Our staff is what makes us better! Learn a little more about the well-educated and highly-qualified crew at Royce’s Tree Service (RTS).
Eli Jackson
ISA Certified Arborist® (SO-10163A)
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Eli started his tree climbing career in 2014 during his freshman year at Warren Wilson College (WWC). He worked with the Landscaping Crew to maintain the trees at WWC for two years before deciding tree work was his passion. Eli loves climbing in all forms and particularly enjoys rock climbing, ice climbing, and mountaineering. He is also a talented potter, musician, and has a keen sense of humor. Eli worked hard and became RTS’ third ISA Certified Arborist® in 2018.
Gabe Whitlock
ISA Certified Arborist® (SO-10914A)
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
NC Commercial Pesticide Applicator-GHLO (026-37153)
BA in Chemistry and Psychology
Gabe has worked in a variety of capacities in private and municipal tree management. He currently serves as RTS’ webmaster.