Davey Tree names new vice president

Kent, Ohio – The Davey Tree Expert Co. has announced the appointment of Don Winsett to Vice President of National Business Development.

Pat Covey, Davey’s chief operating officer, said the appointment was an opportunity to identify and bring opportunities to Davey operations throughout the country. “Our clients will benefit from Don’s experience and contacts in the landscape and tree care industry,” Covey said. “Furthermore, his understanding of the needs of large commercial clients will assist in our ability to provide tailored, comprehensive property management solutions for them.”

Winsett comes to Davey with about 20 years in the industry, including time spent at ValleyCrest, Brickman and his own Florida-based grounds maintenance company that grew to more than $20 million before it was sold.

Winsett serves on the Board of Directors and is a past president of the Florida Chapter of International Society of Arboriculture. He has been the Chair of the Sustainable Urban Forest Coalition since 2009.