At Tree Worx, we are more than a team, we are family. Respect, loyalty and professionalism are top traits we look for among our staff.
Leadership
Hannes de Wet
Owner
Hannes, born in South Africa, started Tree Worx, LLC prior to graduating from University of Tennessee Chattanooga with a degree in Entrepreneurship. Within two years, Hannes was able to strike out on his own with Tree Worx on a full-time basis. Now 10 years into growing the business, Tree Worx, LLC has become Chattanooga’s premier tree service.
Hannes enjoys spending time with his wife, Liz, and their growing family. They welcomed their first son this year.
Sales Arborists
Kevin McDonnell
Sales Arborist
Kevin McDonnell is a certified arborist with a TRAQ certification and a degree from the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia. With a career that began with the U.S. Forest Service, Kevin transitioned into residential and commercial arboriculture, where he gained extensive knowledge and experience in urban tree care. A passionate advocate for sustainable forestry practices.
Kevin enjoys spending quality time outdoors with his family, including his wife, daughter, and son.
Joe McClung
Sales Arborist
Joseph McClung is a Certified ISA Arborist with a TRAQ qualification and studied at Cal Poly Pomona with a degree in Plant Science. Joseph focuses on preserving the health of your trees while keeping your property safe and beautiful through approved arboricultural pruning practices and advocating for plant health care (PHC).
Joseph enjoys spending his spare time with his two year old daughter and lovely wife, exploring Chattanooga’s many trails and parks. He is eagerly waiting for his daughter to be old enough to take her on camping trips and playing the many board games he and his wife bond over.
Administrative Staff
Justin Howarth
Project Administrator
Justin is a business-driven professional with a strong background in operations management and a focus on efficiency and safety. Holding a Class A CDL, he joined Tree Worx over three years ago as a grapple truck operator and quickly became a key contributor. With a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, Justin works to streamline processes, boost productivity, and maintain high standards for both his team and clients.
Outside of work, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife Blanca and two kids, as well as indulging in his love for cooking.
Kristen Camden
Office Administrator
Kristen has been with the Tree Worx team since 2020. She is passionate about helping others, whether that be people or furry friends.
Kristen is the first voice you hear when you make the call for your free consultation and she can’t wait to assist you!
Hali Vice
Office Administrator
Hali has been assisting our clients in the office since early 2021, before which she worked in the dental field.
When she’s not at work, you can find Hali and her daughter spending time outdoors on their farm, camping, or enjoying anything outdoors.
Operations Team
Belmer
Team Lead
Jose
Team Lead
Pablo
Team Lead
Support Staff
Kristen Camden
Administrator
Kristen has been with the Tree Worx team since 2020. She is passionate about helping others, whether that be people or furry friends.
Kristen is the first voice you hear when you make the call for your free consultation and she can’t wait to assist you!
Hali Vice
Administrator
Hali has been assisting our clients in the office since early 2021, before which she worked in the dental field.
When she’s not at work, you can find Hali and her daughter spending time outdoors on their farm, camping, or enjoying anything outdoors.