Register Today - 2023 Urban Pest Management Conference
Join the Nebraska State Pest Control Association in Lincoln, Nebraska for the 2023 Winter Conference to be held February 23-24. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn valuable recertification credits, hear from industry experts, network with fellow PMPs and browse the latest pest management products in the exhibit hall.
As Cold Approaches, Rodents Are Seeking Out Vehicles for Warmth and Storage
WQOW As temperatures fall, critters are looking for spaces to keep warm or store their food for winter. Read more.
Seeing More Spiders in Your Home This Fall? Expert Says That Might be a Good Thing
NBC Chicago
Doug Taron, curator of biology and vice president of research and conservation at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, told NBC Chicago spiders might be a "a little bit noticeable" right now. Read more.
Business & Management
Tips for Curating Content Effectively and Legally
PestWorld Magazine
It may be tempting to lift and reuse something you saw on the internet. However, this type of activity is considered plagiarism and can have huge negative consequences. Learn more.
7 Ways Business Leaders Should Keep Learning and Teaching
Real Leaders As a CEO, entrepreneur, founder, or manager gets older and assumes leadership roles, they are seven ways they should keep learning and teaching to be able to successfully grow and scale a business. Learn more.
Member Center
Why Workforce Development?
Did you know? NPMA member companies located in the U.S. and Canada receive one free 60-day job posting on the industry-exclusive job board at Careers.PestControlJobs.com. You can also access the Workforce Toolkit at NPMAWorkforce.org using your member credentials.
Within the Toolkit, you will be able to easily download a variety of assets including sample job descriptions, customizable recruitment brochures, website badges, and more.
Executive Leadership Program – Now Accepting Applications
It’s your turn! Applications are now being accepted for the ELP class of 2023. The Executive Leadership Program (ELP) identifies and trains aspiring association leaders to establish a pipeline of engaged members that represents NPMA’s diverse membership. The two-year curriculum involves professional development, association training, monthly mentoring, and attendance at NPMA events.
The application process for the 2023 ELP Class will close on November 16, 2022.
QualityPro Accreditation comes with access to online exams to improve your staff members' training and skill level, including QualityPro's Public Health certification exams. All the national exams are found here.
Events
Pests and Public Health is Next Month!
Join us for the Pests and Public Health Summit- A Summit for Pest Management Professionals. Formerly the Global Bed Bug Summit, Pests & Public Health brings together industry colleagues to share the latest research, best practices, and approaches to treating pests that are most detrimental to the public’s health. Protecting local communities and minimizing the impact of pests on health, food, and property is a critical service provided by pest management professionals.
Registration is Open 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.
