2026 Annual Conference and Tradeshow

Location: La Vista Conference Center
Sugarloaf I Meeting Room

Registration for the Exam can be found at www.isa-arbor.org. Limited space available.

Location: Manhattan I

Location: Windsor V

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Dr. Andrew Koeser
Title: Tree Risk Assessment - Perception Vs Reality 

Description: Urban tree risk is frequently assessed through the lens of perception rather than hard data, as the true level of risk is often unknown. These perceptions are shaped by personal experiences, professional training, and individual risk tolerances, which can vary widely across practitioners. As storm-related data accumulates, we gain valuable insights into how our judgments align with actual outcomes—offering a path toward more accurate and objective tree safety assessments.

Speaker Bio:
Andrew Koeser, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Urban Tree and Landscape Management at the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center. His work bridges applied research and outreach, with a focus on tree risk assessment, urban forest resilience, tree species diversity, and policy. A past recipient of the L.C. Chadwick Award and the Past President of the Florida Chapter of the ISA, Andrew is deeply involved in advancing best practices across the arboriculture profession. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, led numerous funded research projects, and mentors graduate students working at the intersection of science, policy, and practice

Location: Windsor V
1 Management / Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Chris Rippey & Jason Cutler

Title: Mock Deposition for Consulting Arborists

Description: Chris and Jason will present a mock deposition where they will present a scenario an arboricultural consultant being grilled be a coached opposing attorney. The attorney will pick apart the consultant’s arborist report, highlighting its flaws and letting the consultant respond to their criticisms. This exercise will be educational for those who have never been to a deposition and/or had their report critically reviewed.

Speaker Bios:
Jason Cutler, Arbor Cutler; BCMA and ASCA Consulting Academy Graduate

Chris Rippey, Missouri Arborist Company; RCA and BCMA    

We are both veterans in the tree game with years of in-field and office experience.

Location: Windsor I-IV

Location: Windsor V

Speaker: Eric North
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Title: Growing Hope: Trees and tree care for livable communities

Description: Remaining positive and seeing the value of tree care and urban forestry in a complex world. The resilience of tree care professionals and communities combined with scientific understanding are the key for future urban forests.

Speaker Bio: Dr. Eric North is the program manager of urban forestry at the Arbor Day Foundation and leads the Tree City USA recognition program. He is a former university professor, has served on various state and local tree boards, worked with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) as an Associate Editor of their scientific journal, and served on various ISA committees.

Location: Windsor I - IV

Location: Smash Park - La Vista
https://smashpark.com/la-vista/

Walk (carefully) across the parking lot for some friendly competition with bowling, food, drinks and fun!

Please RSVP on your Registration if you plan to attend!

Click HERE if you’re interested in Sponsoring the Fun Activities - Bowling, Axe Throwing or Pickleball!

Location: Dapper III
1 Practice & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Speaker: Skyler Delmott
Title: Eat Your Trees
Description: Most people think of trees as providers of shade, oxygen, and beauty but what if we started seeing landscape trees as food sources as well? As arborists, we have the unique opportunity to deepen our own understanding of trees while offering clients a fresh perspective on their landscapes. This talk explores how commonly overlooked landscape trees such as hackberry, black walnut, redbud, and spruce and others provide edible resources that enhance nutrition, sustainability, and our personal connection to trees. Through engaging photo demonstrations, we’ll identify edible parts of various trees and discuss their uses. Just as importantly, we’ll examine how incorporating this knowledge into client interactions can set arborists apart as true tree experts, strengthening trust and increasing the perceived value of tree care services. By sharing insights on the hidden benefits of trees, arborists can inspire greater appreciation and long-term investment in tree health. We’ll highlight sustainable foraging practices, ensuring that trees remain a renewable and thriving resource while helping clients see their landscapes in a new light.
Speaker Bio: Skyler Delmott is a Board Certified Master Arborist, and Registered Consulting Arborist with Wellnitz Tree Care. With deep roots in Kansas, Skyler blends hands-on tree care with sharp consulting insight—offering everything from pruning and plant health care to expert witness testimony, appraisals, and risk assessments. Known for clear communication, real-world solutions, and a knack for teaching, Skyler connects with everyone from homeowners to industry pros. Whether leading a safety training, speaking at a garden show, or foraging wild edibles, he brings passion, precision, and a touch of humor to the table.

9:40 - 10:40 AM
1 Practice & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Brian Luedtke
Title: Canopy Conservation - Practical Preservation Practices
Description: Learn about the MN Conservation Arboriculture Research Program at the University of Minnesota - Department of Forest Resources with an in depth discussion of modern tools and techniques for practical tree preservation. Hear stories of success, failure and, cautionary tales. Explore the applications of reduction, subordination, restoration, retrenchment, tipping, topping, and heading. Included union therapy? Decay assessment? Species failure profiles? Experience the difference between science and practice from a research practitioner. Leave confused, but inspired!
Speaker Bio: Brian is the principal investigator of the MN Conservation Arboriculture Research Program at the University of Minnesota - Department of Forest Resources and also the owner of Holistic Tree and Forestry, a tree and forest preservation specialist company. When not climbing trees or cruising forests Brian enjoys dissecting and preserving dead trees using his sawmill.

10:40 - 11:00 AM
Break with Exhibitors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1 Practice & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Bob Henrickson, Nebraska Forest Service
Title: Native Trees for Urban Landscapes
Description: From the eastern woodlands to the panhandle pinelands, there are a plethora of great native trees to plant in our communities. Trees native to Nebraska and neighboring states, that grow well in many urban garden situations. Bob will provide you the inspiration and knowledge to select and plant a variety of regionally native trees, tough, adaptable trees that deserve to be planted more.
Speaker Bio: Bob Henrickson is the Horticulture Program Coordinator with PlantNebraska,  a private, non-profit organization and program of the Nebraska Forest Service. His responsibilities include assisting affiliated arboretum sites with plant collection and to acquire and propagate native and other plants for plant development and sales. Bob co-hosts a gardening talk show on a community radio station in Lincoln. He is passionate about native plants, herbs, wild mushrooms, and wild edible plants.

Location: Dapper II
1 Science & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Speaker: Dr. Stephenson
Title: Identifying and Managing Insect and Disease Pests of Trees
Description: This session will provide forestry professionals, arborists, and land managers with practical diagnostic tools for identifying significant insect and disease pests of trees and forests across the Midwest Region. Participants will learn field-based identification techniques, including diagnostic signs that can be recognized without laboratory confirmation and critical symptoms that require further testing. The presentation will introduce a diagnostic decision framework to guide systematic field identification and differentiate common pests from look-alikes. The session will also address emerging threats to tree health across the Midwest. For these pests, participants will learn to recognize early symptoms and understand the critical role of vigilant arborist professionals in early detection of emerging pests. The goal of this presentation is to equip participants to make confident, accurate diagnoses and appropriate management decisions based on understanding of tree biology, environmental factors, and pest ecology.
Speaker Bio: Dr. Stephenson currently serves as Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.  His teaching includes Introduction to Plant Diagnostics, Organic Farming and Food Systems, Edible Landscapes, and Horticulture Plant Sciences Laboratory.  His research focuses on evaluation of environmental, economic, and social factors related to food system sustainability. An additional area of interest is the integration of food plants into urban and rural landscapes.  Dr. Stephenson received an M.S. in Entomology, M.S. in Plant Pathology, and Ph.D. in Horticulture from Mississippi State University.  Prior to taking a position at UNL, Dr. Stephenson worked with Mississippi State University Extension for 11 years with a focus on small-scale farms, urban agriculture, and urban forestry.

9:40 - 10:40 AM
1 Science & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Dr. Andrew Koeser
Title: Post Storm Restoration Pruning
Description: After the initial emergency response subsides, attention shifts to evaluating the fate of trees that remain standing. Questions like “How much canopy loss is too much?” and “Which trees are likely to recover?” become central to the decision-making process. This talk will explore these issues in depth, offering a practical roadmap for post-storm restoration pruning to guide arborists and urban foresters toward informed, resilient outcomes.
Speaker Bio: Andrew Koeser, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Urban Tree and Landscape Management at the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center. His work bridges applied research and outreach, with a focus on tree risk assessment, urban forest resilience, tree species diversity, and policy. A past recipient of the L.C. Chadwick Award and the Past President of the Florida Chapter of the ISA, Andrew is deeply involved in advancing best practices across the arboriculture profession. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, led numerous funded research projects, and mentors graduate students working at the intersection of science, policy, and practice

10:40 - 11:00 AM
Break with Exhibitors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1 Science & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Kendra Wagner, Rainbow Ecoscience
Title: Global Movement, Local Damage: Managing Invasive Woodborers in North American Forests
Description: Invasive insect species pose significant risks to ecosystems, agriculture, and urban environments, with global trade and travel serving as primary drivers of their spread. This talk examines the patterns of invasive insect movement worldwide, emphasizing the factors that increase invasion risk and the limitations of current phytosanitary measures. Within the United States, the discussion highlights how these species establish and spread, including pathways of introduction, secondary dispersal, and the role of human activity. Case studies on key invasive species will illustrate their ecological and economic impacts while underscoring the challenges of managing these pests. Strategies for risk assessment, early detection, and integrated management will be explored, offering actionable insights into mitigating the threats posed by invasive insects.
Speaker Bio: Kendra Wagner is a Research Scientist at Rainbow Ecoscience, where she oversees nationwide research trials. She has a background in tree care specializing in tree injection, arboriculture, and integrated pest management (IPM). She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from the University of New Brunswick, along with a diploma in Urban Forestry. Kendra attended Mississippi State University for her Ph.D. in Forest Entomology, where she conducted international trials focusing on the effects of drought and forest management on invasive species. At Rainbow Ecoscience, Kendra focuses on drought-related research and the development of management strategies for invasive insect species.

Location: Dapper I

8:30 - 9:30 AM
1 Management, Urban Forest & Utility CEU Awarded
Speaker: Kristen Bousquet & Mac Martin, Arbor Day Foundation
Session Title: Powering Partnerships: Growing Utility Impact Through Strategic Tree Distribution
Description: Utilities continue to lead by example through Tree Line memberships and commitment to solid tree practices – thank you for prioritizing safe, strategic, and sustainable utility forestry. In this session, I’ll highlight how utilities across the country are partnering with us to streamline tree distribution programs that support customer engagement, energy efficiency, and vegetation management goals. Learn how technology-driven tools can automate logistics, simplify tree replacement or rebate programs, and provide education and metrics needed to demonstrate measurable community and environmental impact all while reinforcing the “Right Tree, Right Place” principle.
Speaker Bio: Justin McQuistan is a Manager of Community and Utility partnerships at the Arbor Day Foundation. He focuses on work with city municipalities, non-profits, and utility organizations to demonstrate the role trees play in developing sustainable communities.

9:40 - 10:40 AM
1 Management, Urban Forest & Utility CEU Awarded
Speaker: Leah Morris, Davey Tree Expert Co.
Session Title: Drone Forestry Opportunities
Description: An overview of the use cases for drones and technology in forestry and utilities Where we examine how the technology is transforming safety, how we map, inspect tree health and control undesirable vegetation with a focus on spray drones.
Speaker Bio: Leah Morris, B.A., is a current FAA Certified small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) pilot for commercial use and geo-spatial technician. She holds additional certification in multiple states as a Commercial Aerial Pesticide Applicator with categories in Aquatics and Right-of-Way, ITC Level 1 (sUAS) Thermographer, and Beyond Visual Line of Site drone operations. Leah is focused on quality and safety when using drones in applications of utility inspections, vegetation mapping and control with spray drones.
Prior to joining the Geospatial and Software Support Services team, Leah worked with our Utility Vegetation Management operations as a Utility Forester where she was responsible for our Chicago consumers with ComEd Electric. Her responsibilities included performing field inspections and creating work orders for emergency utility and tree work. Leah originally started with Davey Tree in 2020 with our Residential and Commercial Department as a Plant Health Care Technician where she gained experience as a pesticide applicator, fertilizing, diagnosing and treating tree disease and pest issues.

10:40 - 11:00 AM
Break with Exhibitors

11:00 - 12:00 PM
1 Practice, Urban Forest & Utility CEU Awarded
Speaker: Wes Tregilgas, Wright Tree Service
Title: Utility Storm Work – Unloading wires under tension a teaspoon at a time.
Description: This session will show videos of the injury disaster potential and lack of control from approaching wires under tension in storm conditions the traditional way and why the practice of “tying the wires down” doesn’t exactly provide safety to the extent needed. New industry approaches to solving these hazards will be shown with methods that are much more predictable, controlled, and proven successful during Hurricane Helene along with sharing some case studies of jobs that went wrong and why.
Speaker Bio: Wes is the Safety, Education and Training Manager for Wright Tree Service and has worked for large investor-owned utilities and vegetation management contractors after operating a residential / commercial arboriculture company he started in 1999. Whether it is chairing ISA tree climbing competitions or leading peer reviews of the US Dept of Energy with NERC practice groups, Wes has found there to be something to learn and share with others from every aspect of Arboriculture. Wes’ favorite tree to climb is Sugar Maple, favorite tree to sit under is Eastern Hemlock, and favorite tree to cut down is the Bradford Pear.

12:00 - 1:30 PM
MWISA Awards Luncheon & Membership Meeting

1:30-2:30 PM
1 Practice, Urban Forest & Utility CEU Awarded
Speaker: Wes Tregilgas, Wright Tree Service & Tim Walsh, Townsend Company, LLC
Title: Busting Safety Myths: Advancing a Smarter Approach to Safety in Utility Vegetation Management
Course Description: Busting Safety Myths challenges outdated safety beliefs that hinder progress in Utility Vegetation Management. This presentation dismantles common misconceptions like “frequency breeds severity,” “all accidents are preventable,” “root cause,” and “zero incidents are the goal.” By exposing the flaws in these ideas, we’ll explore a more effective, modern approach to safety—one that prioritizes learning, risk management, and human performance. Attendees will leave with a fresh perspective on improving safety culture and outcomes.

2:40 - 3:40 PM
1 Science, Urban Forest & Utility CEU Awarded
Speaker: Liz Westburg, Growth Solutions
Session Title: Oops, I Sprouted Again - Epicormic Growth After Pruning
Course Description: Epicormic buds begin to sprout shortly after tree pruning is complete. This talk delves into the basics of the science behind the cause of rapid post-pruning regrowth and what is actually occurring in the tree. Most importantly, we will take a look at specific control methods that can be used to minimize aggressive resprouting, including chemical options and specific pruning practices. While examples in this talk are all from utility arboriculture, these practices will aid in any structural pruning efforts.
Speaker Bio: Liz Westberg is originally educated as a Wildlife Ecologist, earning her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Since transitioning to the Utility Arboriculture industry, she has earned the ISA Utility Specialist and Professional Utility Vegetation Management credentials. Liz has held several roles for Growth Solutions – a tree growth regulator application company – including operations, quality assurance, safety, technical training, and most recently business development; and has been speaking on tree and safety topics around the country. She was awarded the Will Nutter Silver Shield Award for safety contributions to the industry in 2024, and currently chairs the Utility Arborist Association safety committee.

3:40 - 4:00 PM
Break with Exhibitors

Location: Windsor V

A full meal will be served as you network with attendees and attend the MW-ISA Business Meeting. Awards will take place at the luncheon.

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Ondrej Kolarik, Adbian
Title: Unlocking Insights Through 3D Scanning: Future of AI in Arboriculture

Description: In the past four years, extensive integration of 3D scanning and biomechanic calculations emerged as a crucial tool. By refining tomographic data with precise stem geometry, we’ve uncovered invaluable insights for tree care specialists. This presentation will spotlight this approach’s remarkable value through compelling case studies across nine countries, driving substantial savings by protecting hundreds of trees from felling and over-pruning. Join us to explore the synergy between 3D scanning, AI, and the ever-evolving world of arboriculture. This presentation dives into the evolution of Advanced Biomechanical Analysis, showcasing its innovative approach to assessing tree stability and risks. We explore the seamless integration of 3D scanning technology, photography analysis and artificial intelligence, unraveling how Adbian analyzes tomographic data to evaluate factors crucial for understanding a tree’s response to external forces.

Speaker Bio: Ondrej Kolarik, a graduate in Innovation Management from the Czech Technical University, is the founder and CEO of Adbian. Passionate about blending technology with environmental sustainability, Ondrej has spent the last five years working with a dedicated team of researchers and programmers to develop Adbian. This software tool for consulting arborists leverages 3D scanning and biomechanical analysis to enhance tree stability assessments, helping arborists make better-informed, data-driven decisions. 

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Sydney Hudzinski
Title: Are You a Crew Leader or a Crew Boss? The Difference Between Pointing Fingers and Extending a Hand

Course Description: In arboriculture, the best climbers and arborists often get promoted into leadership roles. While the higher pay and new title seem appealing, too often these individuals receive no real training on how to lead. They may have the helmet and the authority—but instead of being leaders, they’re just crew bosses.

The problem doesn’t stop there. Crew members themselves are rarely encouraged to lead in their own way. Many fall into the trap of waiting for orders, ready to respond with that all-too-common phrase: “That’s not my job.”

This presentation will explore what it truly means to lead. You’ll learn the difference between inspiration and manipulation, and how to build your crew members up instead of breaking them down. You’ll discover how to shift from using and exhausting your team to inspiring and improving them—so that everyone grows together.

Speaker Bio: Sydney stumbled into the tree care industry six years ago. She spent the first year working on herself and gaining credentials. After that her true passion showed in mentoring. Quickly she found roles in different organizations helping teach and mentor others in the industry. One of her biggest passions is helping the next generation in arboriculture. Sydney brings a burst of energy and laughs when working with others in any environment. Making the day so much more fun and engaging for everyone. No one wants to be cranky while working hard!  

For work her full-time job is for a municipality in Minneapolis, MN. There she takes care of the urban canopy for the city. She also is an assistant instructor for the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop®. Volunteering as well with the Minnesota Society of Arboriculture on their Programs and Education Committee and helps instruct at multiple events. As well as working with the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point instructing at their tree climbing class every semester. If not instructing, she will present or attend industry conferences and expositions. If not pursuing any of those passions, she is competing at Tree Climbing Competitions. 

Sydney graduated from the University of Minnesota, Duluth with a B.S. in Biology. During that time, she worked in a plant physiology lab on a research project. Her love for trees and nature goes all the way back when she was a pipsqueak following her dad through the woods. If Sydney is not traveling or tree climbing you can find her on a trail with her seven-year-old English Springer Spaniel, River. They both love hiking, camping, or upland bird hunting. 

Location: Seattle I & II

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Hanna Pinneo, Nebraska Forest Service
Title: Rooted Together: Engaging Communities to Grow Resilient Community Forests
Description: This session explores how PlantNebraska engages communities to create resilient, people-centered community forestry programs across Nebraska. Attendees will learn why community involvement is essential for long-term tree success and how collaborative approaches—such as volunteer-powered planting days, local stewardship training, and focused engagement—strengthen both canopy and community. Through case studies and practical tools, participants will walk away with strategies they can apply in their own towns to build lasting partnerships, boost tree survival, and inspire local ownership of community forests.
Speaker Bio: Hanna Pinneo is the Executive Director of PlantNebraska, formerly the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, a nonprofit dedicated to planting Nebraska for healthy people, vibrant communities, and a resilient environment. With a background in education at the Nebraska Forest Service and the Lincoln YMCA and a Master of Public Administration from UNO, Hanna is passionate about strategic leadership and building partnerships that help Nebraska communities thrive through the power of plants.

Location: Windsor I-IV

Join us for an Mix & Mingle in the Vendor Hall - Drinks and Hors D’uerves will be served. A Silent auction in support of the Tree Fund will be held adjacently.

Join us for MWISA Trivia Night and Tree ID as some extra activities for the evening social!

Invitation Only

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Mariah Menzie
Title: Beyond Bandages: Psychological Response Training – Addressing the Missing Element in Safety Training

Description: Arborists excel at physical safety training, yet the industry rarely addresses how psychological responses influence crisis outcomes. During high-stress events—such as severe accidents—mental and emotional reactions can directly affect decision-making, crew communication, and even survival. This session introduces Psychological Response Training (PRT), an evidence-based, industry-specific approach to preparing arborists for the mental demands of crisis situations. Participants will learn how the initial period of denial during an accident can mean the difference between life and death, and how cultural barriers within the tree care industry—such as the “toughness” mindset—create improper expectations and hinder effective emergency response. The presentation will also show how PRT can be seamlessly integrated into existing safety and technical trainings without requiring additional hours or costly programs. By addressing the often-overlooked psychological side of crisis response, arborists can build safer, more resilient crews and improve outcomes in the moments when they matter most.

Speaker Bio: Mariah Menzie is a Board-Certified Master Arborist (MW-5715B), a Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP), and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified. Based in Norman, Oklahoma, she is a multi-faceted professional whose expertise spans consulting, IT management, research, and workforce training.
Mariah has achieved several historic milestones in her field, including becoming Oklahoma's first female Master Arborist and the first woman from Oklahoma to represent the Midwest ISA in the 2019 ITCC. Her pioneering spirit and dedication to advancing the industry have earned her recognition in the Oklahoma Museum of Oral History's "Women in STEM Careers", celebrating her groundbreaking accomplishments and inspirational journey.

Location: Windsor I-IV

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speakers: Tim Rinne & Kay Walter, Hawley Hamelt
Title: Negotiating an Urban Farm in the City Core
Course Description: The Hawley Hamlet Neighborhood Garden is an Urban Agriculture project located just 12 blocks from downtown Lincoln, Nebraska. In a standard 2-acre residential block with 16 single-family dwellings and no vacant lots, over 4/5 of an acre (the equivalent of 80 yards of a football field, sideline to sideline) has been converted from lawn to horticulture—including vegetable beds, native pollinator gardens, berry brambles, grape arbors and an urban orchard of 60 fruit and nut trees. Twenty households are now annually growing some of their own food—and getting to know their neighbors.

The story of the Hawley Hamlet is something that co-founders Kay Walter and Tim Rinne yearn to see retold all across America. During their presentation, these two “Hamleteers” will explain how the Hamlet originated and how they have worked collaboratively with Lincoln city government, local utilities and their neighbors over the past 15 years to create this vibrant social and agricultural model in the built urban environment.
Speaker Bio: Before retiring, Kay Walter was a professor in the University for Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries and a founding director of

the Center for Digital Research in the Humanities, a joint program of the Libraries and the College of Arts & Sciences.

Tim Rinne served as the executive director of a social nonprofit organization and now serves as the Co-Chair of the

"Mayor's Community Committee on Local Food" in the City of Lincoln, NE. When in their late 60s, Tim and Kay were

officially designated as “Beginning Farmers” by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Location: Windsor V
1 Management & Urban Forest CEU Awarded
Speaker: Stephen Lane
Session Title: Urban Forestry: Turning Data Into Action

Course Description:
Urban Forestry: Turning Data Into Action - Tree inventories and public surveys have started to become more commonplace in our public organizations but translating data into action isn't always easy and writing the plans that accomplish this certainly isn't either. How do we get this complex information communicated effectively to create comprehensive plans which accomplish real and prioritized goals? And possibly more importantly, how do we ensure we are capturing the right data in the first place to provide solutions to our actual problems, and the concerns of the communities we serve? Join Steve as we take a walk into the deep woods of how data and communication come together in a management plan to achieve real, tangible results. Also included in this session will be an update to the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification program's 3.0 rollout, and how this might impact municipal forestry programs and their risk management planning.

Speaker Bio: Steve Lane is a Board Certified Master Arborist, TRAQ Instructor, and currently serves on the ISA Board of Directors. He has been in the Arboriculture and Urban Forestry space for 20 years, and currently owns his own business, The Response Growth Collective, which focuses on industry growth and education as well as consulting in risk management, urban forestry management planning, GIS Services, and workforce development in the Forestry and GIS spaces.

Thank you for attending the 2026 MWISA Annual Conference and Tradeshow. See you next year in Tulsa!