Producing Utility Arborists: Changing the Industry, Changing Lives
“Before this class, I was a drug addict with nothing; a rough past, nothing in my future, no direction. This gave me something that’s positive. I’m undeniably grateful for everything,” says Terissa, a convicted felon. Terissa, who did not want to use her last name, was talking about the Utility Arborist Program at Alpena Community […]
Tell, Show, Do Is CTSP’s Biggest Takeaway
What was it like for Nick Bomber, district manager for SavATree in Michigan, to be in the first class of tree professionals to earn TCIA’s new Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) credential in 2006? “I was really proud of getting the CTSP and being part of that first group that came through, understanding its importance. […]
Sperry Tree Care: Building a Family Legacy of Excellence
Pursuing TCIA Accreditation during a time of rapid growth at Sperry Tree Care was part of the company’s overall strategic planning, according to owner Rob Miron. His business, based in Eugene, Oregon, has been a TCIA member since 1994 and was accredited in May 2022. Sperry Tree was founded in 1991 by Miron’s stepfather, Nathaniel […]
Creating a Positive and Mindful Workplace Culture
The key component of creating a positive and mindful culture in the workplace is to foster an environment where employees feel cared for and respected. This is, of course, easier said than done.This culture generally has to be encouraged and exemplified by those in managerial and leadership positions. If those in leadership are mistreating or […]
Joe Tommasi Awarded Emeritus Status for CTSP Credential
Joseph Tommasi was one of the first tree workers to enroll in the Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) program when TCIA first offered the credential in 2006. “It got my curiosity,” Tommasi says to explain why he originally pursued the credential. “And there’s something to say for TCIA, and before that when it was the […]