STIHL – Mark Chisholm, CTSP
Choosing the right tools isn’t always straightforward—but learning from the pros can make it easier. In this session, top climbers and fallers share what they look for in their gear to meet the demands of daily work and how those choices help them perform at their best. Bring your questions and hear real-world advice and solutions for tackling the toughest challenges the industry throws your way.
Biography
Chisholm, Mark, CTSP – Aspen Tree Expert Company
Mark is a third-generation arborist who works with his father Steve, mother Laura, and brother Steve for the family-owned Aspen Tree Expert Company. Mark has won ISA New Jersey Chapter Tree Climbing Championship 21 times. He is also a past president of the New Jersey chapter of the ISA and is a 3-time World Champion. The ITCC in Tampa, Florida 2015 marked the 20th time Mark has placed in the top 5 overall. He is the creator and owner of the interactive TreeBuzz.com website, which sees over 80,000 users each month.
He is a licensed tree expert with the state of New Jersey, an ISA Certified Arborist, and a TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP). Mark is also a spokesperson for STIHL Inc.