Two Tree Guys

#25: Full Episode: Bill Burley

Bill Burley, Lead Trainer of the Strike Team and General Manager at Mowbray’s joins us in the studio. We talk about leadership, competition, attitude, and more. Listen and learn from the best in the industry!

#24: Full Episode: Hans Tielmann and Travis Vickerson

Hans Tielmann and Travis Vickerson join us for a pop-in studio visit! Hear what
these two industry titans have to say on this episode of Two Tree Guys.

#23: The Mike Drop - 7 Key Steps to Succeeding in the Tree Industry

Mike drops his knowledge this week about how we are in the Age of Big Data. It is necessary you monitor your statistics in the tree service industry. Also, Mike shares his 7 key steps to achieving this and more. Check out this great episode.

#22 What’s Your Story? Patrick Morgan

Industry leader, Patrick Morgan joins us to share his story. ”Birds of a feather, flock together. If you want to be better, be around better people. Surround yourself with those people who challenge you to step up.” - Patrick.

Don't miss this great episode as he shares his tree industry secrets and more...

#21: What’s Your Story? Phil Ruiz

Phil Ruiz, a CA native, joins us as a first-generation arborist. He shares his passion for teaching at Mount San Antonio College. “I want to give back to where I started.” - Phil. He currently runs one of the largest landscape companies in the world. Don’t miss this great episode.

#20: What’s Your Story? Alex Raab

Alex Raab, a graduate of Appalachian State University joins us from Charlotte, North Carolina to share his passion for teaching fellow tree care industry people how to earn respect in the industry. Start from the literal ground and be the best “glorified outdoor janitor” you can be. Until you have raked a pile of leaves equivalent to the size of a football field, you don’t really understand the industry. You will get a raker’s elbow and it hurts. If you can figure out a way to be ok with that lifestyle then you have earned the right to get in that tree!

#19: Full Episode: VSG - Tripp Wycoff and Tom Andersen

Tripp Wycoff (named one of the most admired CEOs of 2019 and also known as the chief squirrel herder) and Tom Andersen (Vice President, Sales & Customer Service) join us from Vertical Supply Group (VSG) to share how they got to the top in the tree care industry. Both are currently running the world’s largest manufacturer, online retailer, and distributor of arborist tools and equipment at VSG. Do not miss this truly epic episode as both of these men share how they are working at enhancing product development, manufacturing, and equipment supply. They are changing the tree industry for the better. VSG also created a trust fund called the FallenFamilies Fund to help people hurt in the industry. Don't miss this great episode as they share industry secrets and more...

#18: What’s Your Story? Cameron Kuklick

Our guest, Cameron Kuklick, at the young age of 30, has already left his mark in the tree industry! He is a college graduate, a Certified ISA, and a tree care specialist at Sennebogen. Cameron joins us to share his industry experience. Cameron’s adventure began at Davey’s as a Climber, Crew Leader, Foreman, etc. Learn how he grew himself into a very successful Sales Specialist at Sennebogen and more.

#17: The Mike Drop-First 5 Letters Framework

Our guest, Mike Volkin, serial entrepreneur, author of 7 books (one best-seller), and 5 business exits joins us to discuss his 5 key steps to building a successful business in the tree care industry. Learn about his "First 5 Letters" Framework!

#16: Full Episode: Mark Shipp

Mark Shipp, founding broker of Arbor Max, Senior Executive Vice President for Hub International, and simply known for being a great hugger, standing at 6ft 7in tall joins us to share his 28 years of industry knowledge. Mark became a top leader in tree care insurance and risk management. He is a tried and true guru, a good friend, and more. Learn How to Become a Tree Care Industry and Risk Management Guru!