The West Virginia Pest Management Association is excited to announce the Annual Fall Conference this year! We hope you can join us September 14-16 at the Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, WV. This event combines top-level technical and business training courses into one program, making it ideal for pest management professionals of all levels. Join your fellow PMPs to earn valuable credits, learn about the latest advancements in pest control, and gain valuable business insight from industry leaders.
Are you interested in presenting at one of our conferences or would like to suggest a speaker or topic? Please contact the Education Committee atWVPest@pestworld.org
In the News
Invasive Pest Ready to Swarm and Eat Its Way Across America
New York Post
The spotted lanternfly is not only pervasive and invasive but deadly to plants. The plant-hopping bug pierces plants with their mouth and sucks sugary sap out of the stems, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Read more.
How to Stay Protected from the World's Deadliest Animal
Business Wire
It's mosquito season! Avoid bites this summer using these tips recommended by the National Pest Management Association. Read more.
Business & Management
Five Questions to Improve Your Leadership Effectiveness
Gordon Tredgold How can you become a more effective leader? It starts with asking the right questions about your current leadership style and effectiveness as a leader. Learn more.
Using Data and Business Intelligence to Support Smart Decisions
PestWorld Magazine
For businesses, the key questions are how to manage mountains of available data and how to translate that data into practical strategies for steering their operations. Learn more.
Member Center
Fill your Jobs Openings with the Best Candidates
Have multiple job openings? Ensure your positions are filled by the right candidates with NPMA's job board. As a Founders Club member, you'll receive unlimited job postings for five years. All NPMA members receive one free job posting as a benefit of membership. Learn morehere.
It's Your Turn! Join the 2023 Executive Leadership Program Class!
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.
Learn the Top Reasons Companies Earn QualityPro Accreditation
The pests are out. Are you hiring? One of the top reasons companies earn QualityPro Accreditation is to help in recruitment efforts. Potential employees value a professional workplace and company committed to excellence.Learn more.
Events
PestWorld 2022
Optimize Your PestWorld Experience with Optional Outings
Registration for PestWorld 2022 is now open! Don’t miss the opportunity to sign up for these fun-filled optional events designed to immerse you in the culture and history of Boston.
Footpath to Freedom Tour with Lunch in the North End
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.
