On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Bill Hickman, Training Director of Heartwood Tree Service, to discuss the benefits of becoming an arborist apprentice. About Heartwood: For over 40 years, Heartwood Tree has cared for the trees of the Charlotte area and have expanded our services to Asheville as well as the Lake Norman area. As the first tree service company in North Carolina to be accredited by the Tree Care Industry Association, we have grown our business by practicing the science and standards of keeping trees healthy, and performing services safely. Heartwood views their Purpose as “Empowering people as tree stewards.” They empower them by creating emotional connections through people to trees. This is an experience and a service they provide to their employees, clients, and community. Their passion is the driving force to our relationships with each other and their surroundings.