GET TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL ARBORISTS

Who We Are

Why You Can Count On Us

At Seattle Tree Care, all our projects, from pruning to stump grinding and everything in between, are handled with exceptional Arborist care from one of our ISA Certified and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified Arborist project managers.

Our project managers use their years of experience, insight, and perspective from the tree service industry to create custom tree care solutions for each of our clients. Whether it’s helping a homeowner determine if it’s time to remove a tree or explaining what options a business owner has for trimming the trees lining their storefront, our Arborist Project Managers design tree service solutions that encourage Seattle’s urban forest to survive and thrive alongside Western Washington’s human residents.

In order to provide the top-notch service we are known for, we recruit and keep an incredible team. Our company offers livable wages, advancement opportunities, and paid trainings, along with great benefits. For you, this translates to peace of mind as you can rest assured that the Seattle Tree Care team working on your property is more than qualified for the job.

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WHY WE CARE

OUR CORE VALUES

  • 1

    We love trees

    Our love for trees unites us in practicing the art & science of tree care.

  • 2

    Everyone home safely

    When making decisions, we always prioritize safety first. Then we identify problems and implement solutions that maximize efficiency.

  • 3

    Focus on the client & all else will follow

    The foundation of our company is exceptional customer service. Today, we thrive by anticipating client needs.

  • 4

    Stay flexible

    At our core we are optimists. We see the challenges around us and know we will find solid solutions by working together and continuously improving.

  • 5

    Be honest

    We are fair, transparent, and we do the right thing. 

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Registered Tree Service Provider: LIC-TSP-18512

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Registered Tree Service Provider: 104

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Meet Our Team

Peter-Gruenwoldt

PETER GRUENWOLDT

Owner and Founder
ISA Certified Arborist PN-6127A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite Tree: Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii)
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Kelsey-Gruenwoldt

KELSEY GRUENWOLDT

Seattle Tree Care Owner and CEO
ISA Certified Arborist PN-9267A
Favorite Tree: Pacific madrone (Arbutus menziesii)
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Flavia Onufrei

FLAVIA ONUFREI

Director of Operations
Favorite trees: Alpine larch (Larix lyallii) & flowering plum (Prunus triloba)
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Joe Garrity

Joe Garrity

Arborist Crew Production Manager
Favorite tree: Dawn redwood (Metasequoia)
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Ethan Childs

ETHAN CHILDS

Project Manager & Plant Health Care Manager
ISA Certified Arborist PN-8693A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
WSDA Commercial Applicator #102553
Favorite Tree: Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
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Patrick Boyle

Patrick Boyle

Project Manager
ISA Certified Arborist PN-8918A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
American Society of Consulting Arborists Member
Favorite tree: Paperbark maple (Acer griseum)
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Jason-Harmon

Jason Harmon

Project Manager
ISA Certified Arborist PN-8359A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite tree: Pacific dogwood (Cornus nutallii)
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Michael Moore

MICHAEL MOORE

Project Manager
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist #NJ-1162BT
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite trees: Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) 
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Christina-Cameron

Christina Cameron

Associate Arborist
ISA Certified Arborist PN-9408A
WSDA Commercial Applicator #106489
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite Tree: Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides)
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Jess Chaney

Jess Chaney

Office Administrator
Favorite Tree: Nothern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides)
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Mary-Gallant

Mary Gallant

Project Coordinator
Favorite Tree: Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica)
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Danielle-Palmer-Friedman

Danielle Palmer-Friedman

Marketing Coordinator
Favorite Tree: Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle)
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George Bruno

Yard Manager
Favorite Tree: New Jersey White Oak (Quercus alba)
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James-Morlidge

James Morlidge

Fleet Coordinator & Mechanic
Favorite Tree: Weeping willow (Salix babylonica)
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Marcus-Leitch

Marcus Leitch

Production Coordinator
ISA Certified Arborist PN-8856A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite tree: Deodar cedar (Cedrus deodara)
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Chase Burum

Arborist Crew Lead
Incidental Line Clearance Arborist
Favorite Tree: Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)
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Adam Shahan

Arborist Crew Lead
ISA Certified Arborist PN-8796A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Favorite Tree: Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
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Moises Lorenzo.

Moises Lorenzo

Arborist Crew Lead
ISA Certified Arborist PN-9604A
Incidental Line Clearance Arborist
Favorite Tree: European oak (Quercus robur)

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Sarah-George

Sarah George

Arborist Crew Lead
ISA Certified Arborist PN-9308A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Line Clearance Certified
Favorite tree: Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)
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Russell-Durfee

Russell Durfee

Arborist Crew Lead
Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP)
Favorite Tree: Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)
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Jeremy-M-Jones

Jeremy M Jones

Arborist Crew Lead
Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP)
Favorite tree: Monkey puzzle (Araucaria araucana)
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Sean-Gaddis

Sean Gaddis

Horticultural Crew Lead
Favorite tree: Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa)
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Nick-Banks

Nick Banks

Arborist Grounds Crew
Favorite Tree: Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica)
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Ryleigh-Hartung

Ryleigh Hartung

Arborist Apprentice Climber
Favorite tree: Madrona (Arbutus menziesii)
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Donta Jones

Arborist Climber
Favorite tree: October Glory Maple (Acer rubrum)
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Peter-Olthoff

Peter Olthoff

Arborist Grounds Crew
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WSDA Commercial Applicator #105751
Favorite Tree: Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla)
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Richard-Rogers

Richard Rogers

Arborist Apprentice Climber
Favorite tree: Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica)
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Justin-Thyer-Aspiri

Justin Thyer Aspiri

Arborist Climber
Favorite tree: TBD
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Keaton-Grimm

Keaton Grimm

Arborist Apprentice Climber
Favorite tree: Madrone (Arbutus)
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Emma Zimmerman Greenlee

Emma Zimmerman Greenlee

Arborist Grounds Crew
Favorite tree: Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
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Arne Barrans

Arne Barrans

Arborist Apprentice Climber
Favorite tree: Monkey puzzle (Araucaria araucana)
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Ricky

Ricky

Favorite tree: Southern Live Oak (Quercus virginiana)
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Cameron Stecki

Arborist Grounds Crew
Favorite tree: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
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Kyle Cormick

Kyle Cormick

Arborist Grounds Crew
Favorite tree: Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)
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Seattle Tree Care is an Arbor Day Foundation partner, donating a portion of proceeds to offset our carbon footprint through tree planting programs.