This year at PestWorld we will be tracking attendance exclusively using electronic badge scanning. For NPMA to submit credit you earn from attending PestWorld 2022, we will need your license applicator number updated in your online account. We cannot submit credit to the state(s) where you hold a license unless this information is added to your account.

• Pennsylvania and New Jersey applicators: please add your date of birth to your User Profile 

• Colorado applicators: please update your User Profile with your home address per Colorado attendance requirements 

This year, PestVets is supporting the New England Center and Home for Veterans, whose mission is to equip veterans who are facing or are at risk of homelessness with the tools for economic self-sufficiency and to provide them a path to achieve successful and dignified independent living.

Help PestVets support the New England Center and Home for Veterans by donating today.

Coming to PestWorld? All committee meetings are open to members, and you are welcome to sit in to learn more about the activities of each committee. Or come to NPMA Central in the registration area to learn more.

One of the highlights of the foot fashion this year is the Pest Management Foundation’s PestWorld Sock Campaign. Donors giving $100 or more can choose to receive a pair of snazzy, custom “Foundation Socks”! Show off your commitment to pest management research, education and outreach by giving to the Pest Management Foundation and when someone compliments you on your exceptional taste in footwear - tell them about the Foundation! Donate today!

IIF Preemption Virtual Donation 

NPMA’s Public Policy Department to announced the Industry Issues Fund Preemption Virtual Donation taking place at Pestworld. For 100$ members can enter to have the chance to win free registration to Pestworld 2023 in Hawaii, as well as 5 complimentary room nights, airport transfers for two and 2 tickets to the luau. The first 100 people to donate $100 will receive an American flag pin to show our appreciation, donate here.

Each year, PestWorld gives attendees the opportunity to participate in general sessions featuring world-class speakers, exciting receptions, and informative board and committee meetings. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this phenomenal program at a reduced cost.  Pricing will increase if you register onsite.

CEO Forum - A Special Program for CEOs, Owners, and Upper Management

Taking place at PestWorld 2022, the CEO Forum is a top-level forum geared towards owners and upper managers, you won't want to miss this program designed to give you real-world solutions to address your most urgent workforce challenges. 

October 12, 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
*Additional registration fee applies

The Urge to Act: How Leaders Communicate in Ways that Align and Build Teams, Grow Careers, and Create Resilient Cultures
Featuring: Jay Acunzo, Founder, Marketing Showrunners 

Forum sessions and speakers also include:
• Recruitment and Retention Success Stories and Lessons Learned from Pest Control CEOs
• Panel Discussion, Small Group Discussion & Action Planning
    • Erin Richardson, All American Pest Control
    • Bobby Jenkins, ABC Home Commercial Services of Austin
    • Mike Bullert, Big Time Pest Control
    • Jamie Ogle, Lloyd Pest Control

Sponsored by

NPMA’s Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) supports PWIPM local networks around the world. The $500 local network grants help these local groups get up and running. Help PWIPM raise money for these grants through their virtual auction happening now through midnight on October 13th. With starting bids as low as $7 and buy-now PWIPM lapel pins for $5, there’s something for everyone.

Despite a healthy recent jobs report, fears of a looming recession are leading job seekers to question what industries will provide stability in the long term. NPMA’s Workforce Development Program has been working to highlight the resiliency of pest control during times of economic uncertainty. Approximately three percent of the general workforce is leaving their jobs each month in search of something new, so communicating to potential job seekers about the benefits of pest control is crucial during this period.

NPMA’s external marketing and digital paid campaigns are focused on building awareness and driving traffic to the exclusive job board for NPMA member companies. The consumer-facing media highlights the significance of pest control in protecting our daily lives. So long as pests continue to pose a threat to our businesses, homes and loved ones, pest control will remain a necessary solution.

Visit NPMAWorkforce.org to access resources that will help you attract potential applicants and post your free job on careers.pestcontroljobs.com.

Group also educates consumers on the threats posed by invasive spotted lanternfly

The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing arm of NPMA, leads the charge on educating Americans on the threats posed by pests and the importance of working with a pest control professional through its consumer media relations efforts.

In its most recent PPMA Update, a monthly newsletter shared with investors and supporters, the group reported August media coverage highlights, which included an exciting placement on LX News, where NPMA provided insight on how climate change can impact pest populations. The video also appeared on twelve other NBC-owned sites, including KNBC-TV Online, WMAQ-TV Online and WNBC-TV Online. Additionally, the video was featured on LX’s Peacock channel and Comcast Xfinity for streaming.

PPMA also shared its bi-annual Vector Sectors™ list with their media contacts this month! This resulted in a placement in the Times of San Diego which highlighted their predictions for the summer. This article also picked up by News Break. NPMA appeared on The Weather Channel to discuss the summer Vector Sectors™ list and weather’s influence on pest populations.

NPMA was also featured in an article on the Austin American-Statesman Online about increased rodent populations in Texas. The article appeared in the print edition of the Austin American-Statesman as well.

PPMA also worked throughout the month to educate consumers on the invasive spotted lanternfly. Information from the NPMA on spotted lanternflies was included in two articles from NJ.com, one focusing on identification and the other focusing on the origin of this invasive pest. The second article was picked up by LehighValleyLive.com and MLive. Additional coverage this month included articles on WXIA-TV Online, PennLive.com and the print edition of The Patriot-News.

To learn more about PPMA and its consumer media efforts, contact cmannes@pestworld.org.

Nephi Custom Spraying of Nephi, UT
Armor Termite and Pest Control of Hermitage, TN
Ya Bugging Pest Solutions Llc. of Quincy, MA
Combat Pest Control of Hanson, MA
Iconic Pest Solutions Corp of Loveland, CO

Membership in NPMA ensures that your voice is reflected in the public policy work NPMA does. Together, we speak as one industry to preserve access to key tools to manage pests and protect the public health. Your membership ensures that key policymakers understand the on the ground impacts of the policies they make. With Legislative Day just around the corner, we’re excited to fight for policies that protect our industry. Learn more by visiting the policy page here.

This year QualityPro celebrates our eighteenth anniversary. On behalf of the QualityPro Team we would like to thank all of the professionals in the industry who have recognized the need to professionalize and get accredited. 

Wednesday, November 30
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

Recognizing the True Value of Pest Control: A Global Outlook
Chow-Yang Lee, PhD, University of California, Riverside, CA 

Pest control professionals are often faced with negative connotations concerning their professions. Yet, they are frequently on the frontlines for several challenges that face global societies, such as the safety of homes and businesses, public health, and more. Join Dr. Lee as he discusses and underlines the impact, relevance, and importance of pest control in today’s global society. 

Join us for the 2023 Eastern Conference at Harrah’s Atlantic City Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The Eastern Conference features a mix of in-depth management sessions, interactive training, and technical courses featuring the latest research in the pest management industry.

View our master calendar for a full list of industry events.