NPMA ePestWorld

Learn How to Grow Your Business/Professional Career at PestWorld 2021

Join us at PestWorld 2021 on November 2-5 in Las Vegas, NV and hear from our lineup of outstanding keynote speakers. The Opening General Session will kick off with Alex Banayan, the youngest bestselling business author in American history, will share his unbelievable journey tracking down the world's most successful people to uncover how they launched their careers. Then look forward to the annual Industry Awards and General Session featuring Eric Boles, former NFL player who founded a leadership development firm that helps organizations enhance their culture and boost performance.

New Exclusive Resources Available on NPMAWorkforce.org

As a valued member of the National Pest Management Association, you and your employees have access to some of the recruitment, retention, and hiring resources in the Workforce Development Toolkit found at www.NPMAWorkforce.org. We are excited to announce the addition of two new resources exclusively available to our Workforce Club Members:

A business card designed to assist you with recruiting new team members.
An exit interview questionnaire to aid you during the employee offboarding process.

If you are interested in accessing these items and unlocking all of the resources available in the Toolkit, we hope you will consider joining NPMA's Workforce Development Program at either the Founders Club or Patrons Club level.

News From National

NPMA PestVet of the Year Award Re-Named to "David Cooksey PestVet of the Year Award"

On Sunday, July 4, 2021, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) PestVets Council’s motioned to rename the PestVet of the Year Award to “The David Cooksey PestVet of the Year of the Award” became effective.

“The PestVets Council is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of David Cooksey. He was an incredible member of the PestVets Council, family man, and human being. He will be greatly missed,” said Jake Plevelich, the NPMA PestVets Council’s Staff Liaison. “Every member of the Council unanimously supported re-naming the award after David because he embodied the values of military service, the PestVets Council, and the criteria to win the Award itself. He was an amazing person that stood for values that we should all strive to embody.”

FMC, sponsor of PestVets will deliver the first David Cooksey PestVet of the Year Award at NPMA Legislative Day 2022 in Washington, DC.

Learn more.

Just Released! New NPMA BugBytes Podcast Episode

In this episode, we cover research on German cockroach food preferences, rodent baiting, and ticks with special guest Samantha Forrest of Brothers Pest Control. And, be sure to catch the end of the episode to hear some bonus outtakes from the episode! Listen now at www.npmabugbytes.org or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Vote for your favorite podcast host! Head over to Twitter to cast your vote.

Submit Your Nomination for the 2021 Young Entrepreneur Award

NPMA is accepting nominations for the annual Young Entrepreneur Award, presented by Rentokil North America. This award recognizes young entrepreneurs (40 years of age or less) 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. Nominations are dues by August 31, 2021, click here for more information.

Pest Pic of the Week

Fruit Fly on Berries

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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Boost sales with the swipe of a card and give your customers a more convenient way to pay. NPMA has teamed up with Payroc to offer members Merchant Card Services and Financial Technology. With Payroc, your business is able to accept all major credit and debit cards nationwide, so you can cash in on each and every visit. And, with a custom-tailored plan and additional features like automated digital invoices, tracking and reporting, and eCommerce management, you'll feel confident that your business has all the tools it needs to succeed!

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NPMA Education and Events

You are Invited to Join the Pest Management Foundation's 2021 Gala Dinner

The Pest Management Foundation requests the pleasure of your company at a special gala dinner in conjunction with PestWorld 2021 on November 2 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas to benefit the programs it funds. Your $1,000 donation per plate, or $10,000 donation per table of ten, will help the Foundation advance the pest management industry through education, research, and outreach. Reserve Your Seat Today!

Attend Your Local Pest Management Association Events!

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

Weekly Headlines

Rodents or Roaches? See Where Houston Lands for Most Roach Infestations in the U.S.

Click2Houston
No one likes dealing with roaches or rodents. But if you call H-Town home the chances are high that those little pests invade your space.

Heavy July Rainfall in Mass. Brings Increase in Mosquitoes

NBC Boston
The risk of West Nile virus in Greater Boston was raised to "moderate," public health officials say, with mosquitoes thriving after a particularly rainy month.

Tick Population is Rising in Pennsylvania, and So Are Tick-Related Illnesses

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A jaunt through Pennsylvania’s parks and forests means potential exposure to a small insect that potentially carries some serious illnesses — the tick. And the risk of becoming ill is growing.

Summer Heat Hasn’t Melted These Squirrels, Texas Experts Say – They’re Just ‘Splooting’

Fort Worth Star-Telegram
How hot is it right now? So hot that “the squirrels are melting,” Texas photos show. But don’t be alarmed, wildlife experts say, the squirrels are just “splooting.”

Oak-Mite Bites: Cicadas May Have Left D.C. Region an Itchy Gift

The Washington Post
Cicadas may no longer be afflicting the Washington region, but experts say the insects may be bringing a new nuisance, oak leaf itch mites – and they bite.

For your Business

Calling All Job Candidates

PestWorld Magazine
NPMA’s Workforce Development Program's new website provides a wealth of resources - for job seekers, it includes job postings, recruitment videos and outreach materials, and for employers, there’s a host of materials focusing on onboarding, training and retaining workers.

5 Leadership Mistakes That Make Good Employees Quit

HR Morning
You have great managers, and no one would ever quit on them – that is, until a manager makes a leadership mistake. That’s right, even the best managers and supervisors make mistakes that compel employees to quit.

Your Summer Balancing Act: Encouraging Time Off While Keeping Teams Engaged

Inc.
During times of crisis, like the one we're currently in, people want to know that their leaders are invested in them -- both professionally and in their general well-being.

Will Organizations Build or Erode Trust in the New World of Work?

Blanchard LeaderChat
To what degree has trust in your organization’s leadership increased or decreased because of the way they’ve handled the COVID-19 pandemic?

What to Do When Your Best Employee Quits

Fast Company
You rely on them more than you’d like to admit—and now they’re leaving. Here’s what to do next.