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QualityPro Accreditation

Whether your company is just starting out or has been in business for generations, we strongly encourage you to join the movement to professionalize the industry by earning QualityPro accreditation for your company. Complete the application and you will gain access to valuable resources for business professionalism. Learn more about becoming accredited.

Do You Know a Young Entrepreneur in the Pest Management Industry?

NPMA is currently accepting nominations for the annual Young Entrepreneur Award, presented by Rentokil-Steritech, recognizing young entrepreneurs working in the professional pest management industry who have helped create or develop an industry business and/or those who have stewarded a meaningful industry concept to fruition. Click here for more information and to nominate a candidate.

All nominations must be received by August 31, 2019.

News From National

PWIPM Now Accepting Nominations for their Professional Empowerment Grant

Submission deadline: July 31, 2019

Each year, the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) Professional Empowerment Grant awards $1,000 and a trip to PestWorld to at least one woman. The Grant has helped past recipients develop their careers in the pest management industry and/or helped to relieve the costs related to education. Click here for submission requirements and guidelines. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to get recognized!

Help PWIPM Choose a Charity for PestWorld 2019’s 5K Fundraiser

Deadline: April 30

The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) needs your help choosing a charity for this year’s annual 5k Fun Run/Walk at PestWorld 2019. Click here and enter your favorite charity by April 30 for a chance to receive the proceeds.

New Members

Welcome New Members

Honeygrowler, LLC of Lake Oswego, OR
IPMA Works, LLC dba Green Tick Control of Madison, WI
Kuwaiti German Group for Environmental Contracting of Kuwait
Mejia Prado Multiservices Srl of Dominican Republic
Nix-A-Mite Exterminating Company of Union City, TN
Precision Pest Management of Virginia Beach, VA

Pest Pic of the Week

Plume Moth

As a membership benefit, NPMA has developed a gallery of
pest images at My.NPMAPestWorld.org for use by NPMA members.

View the image use policy.

Member Benefit Highlight

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NPMA Education and Events

Belonging in the Workplace Webinar: Implementing a Diverse, Inclusive Culture at Work

May 21 at 2:00 PM EDT | REGISTER
Presented by Dr. Florence Holland, Auburn University, Auburn, AL
Dr. Florence Holland has over 13 years of experience in diversity and education. She is the Lead Manager of Inclusion, Pipeline, and Retention Programs with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and works with the accounting industry to create inclusive workplaces. She will present on her knowledge learned from leading these practices in the accounting industry and provide her secrets to success in building programs with tested research, analysis, and reporting. This presentation will leave you with plenty of ideas to implement into your business to help with professional development, retention, and to grow a better workplace environment!?

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Weekly Headlines

Tick Season is Here: New Tick Species, More Tick-Borne Diseases Feared

AL.com

The Asian Longhorned Tick, which has the potential to carry diseases, was reported for the first time in the U.S. last year.

When and Where In Pennsylvania Will 17-Year Cicadas Emerge This Year?

Penn Live

Hordes of 17-year cicadas will be making an appearance in Pennsylvania in May and June, but only in the southwestern corner of the state.

How A Parasitic Fungus Turns Ants Into 'Zombies'

National Geographic

The deadly parasite’s grand finale involves sending toxic spores blooming from the dead ant’s head.

Potentially Deadly 'Kissing Bug' Confirmed In Delaware, Joins Reports In Southern States

ABC 13 News

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report the first confirmed identification of a "kissing bug" in Delaware.

Floodwater Mosquitoes Likely in Nebraska But Too Soon to Know About West Nile-Carriers

Omaha

Though stagnant water can be an appealing breeding ground for mosquitoes, it's still early to know if floodwaters will impact this season's mosquito population.

For your Business

Where Do You Start When a Team Is Broken?

Quartz

Turnarounds mean the hard work of change management, which is a daunting task.

6 Unconventional Yet Effective Ways To Boost Motivation and Inspire A High-Performance Culture

Forbes

Here are six unconventional initiatives companies can look to when creating initiatives to inspire motivation and happiness.

Communication Practices of High-Performance Management Teams

Art Petty

While there may be a variety of x-factors that contribute to the most successful teams (observation isn’t causation), how they communicate and ultimately collaborate is at least part of the equation for success.

The Role of Leaders in Model Accountability

Thought Leaders

Building a culture of accountability takes effort day in and day out to truly establish and it is also the responsibility of those in leadership positions to continual reinforce.

Time Blocking Tips Top Experts and Scientists Use to Increase Productivity

Entrepreneur

If you're too busy to set aside time for priorities then, by definition, you're busy with the wrong things.