July 2025 Edition Read a message from CEO Randolph Hoover, check out the MVV Recognition Program Quarterly Winners, and learn about our new blogs! Introducing A Message from Randolph Hoover I am pleased to introduce XKIG, our new parent company. You may have seen this name in some of our communications already. XKIG will operate through our subsidiaries—Xylem Tree Experts, Kendall Vegetation Services, and River City Construction, our recently added partner—to safely and professionally support our customers’ delivery of reliable energy to the communities they serve. Together, we maintain and protect vital utility infrastructure, ensuring the lights stay on for millions of Americans. This is an exciting time in our company's history. We continue to grow both organically and through acquisition, and we continue to take market share from our competition as the customers we serve want a true partner committed to innovation and excellence. And of course, when future natural disasters occur, XKIG’s rapid-response teams will be among the first on the scene, restoring critical services and building community resilience. Driven by an unwavering commitment to the communities in which we live and work, XKIG combines the key strengths of our subsidiaries—as well as advanced technologies, strict safety standards, and top workforce retention—to deliver superior service on a large scale. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome River City Construction, founded in 1975 and based in Washington, North Carolina. The company provides utility infrastructure construction and maintenance in North Carolina, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, and West Virginia. As one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in the Mid-Atlantic states, it has adapted its services to meet evolving regional power, telecommunications, and alternative energy needs. With River City, we are excited to expand into adjacent business lines beyond Xylem and Kendall vegetation management services. Together, all subsidiaries have tremendous opportunities for synergistic growth. Look for future XKIG announcements, including a new website, in the weeks to come. You can view our landing page now . In the meantime, you can like and follow our XKIG pages here: Blog: “A Storm Is Brewing: Readiness & Response” by Chuck Minter, Vice President of Resource Readiness Whether the weather is forming, storming, or norming, our Central Office team is always ready. Our latest blog highlights the round-the-clock support for our storm response and recovery efforts, which are focused on keeping our field operators safe and our customers well-supported: [A Storm Is Brewing: Readiness & Response - Kendall Vegetation Services ] June GF School is Complete! We wrapped up another great GF School session with the following 10 attendees: Harvey Freeman, David Gamble, Anthony Burton, Shawn Potter, Michael Rosario, Jesus Arreguin, Daniel Valdivia, Steve Garrison, Jorge Torres, and Fausto Lopez. Mission Vision Values Employee Recognition Program Quarterly Award Winners After introducing the Mission, Vision, and Values Recognition Program in February, it’s now time to announce our first quarterly award winners! Team members were initially nominated by their Regional Managers. These nominations were then reviewed by an impartial panel of judges who selected an outstanding employee for each of our core values. Here are the winners! Core Value Trust: Eduardo Avelar Paz Kendall Region 4 "He is a trustworthy employee. Any task given, he gets it done safely and efficiently. He is always praised by our OC and always keeps in mind the safety of his brothers and sisters out here in the field. Eduardo has shown great improvement throughout his time with Kendall." Core Value Transparency: Steve Harper Kendall Region 4 "Steve Harper, he has been with the company for almost two years but has lots of experience (30) years, he does the roles of assistant general foreman when another general foreman is out, he also goes out and checks on tickets and talks to customers when need too." Core Value Respect: Gonzalo Gamez Kendall Region 4 "Gonzalo Gamez, productivity. He has lots of experience, very good productive climber he does a lot of production for his crew, very safe when it comes to remove over hangs, he does it safe and efficient, he is also a very good teacher when a new guy comes in." Core Value Unity: Wilber Perez Alvarado Kendall Region 4 “I nominate Wilber for Unity, the employee has stuck with the company through thick and thin, always gets along with any crew he is assigned to and always looks at the positive side of the situation.” Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in Kirksville, MO, and to the following 15 team members who obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A: Pintle Hook Restriction: Triston Brodeur, Collin Parker, Marvin Guynn, Caleb Stevens, Dylan Taylor, Zach Fretueg, Steve Heiens, Vincent Wilkinson, Michael Trione, Colby Haynes, Tyler Durham, Scott Bruns Class B: Dylan Timms, Tony Johnson, Adan Villatoro We applaud these employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! Our next training sessions will be held in Buffalo, NY, on August 1-2, Chattanooga, TN, on August 15-16, Auroa, MO, on August 15, and Hamlet, NC, on August 29. For more information about the CDL program, contact Tim Haynes at thaynes@xylemtree.com . Work Anniversaries Congratulations to all Kendall employees who celebrated milestone anniversaries this past quarter. Thank you for your contributions to our company’s success. Here’s to many more years ahead! Click the button below to see the employees who hit milestone anniversaries. View Now Compliments for the Crew Starla K., a mail carrier in Warrington, MO, called to say she crosses paths almost every day with Garlayn Love , one of our employees. He helped her maneuver her mail truck through the Kendall vehicles the other day. She said that he was so polite and knew that she was trying to do her job just like they were. Starla wanted the team to know how much she appreciated him! Compliments for the Crew A resident emailed thanking our crew (James Trotter, Jaimey Williams, Dallas Rappley, and Maurice Byrd ) who cleared out hurricane debris from around their power service line. She said they were so overwhelmed with the job. Our crew was a huge blessing and helped them so much. Great work! — Amanda J. Harlem, GA Compliments for the Crew "This is a reach out to James Gooing and Michael Shoup to thank them for their work and their friendly way of communicating what they would be doing. In the end, how they cleaned up was above and beyond helpful for us older folks. Larger pieces of wood are difficult, but they made it very manageable, and I so thank them for that." — Jane S., Saint Peters, MO Compliments for the Crew Dewey P. from Montezuma, GA, called in to brag on a crew member by the name of Jeff Winkler . He stated that, "Jeff had done an excellent job at his address and believes Jeff needs a raise! Hard workers like Jeff are hard to find." 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Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site for more information about all things benefits related! xkig.hrbenefits.net Wellness Wednesdays For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com Open enrollment is coming October 20-31! Any changes you make will start January 1. This is your chance to add, drop, or update coverage without needing a qualifying life event. If you don’t make changes, your current benefits will automatically carry over into 2026. Important: If you’re on the Anthem 6500 plan with an HSA, you’ll need to choose a new HSA contribution amount for 2026 to keep contributing. You will start receiving text messages and emails with more details in the near future. Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Did you know that 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer? Early detection saves lives. Here are some tips: Get the prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test starting at age 40. Talk to your doctor about your risk factors and family history. If you’re a survivor, share your story to inspire others. Here is more information on prostate cancer screening: Screening for Prostate Cancer | Prostate Cancer | CDC . CDC - PHQ Depression Questionnaire This October 9 is Depression Screening Awareness Day. Having depression is more than a bad day or the blues. It can interfere with your daily life. Find symptoms and treatment here. Also, here is a depression screening tool . The good news is that depression is very common and can be managed. Our two EAP options are available 24/7 and can help you with depression, anxiety, or whatever else life throws your way. Lincoln Financial EmployeeConnect EAP: Check out the flyer here . Spanish version here . Anthem EAP: When you call, say you work for XKIG . More information can be found here . Telemedicine for Flu Season We like using software programs to track our fleets and assets. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) uses FluView Interactive , a surveillance system to see where flu can be found this season. This is also a good time of year to remember your telemedicine benefit. Whether you have a cold, you’re feeling anxious, or need help managing your medication, you can have face-to-face visits with a board-certified doctor, psychiatrist, or licensed therapist from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Go to livehealthonline.com or download the free mobile app from the App Store® or Google Play™. Boosting Your Benefits Get Ready for a New Team Walking Challenge! Our next team walking challenge is called Health is Wealth. It will begin November 8 and last for six weeks. Start with 5,000 steps per day and finish strong with 6,000 steps per day. As we gear up for the holidays and a busy time of year, consistency is the best investment! For questions about your benefits, please email: benefits@wakendall.com Are you a new hire? Remember, you have 30 days to sign up for benefits. Visit our Benefits site for more information about all things benefits related! xkig.hrbenefits.net

October 2025 Edition Read a message from CEO Randolph Hoover, check out the MVV Recognition Program Quarterly Winners, and learn about our new blogs! A Growing A Message from Randolph Hoover Hello and welcome, everyone. First, I am happy to share that Sterling Investment Partners has completed their first-ever continuation vehicle recapitalization of XKIG, which underscores the firm’s confidence in our performance and long-term potential. Thank you to every member of our team who has helped make XKIG—and all our subsidiaries—Kendall, River City, and Xylem—what they are today. You can read Sterling’s press release here . As we continue to grow and strengthen our organization, I am pleased to bring Thomas Contracting into the XKIG group of companies. Founded in 2000 and based in Tennessee, Thomas Contracting is a respected provider of vegetation management and utility line clearance services across the Southeast. The company will operate across all XKIG subsidiaries in supporting the reliable delivery of energy to communities across the nation. At XKIG, we pride ourselves on combining the expertise, resources, and relationships of our subsidiaries to deliver seamless, high-quality solutions to our customers. Through shared services in safety, HR, technology, marketing, and finance, we strengthen each brand’s ability to grow efficiently and focus on what they do best. Our integrated model also allows us to cross-sell complementary services, expanding our partnerships with utilities while ensuring consistent excellence at every touchpoint. Thank you for your continued hard work and commitment to excellence. Together, we are shaping the future of infrastructure services and ensuring that the lights—and opportunities—stay on for the communities we serve. If you haven’t already, please like and follow our XKIG pages here: Blog: “Mr Hoover Goes to Washington" At the end of September, our CEO, Randolph Hoover, represented our company and the broader vegetation management industry at the Tree Care Industry Association’s Legislative Day in Washington, D.C. Joining 40 other industry leaders, he met with members of Congress to advocate for key priorities shaping our work and the nation’s safety—including an OSHA standard specific to tree care, proactive wildfire risk reduction, invasive species control, and workforce development. His message was clear: our industry stands at the intersection of public safety, environmental stewardship, and infrastructure resilience. Together, we’re helping to protect people, power, and the planet. Read more here: Mr. Hoover Goes to Washington - Xylem Tree Experts September GF Schools are Complete! We wrapped two great GF School session with the following 22 attendees: Alex Smith, Kyle Ogle, Aaron Jones, Tanner Wheeldon, Joshua Morgan, Henry Rayo, Abraham Sanchez Navarrete, Carl Dixon, Dayner Velasquez, Alberto Ocampo, Shane Munroe, Gabriel Ruiz, Marcos Soriano, Henry Vasquez Melendez, Jose Maradiaga, Allen Weeks, Michael Ramsey, Reinaldo Vasquez, Brent Bauer, Zimri Munoz, Todd Tietge, and Josue Campos. Mission Vision Values Employee Recognition Program Quarterly Award Winners After introducing the Mission, Vision, and Values Recognition Program in February, it’s now time to announce our first quarterly award winners! Team members were initially nominated by their Regional Managers. These nominations were then reviewed by an impartial panel of judges who selected an outstanding employee for each of our core values. Here are the winners! Core Value Trust: Derald Hankins Kendall Region 4 "A man of his word, [people] personally call on him to complete a task and know it's done correctly. " Core Value Transparency: Matthew Lopez Kendall Region 4 "He is always prepared and always continues to keep learning the job, he started as groundman and moved up fast." Core Value Respect: Charlie Jones Kendall Region 4 "A long-time employee that other employees look up to, always willing to share his experience with others." Core Value Unity: Jesus Arreguin Kendall Region 4 "Because he is always providing good climbers, the number one guy to lead crews to storm and bid prizes." Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in South Bend, IN, and to the following 5 team members who obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A: Pintle Hook Restriction: Nathaniel Postelle, Michael Collins, Christopher Adkins Class B: Johnathan Warren, Kenley Hawkes We applaud these employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! We are going to hold off on classes until the first of the year. For more information about the CDL program, contact Tim Haynes at thaynes@xylemtree.com . Work Anniversaries Congratulations to all Kendall employees who celebrated milestone anniversaries this past quarter. Thank you for your contributions to our company’s success. Here’s to many more years ahead! Click the button below to see the employees who hit milestone anniversaries. View Now Compliments for the Crew Your crew working down Hwy 163 is doing amazing. They have been working hard for a few weeks clearing power line right of ways. And this is so important to our area as we get outages due to down trees constantly. I want to say thank you and great job. - Tawnie M., Riceville, TN Compliments for the Crew I want to brag on Erich Meeker regarding a landowner interaction we had earlier this week. Erich was spotting for the helicopter when an irate landowner came out of the tree line on a tractor at high speed, driving directly at him. He only had a couple of seconds to react but was able to radio the pilot to raise the saw up before having to move out of the way to avoid the tractor. His quick reaction helped avoid a more serious situation. Just wanted to pass this along. - Client in Texas We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

January 2026 Edition Read a message from CEO Randolph Hoover, learn how to access your W-2, and hear about our upcoming employee app! My A Message from Randolph Hoover Happy New Year to the entire XKIG team! As we begin a new year, I want to thank each of you for the hard work, dedication, and pride you put into your jobs every day. Whether you’re in the field, yard, or office, your commitment to safety, service, and teamwork drives our success and keeps our communities powered and connected. Speaking of teamwork, we will send a separate announcement about our 4th Quarter MVV program once the winners are selected. Look for it in your inbox. Looking ahead, I’m excited to share an important update: the upcoming launch of MyXKIG, our new intranet app. This platform was designed with our field employees in mind and aims to make your workday easier. MyXKIG will act as a central hub for the information and resources you need — everything from work tools and company updates to pay details and key documents — all easily accessible. MyXKIG shows our commitment to offering you better tools, clearer communication, and easier access to what matters most. By bringing everything together in one place, we cut down on frustration, save time, and help you stay focused on doing your job safely and efficiently. We will provide more details soon on how to access and use MyXKIG, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of it once it launches. This is just one way we are investing in our people and continuing to build a stronger, more connected XKIG. Thank you again for everything you do. I wish you and your families a safe, successful, and rewarding year ahead. If you haven’t already, please like and follow our XKIG pages here: Machines That Power XKIG: Inside the Heavy Equipment Behind Safer, Smarter Right-of-Way Clearing Our newest blog, “Machines That Power XKIG: Inside the Heavy Equipment Behind Safer, Smarter Right-of-Way Clearing,” explores the powerful fleet supporting our industry-leading ROW operations. From high-horsepower grinders and chippers to versatile excavators, precision dozers, and reliable haul trucks, each piece of equipment is designed to improve safety, speed, and dependability in tough terrain while helping us reduce outage risks and better serve communities. It’s not just about having more machines; it’s about having the right machines to boost performance, increase efficiency, and deliver the consistent results our partners rely on every day. Read more here: Machines That Power XKIG: Inside the Heavy Equipment Behind Safer, Smarter Right-of-Way Clearing  | XKIG It's Tax Season Click here to learn more about accessing your W-2 from the UKG app. Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in Knoxville, TN, and to the following 10 team members who obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A: Roberto Gamez, Ryan Smith Class B: James Scott, Brandon Lewis, Abraham Anmdrades, Jarrod Powel, Cody Cray, Michael George, Jacob Bateman, Josiah Dunlap We applaud these 10 employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! Our next training sessions will be held in Johnson City, TN, on February 6-7, Suffolk, VA, on February 20-21, Macon, GA, on March 6-7, and Ludington, MI, on March 20-21. For more information about the CDL program, contact Tim Haynes at thaynes@xylemtree.com . Work Anniversaries Congratulations to all Xylem employees who celebrated milestone anniversaries this past quarter! Click the button below to see the employees who hit milestone anniversaries. View Now Compliments for the Crew “Thank you to Steve Hosaflook, Darcy Dellinger, Eddie Peters, Danny Spitler, and Mike Hosaflook for safely removing a tree that was very close to the power line. The work went smoothly, and it was clear the team knew exactly what they were doing. The cleanup was excellent — branches were removed, the wood was neatly stacked, and the area was left clean and tidy. We truly appreciate the extra care and would gladly recommend your services.” -Kimberly E. Compliments for the Crew “I want to offer sincere thanks and applause to Steve Hosaflook and his crew, Prophet Scott, Gabe Vermillion, Tom Hodges, and Mike Harrod , for the prompt and courteous removal of a long-dead maple tangled in power lines that had created unsafe conditions for motorists and pedestrians. The team arrived quickly, worked with great care, protected our property, and cleaned up every last twig, leaving only safety behind. I highly praise their professionalism, respect for the tree, and outstanding work. Thank you for providing us with the best!” - Mayor of Toms Brook, VA We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

December 2025 Edition Read about the new acquisition, resolutions, CDL obtainers, and more! Now Live: The XKIG Story The video “Who Is XKIG?” highlights the scope, expertise, and momentum behind our work nationwide. It shows how our teams respond during disasters, how safety and data-driven decisions are made in the field, and how recent growth is helping us become a full-service partner for utilities across the country. Watch now to see who we are, what we do, and how we’re building for the future. Welcome Timberline Clearing We’re excited to share that XKIG has acquired Timberline Clearing, a respected provider of right-of-way cutting and clearing services. This partnership expands our capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve utility, natural gas, electric, and railroad partners nationwide. Just as important, it brings a talented team with a strong reputation for safety, reliability, and quality into the XKIG family. We’re proud to welcome Timberline and look forward to growing together. See the story here . Partnering for Industry Progress: Utility Arborist Association (UAA) We maintain a longstanding partnership with UAA, a key leader in safety, workforce development, regulatory compliance, and innovation within the utility vegetation management sector. Our gold sponsorship enables both Xylem and Kendall to enhance industry collaboration and bolster workforce pipelines, while also supporting improved operational safety and long-term grid resilience. Read more about the value of our partnership here . New Year’s Resolution: Take Charge of Your Health with the Sydney App Downloading Anthem’s Sydney app helps you achieve your health goals with personalized tools to find care, track progress, access benefits, and get guidance. It supports all your health resolutions like fitness, stress management, and preventive care, making health management easier. Watch the video to see how Sydney helps you take charge of your health. Congrats to the November GF School Grads! We wrapped another great GF School session with the following 18 attendees: Codie Buckner, Michael George, Jeremy Taylor, Jeremy Nobles, Dalton Dunn, Franklin Hodges, Richard Brooks, Patrick Benson, Johnny Lang, Jr., Christopher Price, Rex Miller, Herbert Salmon, Harold Tuten, John Cosgrove, Mark Smith, Brian Schweinberg, Alex Williams, and Juan Ferrufino Benitez. Happy Holidays! As the year ends, we’re grateful for the commitment and care you bring to your work and to one another. May this holiday season bring you peace, joy, and time well spent with family and friends. Thank you for being part of our team, and best wishes for a wonderful New Year. Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the following team members for obtaining their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A: Daniel Long, Mason Parrish, and Jacob Winkler Class B: Joseph James, James Sweat, and Anton Stewart We applaud these six employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications. Please note: We are postponing classes until the first of the year. All of our crews are working hard to finish their contracts by year's end, and we will focus on completing everyone’s skills evaluations and helping them obtain their CDL licenses. Compliments for the Crew "The crew, Kyle Knutson, Reese Hinkle, Will Lyons, and Eliza Fedorov , responded to a landslide that moved an alder tree 30–40 feet downslope, pushing it into secondary power lines and against the exterior wall of a home. The residents were extremely impressed with the work to safely remove the tree from their damaged house. Thank you for the professionalism, hard work, and dedication the crew brings every day." - Seattle, WA, Customer We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

November 2025 Edition Read about the Hoovers' vision in TCI Magazine, Glenn Hardin's retirement, and more! TCI Magazine Leadership Shoutout Every company has a story, and ours started with two brothers who believed the utility services industry needed improvement. Today, XKIG is driven by a people-first culture and top-tier execution. This month, that story received national recognition as CEO Randolph Hoover and President Benjamin Hoover were featured in Tree Care Industry Magazine’s “Faces of the Industry,” showcasing leaders shaping the future of vegetation management and infrastructure services. Read more here . Glenn Hardin Retires Glenn founded Hardin Tree in 2011, building a company recognized throughout Oklahoma and Texas for safety, reliability, and heart. After joining the Xylem family in 2024 (read more here ), he continued to lead with the dedication and integrity that defined his career. Glenn leaves a legacy of leadership, service, and character. Wishing him a well-deserved and meaningful retirement. October GF School is Complete! I just wanted to extend a thank you for the GF school I attended last week. I’ll be honest, I really wasn't wanting to come. After I got there and classes started, I was glued. I enjoyed every min. It lit a fire in me. I was getting numb, I guess you could say, to my role and job. Now, after attending, I am looking at Power BI scores closely. Looking at ways to improve. I know to reach out to different departments for help. I hope this class just gets better for future students. Thank you all so much. I know I didn't include everyone, please let all involved know I truly appreciate their time and knowledge. Thank you again so much. I see a bigger picture of the company. - Richard Brooks , General Foreperson We wrapped another great GF School session with the following 18 attendees: Aaron Utegg, Amanda Franklin, Anthony Preast, Barry Buckley, Bobby Willard, Brandon Lewis, Cory Parsons, Dylan Richardson, Issac Abilez, James Anthony Norton, James Bohannon, Jarad Hall, Jason Hollis, Juddson Dunn, Matt Spivey, Robert Laskowski, Todd Richey, and Walter Naillon. Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing you and your family a joyful, restful, and safe holiday weekend. Thank you for all you do. Whether you're traveling, cooking, or celebrating close to home, please take good care and enjoy the time with loved ones. Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in Johnson City, TN. The following team members obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class B: Joe Myrell, Benjamin Sherrill, Charles Thomas, and James Williams. We applaud these four employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! Please note: We are postponing classes until the first of the year. All of our crews are working hard to finish their contracts by year's end, and we will focus on completing everyone’s skills evaluations and helping them obtain their CDL licenses. Compliments for the Crew "Xylem did some tree trimming work for the power company on my property in Lake City, FL this week. They were great. They just got done and they left the place perfect. They did a fantastic job. Thanks!" - Cameron We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com !

August 2025 Edition Check out our new XKIG website, our latest Kendall blog, along with who received a compliment and obtained their CDL! Learn More About the XKIG Rollout Our new XKIG site is officially live! Here are some highlights: About Us includes information and website links for Kendall, River City, and Xylem, as well as our shared mission, vision, and values. Latest News aggregates the most recent news and blogs from our companies. Careers is a comprehensive site for all XKIG opportunities, offering over 600 current openings! Have you followed XKIG on social media yet? Our XKIG LinkedIn account is now active. If you have an account, please follow the corporate profile and share/repost/comment on our posts. Our XKIG Facebook and XKIG Instagram accounts are also active—please visit us and follow our profiles. We are always looking for more good news to share on social media. Please email us at marketinghelp@xkig.com with ideas! Blogs: “The Calm in the Storm: Inside Kendall’s Emergency Response” Check out our latest blog about how we respond to emergencies. Click here . August GF School is Complete! We wrapped up another great GF School session with the following 10 attendees: Shannon Lipham, Michael Blevins, Roger Tolson, Devin Ott, Phillip Markland, Gabriel Rayo, Rogelio Perea, Wayne Metroz, Brayan Napoles Sanchez, and David Galdamez. Between the Branches Congrats to our Newly Licensed Commercial Drivers! Congratulations to the employees who participated in our most recent training class in Aurora, MO, and to the following five team members who obtained their Commercial Driver’s License last month: Class A Pintle Hook Restriction: Gary Burfield, Stephen Hoeksema Class B: William Buntin, Andres Arreola, and Landon Cain We applaud these five employees for successfully completing the classroom session, field training course, and skills test to achieve these qualifications! Our upcoming training session in Hamlet, NC, is on August 29. For more information about the CDL program, contact Tim Haynes at thaynes@xylemtree.com . Compliments for the Crew “Thank you for your crew's (Rinson Pena, Juan Suarez, Marco Celedon, Eliezer Florres, and Diego Camacho ) professionalism and taking care of my property today! This crew was great!” - Daniel G., Plainfield, IN Compliments for the Crew A resident from St. Grenada, MS, called to let us know what a great job our crew (Derald Hankins, Roberto Curet, and Marcos Adrian ) did: “The crew went above and beyond and took extra care with her magnolia tree. The crew had to move her dog houses but made sure they moved everything back exactly the way it was. I hope to get the same crew again in the future.” - Barbara R. Compliments for the Crew A resident from Kendall Region 10 called with plenty of good things to say about Elizabeth Nash and her crew. Along with how lovely the view in the neighborhood is now. She said, “Elizabeth and her crew were extremely courteous and responsive to everyone’s needs and was impressed with the safety measures taken. They went above and beyond with making sure that there was no damage to some bushes and flowers in my yard by making sure no branches fell on them. I wanted to make sure that we knew how much she appreciated the crew’s efforts.” - Betsy W. We Want to Hear from You! Do you have suggested article ideas or pictures to share? Email us at feedback@wakendall.com !