Two Tree Guys

Phil Rogacki & Jared Abrojena
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Professional tree-industry veterans Phil Rogacki & Jared Abrojena are hanging out, sipping a cold one, and talking about the day. Come along as Phil & Jared expand your view of what the tree service industry is about and how it infinitely intertwines with innovation, history, adventure, the great outdoors, the future, and, oh yeah, beer.

  1. #182: What’s Your Story? – Kevin Hamm

    3D AGO · VIDEO

    #182: What’s Your Story? – Kevin Hamm

    Kevin Hamm’s passion for trees began in high school and grew into a lifelong career. After years of tree work on a college campus and at a federal prison, often while working two jobs, he launched Hamm’s Arbor Care following a major 1998 storm. Kevin weathered the 2008 downturn without filing for bankruptcy and rebuilt over the next decade. Today, his company runs on a strong employee-first culture, family involvement, and education, while his Game of Trees YouTube channel and work in Guatemala highlight his commitment to the arborist community.

    34 min
  2. #181: What’s Your Story? - Zach Czirr

    6D AGO · VIDEO

    #181: What’s Your Story? - Zach Czirr

    Zach Czirr of HAIX Boots shares his journey from beer marketing to building premium footwear brands for first responders in the U.S. Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Zach has always been a marketing guy with a passion for elevating strong brands. After a life-altering cliff-jumping accident at 29 that shattered his heel, quality footwear became deeply personal. Now based at HAIX’s North American headquarters, Zach helps grow a European-established brand in the U.S., highlighting why HAIX boots, built with bull leather and top-tier craftsmanship are made to last.

    30 min
  3. #180: Innovation Talk - Jalen Rocha - Husqvarna New Battery Powered Top Handle Chainsaw

    JAN 26 · VIDEO

    #180: Innovation Talk - Jalen Rocha - Husqvarna New Battery Powered Top Handle Chainsaw

    Jalen Rocha joins Innovation Talk to discuss Husqvarna’s latest battery-powered top handle chainsaws and the shift toward electrification in the arborist industry. Covering the Central Valley, Bay Area, and Northern Nevada, Jalen shares his journey from ArborWorks to becoming a passionate advocate for innovation in tree care. The episode highlights the new T542i XP, featuring a true clutch (a key industry differentiator), quieter operation than gas, easier startup, a digital oil sensor, optional heated handle, and smart battery technology with ActiveCool. Built to stay in the cut without overloading the motor, the saw, and the precision-focused 540 model, is ready for California’s battery-powered future.

    22 min
  4. #179: Safety Talk - Chris Phelps of Paramount Tree Services and Bob Lehman of Academy Trained - OSHA and Safety Programs

    JAN 19 · VIDEO

    #179: Safety Talk - Chris Phelps of Paramount Tree Services and Bob Lehman of Academy Trained - OSHA and Safety Programs

    In this episode, we dive deep into OSHA, safety culture, and what it really takes to build a safer tree care company. Chris Phelps, owner of Paramount Tree Services in Williamsburg, Virginia, and Bob Lehman of Academy Trained break down Paramount’s “Year of Safety,” the role of TCIA, and why cutting corners isn’t worth the risk. From OSHA 10 & 30 training to job site analyses, tailgate meetings, aerial rescue, and fire mitigation planning, this conversation covers how certifications, JHAs, and documented safety programs create accountability and protect both crews and companies. A must-listen for anyone serious about arboriculture, compliance, and long-term success in the outdoor industry.

    29 min
  5. #182: What’s Your Story? – Kevin Hamm

    JAN 13 · VIDEO

    #182: What’s Your Story? – Kevin Hamm

    Kevin Hamm’s passion for trees began in high school and grew into a lifelong career. After years of tree work on a college campus and at a federal prison, often while working two jobs, he launched Hamm’s Arbor Care following a major 1998 storm. Kevin weathered the 2008 downturn without filing for bankruptcy and rebuilt over the next decade. Today, his company runs on a strong employee-first culture, family involvement, and education, while his Game of Trees YouTube channel and work in Guatemala highlight his commitment to the arborist community.

    34 min
  6. #178: What’s Your Story? - Jason Numemacher

    JAN 13 · VIDEO

    #178: What’s Your Story? - Jason Numemacher

    Jason Numemacher talks about his path from a hardworking upbringing with a single mom and three brothers to leadership in the tree care industry. After burning out in debt collection, he moved into tree service management, where his skills in systems, communication, and sales helped grow companies and advance him to general manager. Now a partner at Elite Tree Service, Jason focuses on coaching, sales, and helping tree businesses grow through better leadership and strategy.

    28 min
  7. #177: Innovation Talk - Kyle Ellis and Boel Hammarstrand - Solidur

    12/31/2025 · VIDEO

    #177: Innovation Talk - Kyle Ellis and Boel Hammarstrand - Solidur

    Kyle Ellis and Boel Hammarstrand share their arborist journeys and dive into Solidur’s evolution from a post-WWII French footwear company to a modern, eco-responsible PPE manufacturer. The episode highlights Solidur’s newest tree climbing boot, designed specifically for SRT, featuring an innovative rope-through-the-sole system, EU-made materials, waterproof construction, and customizable fit—built and tested by working arborists for real-world climbing.

    25 min
  8. #176: What’s Your Story? - Elizabeth Rodewald - TCIA

    12/26/2025 · VIDEO

    #176: What’s Your Story? - Elizabeth Rodewald - TCIA

    Elizabeth Rodewald, Manager of Corporate Engagement at TCIA, shares her journey from growing up in a Southern California forestry family to discovering her purpose in the tree care industry. After studying horticulture in New York and a brief stint in the fashion world, a bad experience pushed her to seek work that truly matters. Now at TCIA, she’s driven to make the industry safer, elevate education, and support the people who keep tree care moving forward.

    51 min
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Professional tree-industry veterans Phil Rogacki & Jared Abrojena are hanging out, sipping a cold one, and talking about the day. Come along as Phil & Jared expand your view of what the tree service industry is about and how it infinitely intertwines with innovation, history, adventure, the great outdoors, the future, and, oh yeah, beer.

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  • Creator
    Phil Rogacki & Jared Abrojena
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    183
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Two Tree Guys

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