Featured In

JP McDonnell has been featured in national press, industry publications, and speaking programs on arboriculture, tree risk assessment, and urban forestry.

In the Press

The Spruce — “The Best Trees for Curb Appeal and Resale Value.” - Quoted as an arborist expert on selecting trees that add lasting property value.

Martha Stewart — “How to Tell if a Leaning Tree Is Dangerous.” - Expert commentary on evaluating tree lean and the warning signs of failure.

The Spruce — “Trees Landscapers Would Never Plant Again.” - Quoted as an arborist expert on trees to avoid planting.

Martha Stewart — “Can a Tree Regrow From a Stump?” - Expert commentary on stump sprout management and considerations.

ArborTIMES — “Rooted in Data” - Featured on the role of AI in municipal and utility tree inventories, with commentary on why it should augment, not replace, qualified arborists.

Industry & Alumni Profiles

TCI Magazine (Tree Care Industry Association) — “Faces of the Industry” (November 2025). Professional profile on a career in consulting arboriculture and forestry.

Virginia Tech Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability — “VT XMNR Alum Applies Lessons in Leadership for Sustainability to Save Trees and Urban Forests” (August 2024). Alumni feature on scaling urban forestry solutions.

Talks & Presentations

“Tree Risk Assessment: Standards, Best Practices, and Advanced Techniques” — presentation on the tree risk assessment process, industry standards, and advanced tools.

“Preserving Heritage Trees: Sustaining Living Landmarks in Historic Landscapes” — presentation on managing and preserving heritage and landmark trees in historic settings.