NPMA ePestWorld

PestWorld 2019 Reminders

Join us in San Diego on Thursday, October 17 at 8:00 a.m. for NPMA’s Annual Membership Meeting during PestWorld 2019. All members are encouraged to attend!
Hotel rooms are still available at the discounted rate. The Hyatt and Omni hotels have extended our discounted rates until the end of this week. Don’t miss out – book today!
Still need to register for PestWorld? It’s not too late, register now!

Participate in the National Pest Management Association’s Benchmarking Survey

Have you ever compared your neighbor’s lawn to your own? Making comparisons is human nature, and it can be an important driver for improvement. Benchmarking in business is a form of financial comparison. Lining up your monthly financials against an industry average can aid in critical decision making in your business to help steer growth and success. This is why the National Pest Management Association needs your help!

Participate in NPMA’s Financial Benchmarking Survey and contribute to a dataset that will shed light on the pest management industry’s latest operating ratios.

Heard From the Hill

Colorado Pest Control Association (CPCA) Holds First Annual Clay Shoot for Issues Defense Fund

Over 30 CPCA members gathered together to defend their industry on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at their First Annual Sporting Clay Shoot to raise money for their Issues Defense Fund. It was an incredibly strong showing for both attendance and money-raised, as CPCA raised over $8,000! CPCA honored Rep. Leslie Herod, as CPCA’s Legislative Champion for 2019, who sponsored the recently passed bed bug bill – HB 1328 that was signed by Governor Polis and enacted into law in May of this year. Rep. Hugh McKean and Sen. Rob Woodward participated and engaged with CPCA members for the day. NPMA is really impressed with CPCA, as they are firing on all cylinders. CPCA is evidence of our industry not only surviving but thriving! Excellent job!

NPMA Holds Discussions with Public Health Advocates on DC Bed Bug Legislation

Last week, NPMA staff held discussions with DC public health advocates and organizations regarding drafting and passing a bed bug bill in the DC City Council. Our industry and these groups all agree that every individual deserves to live a life pest-free and that we must enact policies into law that protect public health. Legislation passed in both Connecticut and Colorado will serve as models, as these groups believe they are excellent pieces of legislation. NPMA will draft the legislation and engage in a stakeholder process to ensure that all appropriate entities are heard. We look forward to unveiling the legislation later this year. We will keep members apprised of developments.

News From National

NPMA Privacy Policy Reminder

NPMA is committed to protecting the privacy of our members and other contacts. We will never sell your personal data to third parties without your opt-in consent. To view the full NPMA Privacy Policy, click here.

New NPMA-33 Digital Forms Website

NPMA is excited to announce the launch of the newly redesigned NPMA Forms website, your go-to source for purchasing digital copies of the revised NPMA 33 WDI Inspection form. Completely redesigned from the ground up, this site offers a host of exciting new features and enhancements including:

Purchase digital forms in quantities of 50, 100, or as an annual UNLIMITED plan
New safe and secure online purchase options
Now, at no extra charge, every user can store digital forms online.
Add up to 5 users per account
Advanced document tracking and editing options
Add your own digital signature
A comprehensive help section outlining all these features and more.

The new digital forms site can be accessed through the same website as before, www.npmaforms.com. For questions on purchasing NPMA forms or the new NPMA forms website, contact Michael Bentley at MBentley@pestworld.org. Please direct all questions or concerns regarding the updated NPMA-33 form to Jim Fredericks at jfredericks@pestworld.org.

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NPMA Education and Events

Join NPMA at the 2019 Technology Summit, December 4-6 in Atlanta, Georgia. Showcasing a mix of business management sessions and interactive breakout groups featuring up-and-coming information and digital technologies for the pest management industry. The conference will feature technology thought leaders and provide a forum for attendees to learn from each other about their technology experiences as well as the current technologies used to enhance daily practices within their pest management businesses.

View the program and register today!

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Members Make Headlines

Washington State University ACE Prep Course 2019

WSU Urban IPM and Pesticide Safety Education program will be hosting an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Prep course and testing session. September- November 2019, online and at Puyallup, WA.

Learn more.

Ace Exterminating Named 2019 Torch Award Winner

Ace Exterminating is pleased to announce they have won the prestigious Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Business Ethics for 2019.

Learn more.

Weekly Headlines

Connecticut Reports Its First Death from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Years as the Outbreak Grows

CNN

A Connecticut resident infected with Eastern equine encephalitis has died in the state's first fatality from the disease since 2013, health officials said.

Rats, Roaches, Mold: Under USDA's Watch, Some Rural Public Housing is Falling Apart

NBC News

Decades of underinvestment and limited oversight could jeopardize housing for poor rural families, an investigation found.

Ticks Carrying Multiple Diseases Are ‘Taking Over’ Long Island

New York Post

Ticks are becoming especially abundant in Long Island, according to a study published this month in the journal mBio.

3 Cases of Deadly Virus Spread By Mosquitoes Confirmed In New Jersey Residents, Health Officials Say

CBS Philadelphia

New Jersey is among six states where people have been infected with a rare but deadly virus spread by mosquitoes. There are at least seven deaths as health investigations continue.

Colorado Residents Face Blood-Sucking Bat Bugs

Out There Colorado

Bat bugs, often mistaken for beg bugs, develop in colonies of roosting bats, often living somewhere inside or near your home.

For your Business

The Keys to Memorable Leadership: Challenge, Empower and Reward

Thin Difference

There have been instances in my career when I have been led perfectly and poorly. But when I think back on the memorable experiences when I was led successfully, it came down to these three things.

Sorry, Not Sorry: How Superficial Apologies Cost You Credibility and Trust

Entrepreneur

Whether the leader was directly or indirectly responsible doesn't matter. Employees trust, and are influenced by, leaders who own and accept responsibility.

What Your "Action Logic" Says About Your Leadership Style

Business2Community

In the business world anyone can be a leader in name and title. It’s the effectiveness of your leadership that is more important.

What You’re Probably Getting Wrong About Workplace Burnout

Fast Company

Workplace burnout has gotten a lot of attention since the World Health Organization expanded its definition, but that doesn’t mean it’s now officially a diagnosable disease.

10 Magic Phrases That Will Make You a Better Leader

Great Leadership

Want to be a better leader? Then try improving your vocabulary – add some powerful phrases that will engage, motivate and inspire others.