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn 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 addi...
Succession Planning with Mariah Sandborn
March 08, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Mariah Sandborn of Sandborn Tree Service Inc, Tom Dunn director of Business Solutions at TCIA, and Stephenie Drago manager of Member Experience at TCIA to discuss succession planning. All too often it is easy to get caught up in the now, we talk with Mariah about the importance of looking towards the future and the work that goes into it. Mariah is the Operations Manager at Sandborn Tree Service, Inc. She became a full-time company employee in 2010 answer...
Overcoming Expectations with Megan Kacenski
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBOn this episode of the TCIA Podcast, we are joined by Megan Kacenski of Bartlett Tree Experts and Amy Tetreault of TCIA to discuss overcoming expectations. Expectations are unavoidable, sometimes we place them on ourselves, sometimes others place them on us, but how do you move past it and get through all of the noise? Megan is a Connecticut native, Philadelphia transplant, ISA Certified Arborist, and PA Pesticide applicator. She graduated from UMass Amherst in 2018 working with Bartlett du...
Private Equity and the Tree Care Industry with Zachary Wells and Mohit Kansal
February 08, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.8 MBOn this episode of the TCIA podcast, we sit down with Zachary Wells and Mohit Kansal of Clairvest and talk about what private equity is and how exactly it fits into the world of tree care. Zach and Mohit are part of Clairvest Group Inc which is a TCIA corporate member ber. To learn more about Clairvest and private equity visit them at www.clairvest.com or you can contact them at (416) 925-9270. Our sponsor for this episode is Samson Rope.
2021: What's New in Politics with Aiden O'Brien
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Aiden O'Brien, Advocacy and Standards Manager at TCIA, and talk about what to look out for at the start of 2021. We talk OSHA, the PPP, licensure, and so much more. Please note that this episode was recorded on January 4, 2021, and the topics spoken about in this episode have changed as of the air-date Our sponsor for this episode is Samson Rope.
Leading in Times of Crisis with Dave White
January 11, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, we sit down with President and CEO of TCIA, Dave White. 2020 was not an easy year by any stretch of the imagination and leading during that time also brought up its own set of challenges. Our sponsor for this episode is Samson Rope.
Leading in Times of Crisis with David White
January 11, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, we sit down with President and CEO of TCIA, David White. 2020 was not an easy year by any stretch of the imagination and leading during that time also brought up its own set of challenges. Dave is currently the President and CEO of TCIA. Previously, he was the executive director of the Northeast Public Power Association, a nonprofit trade association that represents consumer-owned utilities in New England. Additionally, he served as the director of external affairs and stra...
Careers in Arboriculture Part 2 with Mark Chisholm
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Mark Chisholm and Amy Tetreault about Careers in Arboriculture. We learn about the sense of community that Mark knows is present in the world of tree care and some of his favorite experiences he has had relating to it. Mark is a third-generation, certified arborist with his family-owned Aspen Tree Expert Company in New Jersey. His expertise in tree care has made him a sought-after consultant and industry spokesperson for the world of arbori...
Careers in Arboriculture with Mark Chisholm
November 09, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode, we talk with Mark Chisholm and Amy Tetreault about Careers in Arboriculture. We learn about how Mark got his start in the industry as well as his advice for new and upcoming workers in tree care. Mark is a third-generation, certified arborist with his family-owned Aspen Tree Expert Company in New Jersey. His expertise in tree care has made him a sought-after consultant and industry spokesperson for the world of arboriculture, and he regularly travels the globe to consult wi...
Small Businesses, Large Businesses and Choosing Where to Work with Noel Boyer and Jim Houston
October 26, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, we talk with Noel Boyer, Jim Houston, and Stephenie Drago about the size of tree care companies and choosing where to work. Does company size really matter when looking for a job? Or is company culture and education more important? Noel is a CTSP and the owner of All About Trees and Jim is a VP & General Manager at the Dave Tree Expert Company. Stephenie is the Member Experience Manager at TCIA and additionally, both Noel and Jim serve on TCIA's Board of Directors
Small Businesses, Large Businesses and the Stuff in Between with Noel Boyer and Jim Houston
October 12, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode, we talk with Noel Boyer, Jim Houston, and Stephenie Drago about the size of tree care companies. While each company has its own pain points, Noel and Jim explain that their companies are going through a lot of the same things. Noel is a CTSP and the owner of All About Trees and Jim is a VP & General Manager at the Dave Tree Expert Company. Stephenie is the Member Experience Manager at TCIA and additionally, both Noel and Jim serve on TCIA's Board of Directors.
Introduction to Advocacy with Aiden O'Brien
September 28, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBAiden is TCIA's Advocacy & Standards Manager. Previously, he worked as a Government Affairs Associate, representing corporate and trade association clients before the New Hampshire Legislature. He has experience in both public policy and campaign politics and is working towards expanding the use of the ANSI A300 Standards and enhancing the VFT-PAC: TCIA’s political action committee. In this episode, we talk with Aiden about how he got his start at TCIA, what work TCIA is doing in public pol...
Creating a Student Summit with Tracey Takeuchi
September 14, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBTracey is a full-time adjunct Lecturer at Calpoly, Pomona, CA, in the Plant Science Department at the Huntley College of Agriculture. She specializes in the evaluation of landscapes with an emphasis on tree diseases, insects and fertility, and tree inventory and soil health. Additionally, she is a Western Chapter ISA Certified Arborist, and member of both ISA and WCISA, and currently serves as Western Chapter Board Director. In this episode, we talk with Tracey about how about the Student S...
Being an Educator During a Pandemic with Tracey Takeuchi
August 31, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBTracey is a full-time adjunct Lecturer at Calpoly, Pomona, CA, in the Plant Science Department at the Huntley College of Agriculture. She specializes in the evaluation of landscapes with an emphasis on tree diseases, insects and fertility, and tree inventory and soil health. Additionally, she is a Western Chapter ISA Certified Arborist, and member of both ISA and WCISA, and currently serves as Western Chapter Board Director. In this episode, we talk with Tracey about how she is currently ha...
Where to Work and Technology in the Field with Tobias Wygand
August 17, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBTobias Wygand is an ISA-certified arborist, TCIA certified treecare safety professional, an instructor for North America Training Solutions, and a Member of Husqvarna’s “H-Team”. In this episode we talk with Tobias about how to find the right company and the right person to work for as well as utilizing technology in the field. Thank you to Husqvarna for helping make this interview between H-Team member Tobias and TCIA happen.
Summer and Storm Preparation with Tobias Wygand
August 03, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBTobias Wygand is an ISA-certified arborist, TCIA certified treecare safety professional, an instructor for North America Training Solutions and a Member of Husqvarna’s “H-Team”. In episode 1 of 2 with Tobias, we talk about how to prepare for both summertime jobs and storm work. In addition to that, we also learn about Tobias' family, and how he became a judge for the Charlotte Tree Climbing Competition. Thank you to Husqvarna for helping make this interview between H-Team member Tobias and...
Importance of Equipment Inspection with Craig Bachmann
July 20, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBCraig Bachmann established Tree133 to provide safety-focused contract climbing for small tree companies. He helps clients to complete challenging projects, grow their knowledge, and implement safe work practices. Tree133 also provides direct tree care services. Craig is a Certified Arborist, a Certified Tree Worker, TRAQ, and an experienced safety/skills trainer. In this episode, we sit down with Craig and discuss the importance of doing equipment inspections, and what can happen if you ...
Craig Bachmann - Importance of Equipment Inspection
June 05, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBCraig Bachmann established Tree133 to provide safety-focused contract climbing for small tree companies. He helps clients to complete challenging projects, grow their knowledge, and implement safe work practices. Tree133 also provides direct tree care services. Craig is a Certified Arborist, a Certified Tree Worker, TRAQ, and an experienced safety/skills trainer. In this episode, we sit down with Craig and discuss the importance of doing equipment inspections, and what can happen if you ...
Krista Strating - Opportunities from Climbing
May 28, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBKrista has been a climbing arborist for 11 years. She doubles as part arborist for the City of Mississauga in Ontario, Canada, and part tree climbing instructor for Arboriculture Apprenticeship and Urban Forestry students. Krista currently holds the World and North American Women’s Champion Title in tree climbing, winning 8 times in Ontario, and 3 times in North America. In episode 2 of 2 with Krista, we talk about some of the opportunities that have been opened up to her by being a compet...
Opportunities from Climbing with Krista Strating
May 28, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBKrista Strating is well known in competition climbing. She has been a climbing arborist for 11 years. In addition to climbing, she doubles as part arborist for the City of Mississauga in Ontario, Canada, and part tree climbing instructor for Arboriculture Apprenticeship and Urban Forestry students. Krista currently holds the North American Women’s Champion Title in tree climbing. In episode 2 of 2 with Krista, we talk about some of the opportunities that have been opened up to her by being...
Being a Competition Climber with Krista Strating
May 26, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBKrista Strating is well known in competition climbing. She has been a climbing arborist for 11 years. In addition to climbing, she doubles as part arborist for the City of Mississauga in Ontario, Canada, and part tree climbing instructor for Arboriculture Apprenticeship and Urban Forestry students. Krista currently holds the North American Women’s Champion Title in tree climbing. In episode 1 of 2 with Krista, we talk about how she got her start as a climber, the training routine she follo...
Krista Strating - Being a Competition Climber
May 26, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBKrista has been a climbing arborist for 11 years. She doubles as part arborist for the City of Mississauga in Ontario, Canada, and part tree climbing instructor for Arboriculture Apprenticeship and Urban Forestry students. Krista currently holds the World and North American Women’s Champion Title in tree climbing, winning 8 times in Ontario, and 3 times in North America. In episode 1 of 2 with Krista, we talk about how she got her start as a climber, the training routine she follows, and h...