named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Awards Program
Annual recognition of excellence in the field including the Distinguished Arborist Award, Research & Education Award, and Gold Leaf Award for community beautification
ISA TRAQ Program
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification training consisting of a 2-day course and assessment, providing standardized risk evaluation methods for arborists
Summer Workshops
Regional educational events covering topics such as pest management, oak wilt, fertilization, and pruning techniques at locations like Draves Arboretum
Winter Conference
Annual educational conference featuring expert presentations, vendor exhibitions, and networking for arboriculture professionals across New York State
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Offers continuing education and training programs for arborist certificationProvides educational courses, including a 2-day Tree Risk Assessment Qualification program approved for 14.5 ISA Continuing Education Units, and supports members in earning DEC and ISA continuing education credits to maintain or achieve certification.
- Supports ISA certification and credentialing for arboristsOffers resources, credentialing guides in English and Spanish, and information about the ISA certification process for Arborist, Municipal Specialist, Utility Specialist, Tree Climber Specialist, and Master Arborist credentials, promoting professional recognition based on tested knowledge in tree care.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administers professional recognition and awards programsPresents annual awards at the Winter Conference and manages an online nomination process to recognize excellence and contributions within the arborist profession.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Facilitates professional networking and information exchange among arboristsProvides platforms for arborists and tree care professionals to exchange knowledge on the care, maintenance, and conservation of woody ornamentals, including through conferences, meetings, and online resources.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 1 activity
- Hosts annual and regional educational conferences and workshops for arboristsOrganizes an annual educational conference and regional workshops covering topics such as tree pest management, fertilization, pruning, and pesticide regulations, providing a forum for professionals to learn about industry trends, network, and engage with vendors.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Promotes research, education, and public interest in tree careAdvances the understanding of the care and benefits of trees, shrubs, and their environment through educational initiatives and by fostering research and public engagement in arboriculture.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$255K
Contributions & grants$65K25%
Program service revenue$168K66%
Investment income$22K8%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$212K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$378K
Cash$55K
Investments$296K
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$361K
Liquid reserves19.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +26.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 13
- ANGELO SCHEMBARI — PRESIDENT
- BEN OSBORNE — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL GAIDASZ — DIRECTOR
- DUCEP MORENO — DIRECTOR
- JIM DUBLER — PRESIDENT ELECT
- JOHN WICKES — IMM PAST PRES
- JOSH GALILEY — DIRECTOR
- KASEY CHAMBERS — DIRECTOR
- MARGARET LAPP — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD NELSON — TREASURER
- RON ROGERS — VICE PRESIDENT
- WAYNE CAHILLY — DIRECTOR
- WAYNE DUBIN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- American Society of Consulting Arborists Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- Bartlett Tree Experts Partner — Recipient of the Gold Leaf Award for community landscape contributions.
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Partner — Partners with CALS to connect communities with research-based solutions
- College of Human Ecology Partner — Partners with the College of Human Ecology to provide research-based resources to communities
- Cornell Cooperative Extension Partner — Collaborates with extension experts to deliver educational content on tree pests and management.
- Cornell University Network — Collaborates with Cornell University to deliver research-based programming
- Cornell University Network — Recognized multiple times through award recipients affiliated with the institution.
- ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Network — Administers the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program under the ISA framework and awards ISA CEUs for course completion.
- International Society of Arboriculture Network — Parent professional society affiliation for the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter
- International Society of Arboriculture Network — Participates in the ISA Certification program as the New York State chapter.
- Long Island Arborcultural Association Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- Lori Brockelbank Partner — Serves as an NYSA ISA Certification Liaison.
- Madison Square Park Conservancy Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- NY Botanical Garden Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- NYS Urban Forestry Council Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- New York Botanic Garden Partner — Recipient of the Gold Leaf Award for contributions to community landscape beautification.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Hosts presentations from DEC staff on pesticide regulations and updates.
- Resorts World Catskills Partner — Host venue for the 2026 NYSA Annual Conference.
- SUNY Morrisville Network — Faculty member recognized with the Research & Education Award.
- Society of Municipal Arborists Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- Studio136, a division of the Association Development Group, Inc. Partner — Design partner responsible for website development.
- Tour des Trees Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
- Tree Care Industry Association Partner — Partner organization linked from the New York State Arborist ISA Chapter website
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Peer-Validated Certification for Industry Credibilitymethodology: professional-certificationBy using peer-recognized certification, we strengthen trust and professionalism in arboriculture because formal validation of competence signals quality and accountability to clients and the public.
- Professional Development and Knowledge Sharing Networkmethodology: professional-development-networkingBy organizing workshops, conferences, and peer-driven events, we advance arboriculture as a profession because structured knowledge exchange and networking improve individual competence and collective industry standards.
- Research-Based Professional Advancementmethodology: research-and-education-recognitionBy recognizing and integrating research and education into professional practice, we improve arboriculture outcomes because evidence-based methods produce more effective, credible, and sustainable tree care.