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industry publications in an effort to share information with industry partners and the general public. Many press releases are focused on WTS promotions and appointments of leadership.

Members from all levels of the WTS team write articles that are submitted to various industry publications on a variety of topics that appeal to that publication’s readership. Publications include the Utility Arborist Association’s magazine Utility Arborist Newsline, T&D World Magazine, Arborist News, RE Magazine, and more – in both digital and print formats. Notable articles include topics on safety, diversity and inclusion, crisis management, continuing education and more.

Publications & Press Releases

WTS distributes press releases to local and national news entities as well as industry publications in an effort to share information with industry partners and the general public. Many press releases are focused on WTS promotions and appointments of leadership.

Members from all levels of the WTS team write articles that are submitted to various industry publications on a variety of topics that appeal to that publication’s readership. Publications include the UAA’s magazine Utility Arborist Newsline, T&D World Magazine, Arborist News, RE Magazine, and more – in both digital and print formats. Notable articles include topics on safety, diversity and inclusion, crisis management, continuing education and more.

Social Media

WTS recognizes that social platforms can be powerful digital communication tools for sharing ideas and exchanging information. We are committed to using social media to promote our brand and maintain communications with current and prospective employees, customers, business partners, vendors and suppliers, and the general public. WTS is focused on ensuring that its use of social network platforms serve its need to maintain its brand identity, integrity, and reputation while minimizing risks to the company, its customers, and employees. Employees who post to social media should be mindful that their online activities do not violate our social media policy.

FY2022 Social Media

WTS uses LinkedIn and Facebook to share updates about our company to employees, clients and the community.

Vendor

Policies such as Supplier Code of Conduct and Supplier Diversity Policy that our suppliers or service providers are required to follow were finalized. We seek out those that share our vision and follow a similar mission to reach our goals. We strive to work with local providers in our community. We understand that those we choose to work with will uphold our reputation in the community and with our current and future clients.

Industry Wildfire Training

WTS provides presentations on aspects of wildfire safety at conferences and meetings. Representatives from utility clients have and can attend trainings given to WTS employees. If additional clients are interested in having a wildfire safety training given for their employees or desire additional training for WTS employees in their area, the WSC Wildfire Mitigation Manager coordinates.

Community Outreach SECOND CHANCE PROGRAM

WTS created a Second Chance Program through conversations with local probation offices, work release and halfway houses. The program aims to provide a structured work environment for folks that are looking for a second chance. The program hired on its first employee in fiscal year 2021 with plans to hire more employees in the coming years.

During 2022, the program continued to grow and thrive with several employees who started out from the Second Chance Program that have continued their employment with WTS and received promotions. At the end of 2022, WTS had hired five employees. These employees are climbers, equipment operators, a driver and one that is an absolute vital part of our chip crew. These employees were given the opportunity to travel to South Carolina, where they had the opportunity to have new experiences and create bonds that will last a lifetime.