Best Rescue Rigging Podcasts (2024)

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Scissor Hands Secrets (with Ashley Hosbach) 1:24:11

3h ago1:24:11

1:24:11

Ashley Hosbach of Dance Moms Season 8 is here to spill on her time at the ALDC coming in as a studio owner herself, the Mama Drama that made the final cut and DIDN’T make the final cut & how she feels seeing her daughter Pressley achieving her dreams in LA as an influencer and musician! Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moment…

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Keeping It COOL (with Pressley) 1:14:49

7d ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Pressley of Dance Moms Season 8 is finally taking the hot seat this week on Leave It On The Dance Floor to talk all things dance, music and the social media world with Abby Lee! She opens up on what the experience was really like auditioning for her favorite show and being given the opportunity of a lifetime participating on the ALDC Junior Elite C…

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TCI EXPO Makes Its Mark: Past Attendees and Exhibitors Share Their Stories 8:58

9d ago8:58

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BY TRACEY MILLER For many attendees, TCI EXPO is not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for tree care professionals, a place to meet new friends and reunite with old ones. The industry is growing and changing rapidly, and many companies bring their whole teams each year. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Fall Protection and Rescue Plans for Nontraditional Job Sites – Case Studies 9:58

11d ago9:58

9:58

BY RUDY RUTEMILLER, TIMOTHY M. WALSH, CTSP, and JEREMY LEWIS In November 2023, at TCI EXPO in St. Louis, Missouri, we three authors presented two case studies where The Davey Tree Expert Company and Petzl worked congruently to find safe and compliant work-positioning solutions for crews on unique and nontraditional work sites. Rember to subscribe t…

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Heartwood and Heart Rot, Part II: Heart Rot – Is It Serious? 9:47

16d ago9:47

9:47

BY CHRISTOPHER J. LULEY, PH.D., AND KEVIN T. SMITH, PH.D. Part 1 of this two-part series, “Heartwood and Heart Rot, Part 1: Are They Important to Arborists?” ran in the May 2023 issue of TCI Magazine. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Vectors: One System for Putting Less Stress on the Tree and Climber 10:42

13d ago10:42

10:42

BY ANTHONY TRESSELT, CTSP As with any technical undertaking, there are various ways to mitigate or dissipate force in our rigging systems. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Where Is the Weak Link? 9:29

13d ago9:29

9:29

BY JEFF INMAN JR., CTSP Do you think about weights when rigging, or just tie stuff on and proceed to cutting? Are you someone who spends time factoring in angles, vectors and the system that needs to be built for the task ahead, or are you just throwing a rope up there and hoping for the best? Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.…

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Kristoffer Rasmussen: “CTSP Is My Most Valuable Credential” 4:03

13d ago4:03

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BY ARABELLA ARDEN “CTSP, it’s who I am,” states Kristoffer Rasmussen, TCIA Accreditation auditor and the owner of arboriststrong.com, a tree care safety consulting company based in Azle, Texas. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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SO YOU BOUGHT A GRAPPLE SAW, NOW WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THAT WOOD 17:05

13d ago17:05

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BY TAMSIN VENN “Getting the tree down is no longer the problem, managing the wood waste is. ‘Now what do I do with all this volume?’ Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Happy Anniversary! 50:52

25d ago50:52

50:52

Happy Anniversary ALDC Elites! Can you believe it’s been one year of Leave It On The Dance Floor?! We are so grateful for every single one of you who listen each week - to celebrate, Abby takes a look back at some of her favorite episodes and guests we’ve had over the last year. Be sure to Subscribe on Patreon so you don’t miss Part 2 of Abby’s Exc…

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Radar Boat Rescue 49:32

25d ago49:32

49:32

Hear Andy's salty sea story of the time FALKEN and her trusty radar was called upon to rescue a boat that dragged her anchor and drifted out to sea without lights, AIS or any crew aboard. Last episode of the season! Please rate us and subscibe to catch us when the next season comes along! -- Join us on The QUARTERDECK, 59º North's online platform, …

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Pathetical IS A Word! (with Ashlee Allen) 1:32:09

1M ago1:32:09

1:32:09

Ashlee Allen, Dance Mom to Brynn Rumfallo is telling all this week on Leave It On The Dance Floor. She talks all things auditioning for Dance Moms, her favorite/least favorite moments from Seasons 5-7 and of course the MAMA DRAMA! Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments/episodes of Dance Moms, Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competiti…

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Radar 49:16

1M ago49:16

49:16

Andy and August are back, this week talking about radar! What is it, and is it a necessary tool for the modern sailor? Plenty of sea stories in this one that might help you decide! -- Join us on The QUARTERDECK, 59º North's online platform, to add your own arguments and to continue the discussion. First two weeks free!…

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A Glimpse at Biochar Options from “The Biochar Handbook” 10:30

1M ago10:30

10:30

BY KELPIE WILSON The following is an excerpt from Kelpie Wilson’s new book, “The Biochar Handbook” (Chelsea Green Publishing June 2024), and is printed with permission from the publisher. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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The Business of Biochar 12:24

1M ago12:24

12:24

BY TAMSIN VENN In February 2024, The Davey Tree Expert Company fired up its new biochar facility in East Dundee, Illinois. The facility recycles wood waste from its many client properties in the Chicago area and turns it into an environmentally friendly soil additive, biochar. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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ANSI A300, Clause 5, Expands Use of Mechanical Pruning 9:21

1M ago9:21

9:21

BY GEOFF KEMPTER Revisions to ANSI A300 standards often reflect emerging research or attempts to balance tree health with economics and safety. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Leading the ALDC Minis to Victory (with Brynn Rumfallo) 50:58

2M ago50:58

50:58

The one and only Brynn Rumfallo (Dance Moms Seasons 5-7) is back for Part 2 of her star-studded debut on Leave It On The Dance Floor for a SPECTACULAR 2-Part sit down spilling all the tea on what it was like coming on the show at 10 years old, being the subject of major Mama Drama both on/off camera and what it was really like being labeled as "The…

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Night Sailing 56:34

1M ago56:34

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How different is it to sail in the dark, and what can you do to make it a safe, fun and even spiritual experience? Turn on your navlights, spin up your radar and join Andy Schell and August Sandberg in the cocpit for a dark night watch. -- Join us on The QUARTERDECK, 59º North's online platform, to add your own arguments and to continue the discuss…

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An Introduction to Supplemental Tree-Support Systems, Part 1: The Need for Supplemental Support 7:34

1M ago7:34

7:34

BY ANDY JONES, CTSP, AND NICK GREENWOOD, CTSP At TCI EXPO ’23 in St. Louis, Missouri, we hosted a training on the show floor called “Cabling Made Easy.” With the assist of our training partner, Thomas Paine, CTSP, we demonstrated our preferred method of cable installation and attempted to explain the merits of this method. Rember to subscribe to TC…

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Mad For Mulches: Single-Species Mulches Can Provide Many Benefits 13:03

1M ago13:03

13:03

BY GLYNN C. PERCIVAL, PH.D. The benefits of a woodchip mulch layer over the root system of a tree are now widely recognized. These include conservation of soil moisture to reduce the detrimental effects of drought and weed suppression, and, as the mulch layer is degraded, the nutrients released provide a valuable organic fertilizer. Rember to subsc…

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Grapple-Saw Safety 11:39

1M ago11:39

11:39

BY HANS J. TIELMANN III, CTSP As a New Jersey Licensed Tree Expert, TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) and TCIA Qualified Trainer, I have witnessed the profound impact that technological advancements have had on the tree care industry. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Selecting One Implement for a Compact Loader or Skid Steer 12:00

1M ago12:00

12:00

BY RICK HOWLAND It’s become a given. Compact loaders and mini skid steers are a godsend for the tree care industry. They come in several configurations – ride in or on, stand on, perhaps articulated, wheeled or tracked. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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In a Diverse Workforce, Building Confidence Is Key 4:44

1M ago4:44

4:44

By TAMSIN VENN As health & safety manager, Josue Palacios oversees the safety training of a largely Hispanic workforce at Rancho Tree Service, a six-year TCIA member company headquartered in Bakersfield, California. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Part 8, Chapter 6: Safety Standards 13:20

1M ago13:20

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Arborists work within an array of regulations, standards and policies. The foundation for these is the federal Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Being the "New Maddie" (with Brynn Rumfallo) 55:31

2M ago55:31

55:31

The one and only Brynn Rumfallo (Dance Moms Seasons 5-7) makes her star-studded debut on Leave It On The Dance Floor for a SPECTACULAR 2-Part sit down spilling all the tea on what it was like coming on the show at 10 years old, being the subject of major Mama Drama both on/off camera and what it was really like being labeled as "The New Maddie" as …

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Watch Systems 47:40

2M ago47:40

47:40

Andy Schell and August Sandberg answers questions from Quarterdeck members! This time tackling the popular topic of Watch Schedules. How do you manage rest, handover and crew pairing to make you passage as safe and enjoyable as possible? -- Join us on The QUARTERDECK, 59º North's online platform, to add your own arguments and to continue the discus…

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The ALDC Idol! (with Mackenzie Sol) 1:21:03

2M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

SInger/Songwriter and ALDC Alum, Mackenzie Sol joins Leave It On The Dance Floor to catch up with Abby on his recent journey competing on American Idol, his struggles & highlights as a musician coming to a new country at a super young age and everything he has in store for his fans of over 12M+! They also open up on some heavy topics like when Abby…

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New Sails for ISBJØRN! 46:01

2M ago46:01

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ISBJØRN's white sails have 60 000 miles on them, and we are making new ones! Andy and August takes this opportunity to discuss how the sails have worked for them, and consider if they would want to change anything. -- Join us on The QUARTERDECK, 59º North's online platform, to add your own arguments and to continue the discussion. First two weeks f…

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Were The Competitions RIGGED?! (with Alex Eriksson) 59:15

2M ago59:15

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The number one question asked to Abby is "Were the competitions on Dance Moms fixed or rigged?" Alex Eriksson who you all know from Sheer Talent Dance Competition featured on countless episodes of the show joins Leave It On The Dance Floor for a deep dive into the ins and outs of the competition world as well as what it was like filming events like…

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Influential Books 1:04:04

2M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

In this CMC Podcast our school instructors Craig McClure, John McKently, LeRoy Harbach, and Jason Ilowite hold a roundtable a discussion about the books, aside from technical manuals, that have been influential to them in their lives and careers. Books mentioned: "The Mission, The Men, and Me" By Pete Blaber"Up the Organization" by Robert Townsend"…

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Can You Be Rescued? 12:55

2M ago12:55

12:55

BY KARSTEN FOERSTER In the various recreational climbing disciplines, you will often hear risk or hazards categorized in two ways: “subjective” and “objective.” Acknowledging and categorizing these different hazards can help us choose the most effective path for mitigation or remedy. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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CHOKEHOLD of the Minis! (with Yolanda Walmsley) 54:30

3M ago54:30

54:30

PART 2! Yolanda Walmsley of the ALDC Mini Dance Moms is BACK for Part 2 of her sit down with Abby Lee Miller to dive more into the drama that ensued from Elliana's Charlie Chaplin routine as well as the CHOKEHOLD the Mini team had on the OG's during Dance Moms Season 6 and 7... Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments/episode…

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The Well-Prepared Climber 10:34

2M ago10:34

10:34

BY JEFF JEPSON The following is an excerpt from the newly revised “The Tree Climber’s Companion,” by Jeff Jepson. This excerpt, mostly new content from Part 1 of the revision, was adapted for TCI Magazine by Jeff Jepson. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Demand Growing for Insulated Compact Lifts 15:57

2M ago15:57

15:57

BY RICK HOWLAND While there may be a slew of reasons for it, one thing seems certain: demand for insulated compact lifts in tree care is growing. In this article, we look at what is driving the increase in demand for insulated models, some of the equipment that is available and its features and benefits. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visit…

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Abby Lee-Union Breakdown 3:26

3M ago3:26

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EXCLUSIVE: Abby Lee Miller is sharing her unfiltered thoughts on the Dance Moms Reunion in our first Patreon-Exclusive Episode of Leave It On The Dance Floor! Visit patreon.com/therealabbylee to hear this live and real-time reaction. We will be back to our regular programming on Tuesday, May 7th This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Med…

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Well What to Do When Things Go Wrong in Tree Climbing 10:27

2M ago10:27

10:27

BY MIKE TILFORD, CTSP, AND RYAN TORCICOLLO, CTSP We all like to talk about, or at least think about, how we are the picture of perfection when it comes to tree work. However, once we really make a mess of the simplest task – maybe involving a throw line at a 25-foot union – we quickly abandon our delusions of grandeur. Rember to subscribe to TCI Ma…

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The One Thing to Rule Them All 12:27

2M ago12:27

12:27

BY JEFF INMAN JR., CTSP Back in November 2023, at TCI EXPO in St. Louis, Missouri, I gave a presentation titled “The One Thing to Rule Them All.” The premise of the presentation was based upon finding one thing we can focus on in our day-to-day work to help with our longevity in the industry, to make sound decisions on the job site and to prevent a…

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Climbing Efficiency 13:21

3M ago13:21

13:21

BY LAWRENCE SCHULTZ When it comes to teaching climbing in the tree care industry, we need to focus more on strategy and efficiency. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Justifying Two Climbers on Takedowns 18:20

3M ago18:20

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BY JIM KASPER Justin Donahue, owner of Donahue Arborists in Honolulu, Hawaii, seasoned International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC) competitor and a veteran tree worker with more than 30 years in the industry, talks from a place of experience. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Part 7, Chapter 5: Emergency Response and Aerial Rescue 25:00

3M ago25:00

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Contact with electrical current is the third-leading source of fatal incidents among arborists. About three-quarters of these incidents are aloft, either to a climber or aerial device operator. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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School Teacher Turned Dance Mom (with Yolanda Walmsley) 45:36

3M ago45:36

45:36

Yolanda Walmsley of the ALDC Mini Dance Moms is joining Leave It On The Dance Floor for a deep dive 2-Part episode telling us how she first decided to audition for the show, struggles she faced during the casting process and advice on how to best handle chaos caused by producers on a reality show! She also goes more into the drama caused by dressin…

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Charlie (with Elliana Walmsley & Jentzen Ramirez) 57:38

3M ago57:38

57:38

Welcoming our first repeat guest, Elliana Walmsley back on Leave It On The Dance Floor to spill the tea about what REALLY went down on Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 8 where she performed her infamous “Charlie” routine with jam-packed MAMA DRAMA starring her mom, Yolanda. She also brings on boyfriend, Jentzen Ramirez to talk about their upcoming proje…

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The Dunning-Kruger Effect and Educating Clients 14:25

3M ago14:25

14:25

BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Everyone providing pruning or removal quotes has come across this situation. You pull up to the next appointment at a house in a well-wooded neighborhood. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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PPE – Overkill, or Not Enough? 8:29

3M ago8:29

8:29

BY TIM AYERS, CUSP Everyone has become familiar with the term PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) over the past few years. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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TCIA Presents Safety Awards for 2023 Operations 12:51

3M ago12:51

12:51

COMPILED By Peter Gerstenberger TCIA annually presents safety awards recognizing individual and/or team actions that may have prevented an injury or saved a life, and for company programs or directives aimed at improving safety. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Improving Safety Culture in the Tree Care Industry 13:37

3M ago13:37

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BY ANDREA SIMONIN The tree care industry faces many challenges regarding safety. From working at heights to working around power lines, and from using heavy machinery and chain saws to driving, tree care workers are involved daily in many high-risk activities. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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JoJo with the Bow Bow! (with Jessalynn Siwa) 1:15:08

3M ago1:15:08

1:15:08

PART 2! The ultimate Momager herself, Jessalynn Siwa joins Leave It On The Dance Floor to unpack the wild ride her and her daughter, JoJo Siwa have been on after starring on Season 2 of Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition, Dance Moms Seasons 5 & 6 and many more ventures to follow. She opens up on what it was like auditioning for the show in the begin…

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Dance Momager (with Jessalynn Siwa) 1:14:07

4M ago1:14:07

1:14:07

The ultimate Momager herself, Jessalynn Siwa joins Leave It On The Dance Floor to unpack the wild ride her and her daughter, Jojo Siwa have been on after starring on Season 2 of Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition, Dance Moms Seasons 5 & 6 and many more ventures to follow. She opens up on what it was like auditioning for the show in the beginning, me…

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Leading With Safety Journey 9:13

4M ago9:13

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BY SCOTT JAMIESON One bright summer day, I was headed to the Baltimore area for a strategic planning session with my executive team. As the plane was on final approach, my pager went off. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Growing With TCIA 12:14

4M ago12:14

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BY AUGUST HOPPE August Hoppe gave the following address after being sworn in as chair of the TCIA Board of Directors during the Association’s annual business meeting, held February 12, 2024, during Winter Management Conference ’24 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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