TCIA Business Lounge
Stop for a pop-up educational session! Located right across from TCIA’s booth, next to the registration area on the 300 level, the business lounge will hold informal sessions and networking opportunities, focused on TCIA’s six domains critical to the success of any tree care business.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Bob Rouse, Senior Vice President, Business Support & ANSI A300 Secretary
Unlock your sales potential with TCIA’s exclusive member resources! Get a tour of TCIA’s extensive suite of sales tools and strategies to help you grow your business. Learn how to leverage free resources, including sales templates, checklists, and more, to effectively boost your sales and marketing efforts. Discover how these valuable tools can drive business growth and enhance your success in the tree care industry.
Time: 8:30 – 9:00 am
Domain: SALES & MARKETING
Don Staruk, Editor, Tree Care Industry Magazine, Susan DiPietro, TCI Magazine Managing Editor/Website Editor, Dennis Schaefer, Art Director, TCI Magazine
TCI Magazine editorial staff will be on hand to discuss how you can write for and contribute to TCI Magazine and the support we provide to new writers. Want to have your company featured in the magazine? Learn about opportunities for member companies to have staff or the company profiled or the work the company does be featured.
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 am
Domain: SALES & MARKETING
Virginia Gregoire, Director, Educational Strategy and Development, TCIA, Robin Kennedy, Course Developer, TCIA
Explore the Crew Leader Qualification program and see how it can benefit both your business and your team. Join us for an insightful Q&A session where we’ll look at the critical role of crew leaders in the arboricultural industry. The Crew Leader Qualification is an advanced employer credentialing program that can help lower injuries, increase productivity and save money.
Build on your leadership skills and Crew Leader Qualification, you prove that you have learned enhanced leadership skills necessary to do the job and do it well.
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 am
Domain: TRAINING
Irina Kochurov, Director, Credentialing Programs, Sarah J. Martin, Manager, CTSP Program
Recharge and reconnect! Join your CTSP peers to connect, ask questions and share stories about the CTSP Program and learn from other CTSPs including successes and challenges. TCIA’s Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) program is the only individual safety credentialing program in the industry and is designed to address several of the safety challenges that tree care companies face.
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Domain: SAFETY
Irina Kochurov, Director, Credentialing Programs, Jarryd Beats, Manager, Quality Assurance of Training Programs, Sarah J. Martin, Manager, CTSP Program
Test your knowledge, compete with your peers, and have a chance to win exciting prizes. This meetup is a great opportunity to learn, play, and connect with others in a friendly, competitive environment.
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Domain: SAFETY
Friday, Nov. 8
David F. White, CAE, President & CEO, TCIA, Amy Tetreault, Executive Vice President, TCIA
Join Dave and Amy for a TCIA Town Hall focused on the direction of YOUR trade association. Dave will paint the big picture of where TCIA is going. Amy will help connect the dots between the vision of TCIA and what that means for you – our members – and your day-to-day. This is your chance to discuss the vision of TCIA and ask Dave and Amy questions!
Time: 8:30 – 9:00 am
Domain: BUSINESS STRATEGY
Bob Rouse, Senior Vice President, Business Support & ANSI A300 Secretary
Connect and collaborate with fellow TCIA Accredited and aspiring companies enrolled in the TCIA Accreditation Program! Share insights, best practices, and challenges as you navigate the accreditation process together. Let’s learn and grow as a community.
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 am
Domain: BUSINESS STRATEGY
David F. White, CAE, President & CEO, Peter Gerstenberger, Senior Vice President, Industry Support and a representative from Ulman Public Policy
Learn about and inquire about current issues and advocacy efforts of TCIA around OSHA Tree Care Operations Rulemaking, OSHA standard for arborists, immigration reform, funding for urban and community forestry projects and much more. Learn how you can make your voice heard through the TCIA advocacy and regulatory initiatives.
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 am
Domain: ADVOCACY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Bob Rouse, Senior Vice President, Business Support & ANSI A300 Secretary
Gain valuable insights from our latest benchmarking and compensation survey! Discover new industry trends and financial performance insights, along with key findings on wage and benefit statistics, DEI benchmarks, and pay transparency data.
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Domain: BUSINESS STRATEGY
This private reception is an exclusive gathering for individuals who are interested in or currently part of our peer-to-peer groups-a dynamic, self-governing collective of forward-thinking company leaders. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals who are committed to sharing their insights, expertise, and industry experiences. Engage in meaningful conversations, exchange strategies, and collaborate on best practices aimed at driving personal, professional, and business growth. Whether you’re a seasoned peer group member or exploring group membership, this reception promises valuable networking and the chance to contribute to a community of business leaders in the tree care industry.
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Saturday, Nov. 9
Don Staruk, Editor, TCI Magazine, Susan DiPietro, TCI Magazine Managing Editor/Website Editor, Dennis Schaefer, Art Director, TCI Magazine
Ever feel lost, confused or underwhelmed while searching for answers to arboricultural questions? Whether you’re shopping for a grapple crane or trying to figure out how to incorporate PHC into your business, TCI Magazine’s website offers you a powerful “search engine” with the mapping and fresh content you need to grow your business or improve your arboricultural knowledge. In this interactive pop-up session, TCI staff will demonstrate how to harness the power of the TCI Magazine website to find the tree care information you are looking for. They will use the popular topic of starting a PHC business as their example.
Time: 8:30 – 9:00 am
Domain: SALES & MARKETING
Erin Demers, Manager, Workforce Recruitment & Retention, TCIA
Learn about quality safety training resources and grant opportunities available through TCIAF’s Arborist Safety Training Institute (ASTI). Find out how you can access free training, and education!
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 am
Domain: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Bob Rouse, Senior Vice President, Business Support & ANSI A300 Secretary, Erin Demers, Manager, Workforce Recruitment & Retention,
Discover how networking with fellow business owners can reduce stress, streamline operations, and boost your bottom line. TCIA provides events, mentorship programs, and peer-to-peer opportunities to connect you with a supportive community and support your business growth
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am
Domain: BUSINESS STRATEGY
Erin Demers, Manager, Workforce Recruitment & Retention,
Discover how TCIA’s Arborist Apprenticeship Training Program can impact employee recruitment and retention. Learn more about how this program ensures apprentices are eligible for the ISA Certified Arborist Exam!
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 am
Domain: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) Booth
Stop by the TCIA Booth, located in the lobby of the convention center, to connect with the TCIA team and learn about all the resources in the TCIA toolbox to help you advance your business!
Here’s what ‘s happening at the booth. It’s the place to go to:
Discover all the training, credentialing, and certificate programs available to help you advance your career through TCIA membership.
Explore the TCIA Tree Care Academy Training Hub: Get a firsthand look at our revolutionary new training platform that’s transforming online learning in the tree care industry.
Connect with the TCIA Engagement Team: Get personalized business support and learn how to leverage TCIA’s resources for your growth.
Discover TCIA’s Business Solutions Suite: Explore the range of products and services designed to help you succeed.
Learn About TCIA’s Mentoring Ecosystem: Find out how you can benefit and get involved with all our mentoring programs.
Shop our Merch Store to get your souvenir from TCI EXPO ’24! Pick up a t-shirt or sweatshirt for a you or a family member or to commemorate your TCI EXPO experience!
Take a “selfie” at the TCI Magazine Selfie Wall!
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Connect with
the TCIA CONNECT App!
Download the TCIA CONNECT app and set up/log in with your TCIA account. Access exhibitor info, scan badges, message other attendees on the app, and set up your agenda to never miss a thing. The app is free and a great resource for anyone attending the TCI EXPO 2023!
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