Christopher Luley

New York Arborist and Author Honored with International Award CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (August 10, 2015) – Dr. Chris Luley of Naples, New York, is this year’s recipient of the International Society of Arboriculture’s (ISA) R.W Harris Author’s Citation Award. This Award of Distinction is given to authors who consistently publish works providing information on research in the field of arboriculture. Click here for a video of Dr. Chris Luley. Luley, vice president and pathologist for Urban Forestry LLC in Naples, has published more than 50 technical articles and given presentations on a wide range of urban forestry and pathology topics. “Dr. Luley recognized a need within the industry,” says Mark Roberts, ISA board president. “His Visual Identification Series of books provide arborists with easy-to-use arboricultural guides.” Luley is author of three popular industry guide books sold by the ISA. ABCs of Pruning, Wood Decay Fungi, and Landscape Pest Management make up the Visual Identification Series. In addition to writing these books, Dr. Luley is also a contributing author and technical editor/reviewer for many other ISA publications. “Most of what I have written so far barely scratches the surface,” says Luley. “The more I learn, the more I realize how little I know. The arboricultural industry has inherent value to society but we still have a huge need for research, critical thinking, and evaluation, as well as, a way to present the information to arborists in a comprehensive way.” ISA honored Luley at a ceremony on Sunday, August 9th in Orlando, Florida as part of the 91st Annual ISA International Conference and Trade Show. Dr. Luley is one of nine distinguished professionals who make up the circle of winners for ISA’s 2015 Awards of Distinction, sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts. Robert Bartlett Jr., chairman and CEO of Bartlett Tree Experts added, “Regardless of size or location, every tree care company benefits when individuals endeavor to further our industry through education, science and technology. That’s why I continue to believe it is vitally important to support the Awards of Distinction and recognize outstanding work like that of this year’s recipients.” ISA, with more than 20,000 members making up the organization worldwide, has been honoring members and industry professionals with the Awards of Distinction since 1963. Nine categories recognize candidates in such areas as research, publishing, education, and advancing the cause of the organization. The winners are selected by a diverse group of experts in arboriculture. ABOUT ISA The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), headquartered in Champaign, Ill., is a nonprofit organization supporting tree care research and education around the world. To promote the importance of arboriculture, ISA manages the consumer education web site, www.treesaregood.org, which fulfills the association’s mission to help educate the public about the importance and value of proper tree care. Also, as part of ISA’s dedication to the care and preservation of shade and ornamental trees, it offers the only internationally-recognized certification program in the industry. For more information on ISA and Certified Arborists, visit www.isa-arbor.com. ABOUT BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company was founded in 1907 by Francis A. Bartlett and is the world’s leading scientific tree and shrub care company. The organization’s current chairman, Robert A. Bartlett Jr., represents the third generation of Bartlett family management. Bartlett has locations in 27 U.S. states, Canada, Ireland, and Great Britain. Services include pruning, insect and disease management, fertilization and soil care, cabling and bracing, tree lightning protection systems, and tree and stump removal. Its corporate offices are located in Stamford, Connecticut. Editor’s Note: Photos are available upon request. To arrange an interview with Dr. Chris Luley, contact Julie Gaier at 262-786-5970 or julie@trg-marketing.com. Dr. Christoper Luley – R.W. Harris Author’s Citation Dr. Chris Luley, vice president and pathologist for Urban Forestry LLC in Naples, New York, recognized a need within the industry for straightforward information presented in a format that working arborists could easily access and use. As a result, Dr. Luley developed the “Visual Identification Series” of books, beginning with the popular Wood Decay Fungi and followed by Pest Management in the Landscape and The ABCs Field Guide to Young and Small Tree Pruning. All serve as excellent references for arborists in the field. One of Dr. Luley’s greatest contributions to documented research was his involvement in an eight-year pruning study in Rochester, New York, which provided important data on branch failure rates relative to maintenance practices. He believes the industry needs more research-based evidence that supports maintenance practices believed to be beneficial at the population level. Dr. Luley has authored and co-authored more than 50 scientific publications, popular articles, position papers, poster presentations based on his research and practice, and encourages sustained evaluation and investigation within the industry.