Register Today - CTPCA Virtual Sales Seminar: Session Two
January 10 at 10 AM
Please also mark your calendars for Steve’s second session which builds on the topics discussed here on January 10th at 10AM. Good will outline how to sustain and grow a sales culture that will enhance the worth and value for companies of all sizes.
Mark your calendars for our first Train a Tech which will take place February 21 at the CT AG Station with Kelley Altland from Bell Labs. Kelley will be presenting on Rodent Control Practices, Labels and Technology. Registration will begin at 8:00 AM. Opening words will begin at 8:30 AM with the event starting at 9:00 AM -12:00 PM.
Our 2nd Train a Tech will take place March 27 and will feature Brittany Campbell from Control Solutions, Inc.
More details coming soon!
Meet Our Newly Appointed Board of Directors
President - King Jones III
Vice President - Heather Millette
Treasurer - Lance Trovato
Secretary - Timson Green
Spar - Anthony Giovanni
Vice Spar - Emilio Polce
Assistant Treasurer - Jeff Millette
Assistant Secretary - John Rosario
Directors - Sheila Haddad, Bob Scribner, Lorenz Bracco, Bill Gray
August 2022 - We participated in our first joint venture with CTPCA and CTEC by hosting a golf tournament, raising $5,000 for PWIPM!
September 2022 - The annual 5K raised over $800 for the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) as well as several hundreds for PWIPM
We gave back in October 2022 by raffling off one woman to attend Boston PestWorld including entrance into the event, a three day stay, and $100 for spending. Congratulations to our recipient Tiffany Budeit from JP McHale!
PestWorld 2022 - Our very own Sheila Haddad, Chair of CT PWIPM and CTPCA Board Member was presented the 2022 Women Of Excellence Award. Huge congratulations to Sheila!
We rounded off our year with our 5th Annual Wine & Design which included 30 people in attendance and 28 arrangements made. Our Connecticut chapter gave back by offering a pizza dinner, veggie appetizers, plenty of desserts, and an abundance of beverages enjoyed by all. We also raised $350 for our furry friends in need and filled Sheila's trunk with donations. These donations were delivered the next morning to ARF. Thank you everyone for helping us raise over $1,000 in 2022 for ARF. We're very appreciative!
Congratulations to Allison Bos for winning the ARF basket filled with lots of goodies and for winning Jorge's floral arrangement that was used as an example in class!
We're excited to introduce our 2040 CT Chapter PWIPM Chair and Vice Chair, Vivienne Rosario with her dad John along with 1 year old Kira Greene accompanied by her dad Timson Green. Vivienne made her first floral arrangement with the help of our world renowned florist, Jorge from Urban Floral.
Stay tuned for our 2023 schedule of events in our next newsletter!
The date for our 2nd annual golf outing will be sent out later this month.
Please see below for fun pictures from our Wine & Design event.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Information
How do I get a pesticide license in CT?
In order to obtain operational certification, an applicant must be at least 18 years of age and pass a written examination (given in English only) covering the material in the Pesticide Operator's Certification Manual (PDF).
Junior Operator Certification
Pesticide Exam Information: The Pesticide Management Program will be scheduling online exams only for Junior Operator certification beginning this week.
View the training manual.
View the procedure for taking an online exam and necessary requirements.
Questions for CT Pesticide Contact Information and Licensing
General Contact Information
Mailing Address: Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. 79 Elm Street.
General Information: 860-424-3000.
E-mail:deep.webmaster@ct.gov (Please include your name, postal mail address and telephone number in any e-mail inquiries.)
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NPMA Franchise Program
Big Discount on New Nissan & Infiniti Vehicles for NPMA Members
Easy Steps for Franchisee Purchase:
Apply for a certification code here, a) click Fleet; b) click Program Enrollment; c) scroll down to Get Certification Code; d) Follow instructions and select Franchisee for “Type of Fleet Business”
Once the NPMA Fleet Certification Code is created, you’re eligible for many incentives.
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Business & Management
What Is Your Multiplier?
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How Great Leaders Communicate
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Member Center
Post Your Current Job Openings on Careers.PestControlJobs.com
Trade professions are in dire need of skilled workers. When individual companies are unable to grow, the industry is unable to grow, and so it is our collective responsibility to convey the opportunities for advancement and earning potential that exist within the pest control industry.
NPMA member pest control companies located in the United States and Canada who are are encouraged to post their current openings on our job board at Careers.PestControlJobs.com.
Quality Can Elevate Your Company
QualityPro companies are in high demand among consumers and potential employees--reach out to us today at qualitypro@pestworld.org to find out all QualityPro has to offer your company.
Events
Register Today for the 2023 Eastern Conference!
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.
Join the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) for an educational program that will provide both technical and business-related information to professionals who are involved in wildlife management or are considering offering this valuable add-on service.
The program at the Wildlife Expo combines training and education with networking opportunities and the chance to check out the newest technology and services in the Exhibit Hall. Whether you are a large company or a one-man shop, use this opportunity to grow this segment of your business by attending this unique meeting.
Registration is now open for PestWorld East 2023! PestWorld East is hosted by NPMA along with Ecovar. This one-of-a-kind conference addresses pest management challenges specific to the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. Join us February 28 – March 1, 2023 in Dubai, UAE.
Important change regarding our 2023 Legislative Day: Earlier this month, the 2023 House Schedule was released, and Congress is unfortunately on recess during our previously announced program dates. The most important component of Legislative Day is bringing in nearly 400 constituents who advocate directly with their elected leaders on issues imperative to our industry.
Therefore, in consultation with NPMA’s leadership, the decision was made to change the dates for Legislative Day to take place March 22-24, 2023, with the Hill day taking place on Thursday, March 23. We are extremely fortunate that we were able to quickly locate and confirm sufficient space for our event and will remain at the Capital Hilton again this year.
In the past 20+ years of hosting Legislative Day, NPMA has never had to adjust its schedule based on Congress being on recess. Coming off this year's mid-term elections, it’s vital that we forge relationships with new members of Congress while strengthening the existing ones we have developed over the years. The last time our industry had a chance to do in-person meetings on Capitol Hill was March of 2020. Three years later, we very much want to be in person and present for these important meetings instead of another year of virtual appointments.
2023 is a Farm Bill reauthorization year. This giant piece of legislation takes place twice per decade and we need a strong showing of members to help us get pesticide preemption passed and push back against activists groups that want to limit the authority of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). NPMA has found that our relationships are strongest with Hill offices that we’ve met with in person, and we hope to build upon those relationships through in-person member engagement.
Registration is now open and full details regarding this new schedule are available online.
The Safety Summit brings together industry experts with businesses of all sizes to discuss safety and risk management within the pest management industry. Topics covered will include employee protection and worksite safety, safe driving, pesticide usage, and how to implement a safety program in your own organization. Increase quality and decrease risk within your business by attending this program.
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