  PPMA, the consumer outreach arm of NPMA has released it’s 2020 Annual Report. PPMA’s mission is to grow, promote, protect and defend your livelihood, our industry. Supported with 100% voluntary contributions, PPMA HAS grown the industry and your businesses. Check out the industry leaders who support PPMA listed in the Annual Report. If you would like to see “first hand” what we do for you, join us as a guest for the upcoming PPMA Board of Directors meeting on March 11 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm EST via zoom. To join online, please click here. If you are not currently contributing, please contact Cindy Mannes at cmannes@pestworld.org and she will help you get set up! It’s your industry. Contribute to your business growth and industry growth today!
Pest Management Industry Participates in International Women’s Day 2021
On March 8, people around the globe celebrated women leaders during International Women’s Day, and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is proud to have seen the pest management industry participate in this year’s initiative. While there are women represented in all job roles across pest management businesses, they are an anomaly in our mostly male-dominated industry. NPMA strongly believes that sharing examples of successful women in pest management roles could inspire other women to join this changing industry and help close the gap. Click here for a snapshot of the pest management companies who participated in celebrating #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge.
This June 6-12, 2021 is Bed Bug Awareness Week, an annual designation recognized by Chase’s Calendar of Events to remind consumers to remain alert for bed bugs while traveling. The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), which serves as the public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), is observing this week by educating the public through various media relations and social media tactics on the signs of an infestation and the importance of working with a licensed pest control professional. Heard From the HillLast week, EPA published multiple fact sheets alerting the public about concerns regarding unregistered and illegal importations of liquid dichlorvos (DDVP) through commercial airline flights. The fact sheets, which can be accessed here, include information designed to educate the public, building managers, airline flight personnel, and Customs and Border Protection Agents of the concern. DDVP is an insecticide that is no longer registered in the United States in its liquid form. Some formulations are currently registered for professional use and when used according to label instructions are an important part of the structural pest control toolbox. Liquid forms are still used in other countries and brought into the United States illegally for sale and distribution. Pest management professionals are urged to confirm that the products they use bear an EPA Registration number. Illegal or unregistered pesticide products should be reported to your state lead agency (SLA). Find contact for your SLA here. Additionally, always read and follow all label instructions.
News From National Join us next week on March 16-17 as we host the first virtual Legislative Day. You will have the opportunity to hear from Washington insiders, discuss the current issues affecting our industry with your state and federal representatives, and make a difference. 
Going Paperless
This month we will hear from an experienced professional who has lived through the transition to going paperless. The presentation will cover what it actually means to go paperless, what the benefits to it are, as well as some tips for helping your company go through this process. Register today to join us on the 23rd at 3:00 PM EST.
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There’s Still Time to Take Advantage of FREE Job Postings Through March 31!
The professional pest control industry has many job opportunities and career paths. Visit pestcontroljobs.com to see how NPMA's Workforce Development Initiative is highlighting growth potential in a variety of job positions. NPMA members, don't miss your opportunity to post your current job openings at no cost on the live job board at Careers.PestControlJobs.com through the end of March. NPMA Education and EventsPCT and NPMA have teamed up again this year thanks to a sponsorship from BASF to gather data on the generational shift in the pest management industry. The survey collected data on topics such as retirement, mentoring, succession planning, employee development, training and more. Join us on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 11:00 AM EST for a complimentary webinar and hear from PCT Magazine publisher Dan Moreland as he discusses how PMPs are managing multiple generations in the workplace and transitioning to the next generation of leadership.
Register Today for the Back to Bugs: Wood Destroying Organisms Webinar
This training series is designed to prepare technicians to hit the ground running in 2021. The third webinar Back to Bugs: Wood Destroying Organisms takes place on March 26. This webinar will cover topics on carpenter bees, termites and wood destroying beetles. Sign up for one more of these trainings and get ready to elevate your business and earn valuable CEU credits! Click here to register and learn more.
NPMA’s Small Business Toolbox Webinar Series – FREE TO MEMBERS!
EPISODE 3 – Establishing A Company Culture | Wednesday, March 31, 2021 | 3:00-4:00 PM EST Ashley Morrison, City Wide Exterminating, Locust, NC; Kyle Varona, Fahey Pest & Lawn Solutions, Sarasota, FL; Megan Thomas, Thomas Pest Services, Schenectady, NY At what point does culture become important to a small pest management company? As soon as you hire your first employee! Culture is often seen as fluffy, time-consuming, and expensive but it does not have to be! Learn why culture matters from the first hire, how to quickly identify culture, and how to inexpensively make it part of everyday work life. Click here to register.  Join us for virtually on May 6-7 for the 2021 Industry Safety Summit. This workshop-style meeting will bring safety experts together with companies of all sizes to talk safety in the pest management industry. Topics covered will include safe driving, pesticide safety, and tips on implementing a safety program in your business.
Members Make HeadlinesMassey Services is pleased to announce two operational changes in their Florida markets. Frank Oliva has been promoted to Regional Manager of the West Florida Region, and Ronnie Rachels has been transferred from the West Florida Region to the South Central Region. 
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