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Just Launched! NPMA’s NEW Small Business Toolbox!

NPMA's Small Business Toolbox is your one-stop-shop for resources and training materials designed to help your business grow. Access to templates and training on how to navigate a budget, get insight from other industry professionals on how to overcome common challenges of running a business and much more! With content ranging from informative webinars to downloadable templates and forms, the Small Business Toolbox is sure to have the resources to help new and seasoned businesses reach the next level! Click HERE to access this invaluable member benefit today.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force Interest Survey

NPMA is pleased to announce the formation of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force. The mission of this task force is to assist NPMA with encouraging the membership to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as an integral part in nurturing winning workplace cultures throughout our industry. This task force will help to facilitate discussions on industry needs, and what NPMA can do as an association to assist our members in creating an inclusive work environment.

If you are interested in collaborating on this task force, please fill out this brief survey.

Heard From the Hill

EPA Extends Comment Period for Sulfuryl Fluoride Draft Interim Re-Entry Mitigation Measures and Registration Review Draft Risk Assessments

Last week, EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs announced that the comment period for Sulfuryl Fluoride Draft Interim Re-Entry Mitigation Measures and Registration Review Draft Risk Assessments will be extended for an additional 60 days. More than 40 letters requesting extension requests were received by the agency from entities such as pest control companies, registrants, universities, pest control regulatory officials, state pest control associations and NPMA. The comment period is now scheduled to close on September 23. NPMA is working closely with fumigators, registrants, state associations, regulators and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive comments for EPA in response to their proposals. For more information, view the documents here or contact Jim Fredericks jfredericks@pestworld.org for more information.

News From National

Academy 2021 Kicks Off in Tucson

Academy 2021 is bringing together nearly 200 emerging leaders in the pest management industry for three days of leadership development, team building, and FUN! Yesterday, the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) participated in a half-day yoga workshop to recharge their mind, body and spirit before the official Academy events began. Then our Academy team captains gathered for an orientation to pump up the energy and compete in their first Olympic activity, followed by a networking happy hour. Earlier today our golfers headed to Duel in the Desert to support NPMA’s Industry Issues Fund, and we look forward to hearing from our first keynote speaker this afternoon, Janine Driver, who will share her insider secrets on reading emotions and body language to enhance leadership skills. Thank you to all of our participants and sponsors for supporting NPMA’s Academy!

Submit Your Nominations for the Women of Excellence Award

All nominations must be received by August 31, 2021.

NPMA is now accepting nominations for the annual Women of Excellence Award, sponsored by Target Specialty Products. This award is open to women across the pest management industry - pest control companies, manufacturers, research organizations, etc. - who demonstrate outstanding leadership and have made notable contributions to the development and growth of the profession, their business, and other women in the industry. Click here for more information and to nominate a candidate.

Vote for the Charity to Receive the Proceeds from the 2021 PestWorld 5k

Deadline: July 31

The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) needs your help choosing a charity for this year’s annual 5k Fun Run/Walk at PestWorld 2021. Click here and vote for the charity that will receive the 5k proceeds.

Pest Pic of the Week

Stink Bug Ventral

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

NPMA Shipping Program

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NPMA Education and Events

Earn CEUs at the 2021 Carolinas/Mid-Atlantic Summer Conference

Join us for the 2021 Carolinas/Mid-Atlantic Summer Conference. Learn about the latest in technical research and reconnect with your peers in person at our exciting array of social functions, including the annual Beach Bash and a BBQ lunch to close out the event!

CEUs have been approved in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Maryland, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Click here to view recertification details.

View the program and register today!

Attend Your Local Pest Management Association Events!

IPCA July Workshop	July 27, 2021	Virtual Event
WVPMA Fall Conference	September 9-10, 2021	Roanoke, WV
IPCA Fall Conference	September 16-17, 2021	Springfield, IL
CTPCA Fall Seminar	September 21, 2021	Wallingford, CT

Members Make Headlines

IPM Webinar: Providing Disinfection Services Featuring NPMA’s Jim Fredericks

Wed, July 28, 2021 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
The COVID-19 pandemic increased the demand for surface disinfection services. New businesses offering disinfection services emerged across the country and some companies expanded their existing practices to address the COVID-19 virus. This webinar will help you understand safe and effective products and practices to protect employees, clients and the public from germs and the chemicals used to control them.

Learn more.

Weekly Headlines

$2.8M in Gifts Launches Clemson Urban Entomology Initiative

Clemson News

Clemson University received $2.8 million in gifts to launch a new urban entomology initiative, strengthening outreach to South Carolina and the pest control industry.

Illinois Residents Could See an Uptick in Ticks

Washington Examiner
As humid summer weather continues, Illinois residents enjoying the summer outdoors could see an uptick in ticks.

Why Mosquitoes Are Swarming Michigan This Summer

Lansing State Journal
Mosquitoes, perhaps Michigan's most troublesome summertime annoyance, are having a banner year.

Rats Are Taking Over a Small Maine Town

Fox 23
Residents say their town is under attack and their adversary is a cunning one.

Insect Experts Will Change the Name of the 'Gypsy Moth' and 'Gypsy Ant'

NPR
The Entomological Society of America announced it was dropping the common name of this destructive insect that is also an slur against a group of people: the gypsy moth.

Rain Keeping Texas Snakes Hidden, But Not for Long

KXXV
This is the time of the year when Texans start noticing snakes because of the heat, but the amount of rain has kept some of them away.

For your Business

When to Take on Tasks That Are Outside of Your Job Description

Harvard Business Review
The phrase “stay in your lane” is commonly used to affirm the importance of doing your assigned tasks and only your assigned tasks. You don’t necessarily need to stay in your lane — just be sure to merge both out of your lane and back in appropriately.

A Company's Biggest Competitive Edge in Attracting Young Talent

Entrepreneur
Offering flexibility to employees has been shown to raise morale and improve workplace satisfaction.

Why Content Marketing Should Be the Foundation of Your Marketing Strategy

Inc.
Producing quality industry content will help you across the board.

Employee Engagement: The New 80/20 Rule That Gets Results

Talent Culture
Researchers have found that an individual’s immediate boss, not that free latte, is the biggest influence on employee engagement, well-being, and drive.

4 Questions You Should Ask Your Direct Reports Weekly

Michael Hyatt & Co.
Leaders are generally great solo achievers, but they often get one-on-one check-ins wrong. It’s challenging to find the appropriate level and cadence of interaction.