Both Emerich and Haehnel prove that the key to industry strength and fu- ture success is shared knowledge and collaboration. LEGACIES THAT LAST Throughout the tree care industry, many companies are working hard to be examples of compassion, quali- ty, sustainability, and innovation. The specific initiatives these companies champion illustrate an amazing broad- er truth: Tree care companies are shaping not just landscapes but legacies. These industry efforts are not simply side projects, but essential invest- ments, and they ensure both trees and the people who care for them con- tinue to flourish for decades to come. Our work fosters healthier communi- ties, supports future generations, and strengthens the industry from within,
From left to right, Kieran Yaple, ArborAWARDS board member and Mike Zuba from Stanley Tree Service. Mike developed two groundbreaking safety systems: the Elevator Warning Lights System and the Cage Guard System.
so “paying it forward” is an industry culture that companies want to sup- port for years to come.
dollar. It’s hard to make a difference,” Emerich said. “We hope that other people in our industry recognize the value of that and want to do some- thing different.”
“It’s easy to go to work and make a
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