PPMA Updates Its Popular School Programs & Urges the Industry to Get Back in Schools
The Alliance is also gifting the programs to NPMA’s Workforce Development Initiative The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing and education arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), last week announced it has released two new versions of its customizable school presentations that bring pest control into K-8 and high school, technical and vocational classrooms. Perfect for virtual career days via Zoom or in-person instruction following school safety guidelines, the updated presentations feature new videos and content to make them more engaging with student audiences.
Don’t Miss the Final Episode of the NPMA’s Small Business Toolbox Webinar Series
EPISODE 3 – Establishing A Company Culture | Wednesday, March 31, 2021 | 3:00-4:00 PM EDT In this third segment of the Small Business Toolbox Series, hear from culture experts and industry leaders, Megan Thomas of Thomas Pest Services in Albany, New York, and Kyle Varona of Fahey Pest and Lawn in Sarasota, Florida. Learn why culture matters from the first hire, how to quickly identify culture, and how to inexpensively make it part of everyday work life. Click here to register! Heard From the HillIn January, EPA announced that it intended to codify product performance data requirements for products claiming efficacy against certain pests, including wood destroying insects, public health pests and certain invasive species. Following a long delay, the Agency published the proposed rule to the Federal Register last week. The proposal would officially incorporate the EPA’s Product Performance Guidelines into the registration requirement for these pest groups. NPMA is engaged with industry allies and regulators to represent the interests of the structural pest control industry on this issue.
News From National This information is provided to you as a courtesy from NPMA and does not constitute an official NPMA recommendation, policy or requirement. It is provided solely to help you understand the complex world of emerging vaccination questions. The pest management industry was declared an essential industry almost immediately during the pandemic; we have been working hard to keep Americans safe during a very uncertain time. With vaccinations now available to essential workers in almost every state, it is important for the industry to have the facts about vaccines. NPMA has prepared a resource guide to help guide your workplace and you in making the right decision about the vaccination.
Submit an Application for the 2021 NPMA Gives Award
Application Deadline: May 1 Presented by NPMA's Leadership Networking Community, the NPMA Gives Award recognizes NPMA member companies that have demonstrated leadership through their dedication and contribution to the good of the community. As part of its mission, the Leadership Networking Community is committed to honoring those companies that have made a real contribution to their community. Such contributions are demonstrated through carrying out and/or participating in community service projects. These projects may be industry related (complimentary pest control for at risk environments, etc.), or non-industry related (walk/run, raising funds for the community, blood drives). The entry must demonstrate the company's consistency over a minimum of a three-year period. The winning company will be featured in the September/October issue of PestWorld magazine and recognized at Academy 2021 in Tucson, AZ. Click here to view judging criteria and to submit your application. 
Through March 31, 2021 all NPMA member companies can post current job openings at no cost on the live job board at Careers.PestControlJobs.com.
 Register today for the virtual 2021 Industry Safety Summit on May 6-7. This workshop-style meeting will bring safety experts together with companies of all sizes to talk safety in the pest management industry. Topics covered will include safe driving, pesticide safety, and tips on implementing a safety program in your business.
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Member Benefit HighlightAre past due accounts bugging your business? Has the economy put you in the unfortunate position of "bill collector" instead of service provider? As a benefit of membership, NPMA members have access to discounted collection services from A.R.M. Solutions. A.R.M. Solutions delivers cost effective and diplomatic programs to maximize recovery rates, retain valued customers, and lower the overall cost of collecting on past due accounts. Click here for more information about this member benefit. NPMA Education and Events
Register Today for the Back to Bugs: Flies, Ants, and Spiders Webinar
This training series is designed to prepare technicians to hit the ground running in 2021. The fourth webinar Back to Bugs: Flies, Ants, and Spiders takes place on April 23. This webinar will cover topics on small fly problems, uncontrollable ants and nuisance spiders. Sign up for this training and get ready to elevate your business and earn valuable CEU credits! Click here to register and learn more.
The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) needs your help choosing a charity for this year’s annual 5k Fun Run/Walk at PestWorld 2021. Proceeds from the PWIPM 5K Fun Run/Walk will benefit a charity nominated by you. Submit your nomination by April 30, 2020. The PWIPM Council will select three of the nominees and let the industry vote on the winner.
Members Make Headlines  McCall Service donated $8,925 to United Way Northeast Florida in their efforts to fund relief in the COVID-19 crisis.As a family owned and operated company with over 90 years of service, McCall Service is deeply connected to their community and customers. Funds for the donation were raised as part of a promotion offered in April that provided a discount to customers for new annual services and a $25 donation to United Way.
The Virginia Pest Management Association is hosting two virtual events that qualify for recertification credits in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Washington DC and West Virginia in categories 7A, 7B, 8 and 60 (registered technician). If you need recertification credits before Virginia’s June 30th deadline sign up to attend a Webinar on either April 8th or May 4th. To register, click on the dates above or for more information click here! 
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Deadline: April 30
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