
Investing in the Future of Arboriculture: Growing a Sustainable Workforce
In the world of arboriculture, investing in the future goes beyond just planting trees; it’s about shedding light on the industry’s role in our planet’s health and building a professional environment that encourages our industry to thrive. By leaning on some common principles of financial investing – such as compounding interest, patience, diversification and motivation […]

Take a Break
I’m guessing I’m not the only one who feels like this past year absolutely flew by. Lots of travel, big wins at work and home, hustling every day to support the business and my teammates. All while trying to be present at home and supporting kids and social activities. Reflecting, I did not stop and […]

Having a Say on OSHA’s Heat-Illness Standard
Safety and science are words we use on repeat at our company. Making sure our team is well taken care of and goes home safely to their families every day is extremely important to us. And as a south-central Texas business owner, I can say the summer heat this year was intense in our territory, […]

Keepers of the Trees
The tree care industry has experienced significant changes in the last decade, with equipment and communication advancing how many of us do business. Across the developments within arboriculture, the equipment always seems to steal the show. Everyone loves the large, backyard portable buckets and the 100-foot grapple saws. But how are we advancing the art […]

Building a Business with TCIA
Building my tree care business with the assistance of the Tree Care Industry Association has been the secret to my success. TCIA provided me with resources, training and support. Here are some steps you can take to build your tree business with TCIA. After 38 years of being in business, I have found that building […]