SHOW PREVIEW
November 8-10, 2012, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Md.
Hosted by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), TCI EXPO is the world's largest tree care industry trade show and conference. This annual conference combines the value of a first class
conference education and endless networking opportunities with top industry leaders in business, safety and arboriculture. In 2012, thousands of tree care professionals will descend on the
Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md.,November 8-10, 2012 (pre-conference Nov. 7). With more than 75 hours of education to choose from,attendees
Schedule at a Glance Note:All seminars and events
TUESDAY, NOV. 6 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
TCI EXPO 2012
will take place at the Baltimore Convention Center unless otherwise noted.
CTSP Workshop (Day 1) Peter Gerstenberger Note:Workshop takes place at the Days Inn Inner Harbor, separate registration required.
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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 7 7 a.m.
REGISTRATION OPENS
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. CTSP Workshop &
Certification Exam (Day 2) Peter Gerstenberger Note:Workshop takes place at the Days Inn Inner Harbor, separate registration required.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EHAP – Electrical Hazards Awareness Program Richard Godwin,CTSP,Mead Tree & Turf Care
can earn up to 33 CEUs in just a few days. Earn credits toward CTSP, ISA, PLANET and ASCA recertification. Pesticide credits are also available for many states. The trade show allows attendees to compare equipment, evaluate
new products and take advantage of special show-only pricing. TCI EXPO is also a chance to meet industry leaders and
other tree care professionals. In addition to networking in semi- nars and on the show floor, there are free social events, such as the welcome reception and "meet and greets" around specialized industry topics.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Business Boot Camp for the Beginner Cliff Robbins, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center,and Robert Rouse,TCIA
1 - 5 p.m. Great Customer Service: More Than Just a Good Attitude Richard Gallagher, Point of Contact Group
Invasive Insects CSI: Honing Your Diagnostic Skills Dr.Michael Raupp,University of
Maryland at College Park and Dr. Paula Shrewsbury,University of Maryland
THURSDAY, NOV. 8 6 a.m.
REGISTRATION OPENS
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Harness the Buying Power of Women and Boomers Judith Guido, Guido & Associates
Arborist Safety Update: What Happened in 2012? Dr. John Ball,South Dakota State University
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