PCT Radio Network

PCT interviewed Eric Bassett, co-owner of Natura Pest Control, Vancouver, Wash., who shared his insights on factors that have contributed to the rapid growth of the pest control market.

In the following video interview, Sprague's Chief Financial Officer Angela Treleven shared how running has helped prioritize her health and be a “problem solver” in her career, while continuing to seek adventure and make memories with family and Sprague employees.

In the following video interview, Dye shared why PMPs need to educate themselves on pest biology and make thorough inspections and treatments. He also emphasized the importance of using tools and resources in the field, such as magnifying glasses, to properly identify ants.

At NPMA PestWorld, Kurt Treftz, owner of Cascade Pest Control, Snohomish, Wash., was presented with the A.C.E. Professional Award from the Entomological Society of America.

Schaffer, owner of Innovative Pest Management (IPM), Lexington, Ky., and president of the Kentucky Pest Management Association, spoke at the University of Kentucky Short Course conference on the importance of being involved in state and national associations.

Karen Furgiuele of Gardex Chemicals, Ltd. in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, received the Women of Excellence Award at PestWorld in Denver. Furgiuele reflects on her career and the significance of the award in this video interview.

In the following video interview, NPMA President Faye Golden shared more on her professional efforts in public policy, her personal interests in being a founding member of the Black Ownership Matters (BOM) organization and her goals to increase diversity in the pest control industry.

PCT interviewed Chase Hazelwood, CEO of Go-Forth Pest Control, at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn., to learn more about the company's beginnings as a third-generation business owner. Hazelwood also shared how the company has found success by being "mobile" before the COVID-19 pandemic shifted the remote workforce perspective.

In 2023, Cook's Pest Control celebrated 95 years in business. PCT interviewed Brian Cook at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn., where he shared the significance of this milestone and future growth strategies for the company.

PCT interviewed Stephen Pelphrey, operations manager for Adams Exterminating, at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn., to learn more about the company's beginnings and future growth strategies.

PCT interviewed Alex Dallas, Liberty Pest Control, at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn. Dallas shared how Liberty Pest Control has become successful and why the best advice he ever received was: "It doesn't cost anything to be a kind person."

PCT interviewed Jay Keating, CEO of PestCo Holdings, at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn. Keating shared his industry background and how the company has rapidly grown via acquisitions.

At NPMA Academy in Orlando, Fla., PCT interviewed Charles Church, vice president of Getem Services in Norfolk, Va., on running the fourth generation family business with 100 years of history, his experiences growing up in the pest control industry and how Getem Services integrates family culture into their business model.

PCT interviewed Kyle Selbach, director of operations at All U Need Pest Control, at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn., to learn more about the company's beginnings and future growth strategies.

PCT interviewed Servall Pest Control at the Top 100 Awards Ceremony and Executive Summit in Nashville, Tenn., to learn more about the company's beginnings and future growth strategies.

A video recap of NPMA Academy, held July 16-18, at the Omni Orlando Resort in ChampionsGate, Fla.

Dean Johnson, founder of Healthy Homes, Palmyra, Va., started his business in 2018 with his previous career knowledge in construction, supply chain management and software development to build a thriving family-owned pest control business.

Cassie Krejci, Ph. D., head of science and innovation for North America at Rentokil Initial, explains why the center was built, some of its features and the company's current and future plans for the state-of-the-art facility.

Allie Allen, NPMA’s vice president of membership and certification, shared how the Women’s Forum continues to grow each year, helping women and men in all sectors of the pest control industry advance in their career paths.

Sprague's Alfie and Ross Treleven said the decision to pass the torch of CEO involved years of conversations that have now come full circle for the fourth-generation, family-owned company.

Pest-End, Plaistow, N.H., was No. 80 on PCT’s Top 100 list. Pest-End Co-owner and Chief Financial Officer Amanda Forrestall shared how the company has created a more inclusive work culture to drive business growth, continuing to focus on employee retention as the next generation of workers enter the pest control industry.

Danielle Restuccia, technical services manager, Northeast, Orkin, provides a tick control primer and shares what Orkin is doing in the way of training and promoting its tick control services.

Robert Puckett, assistant professor and extension entomologist at Texas A&M University, discussed why climate change is impacting the geographic spread of ants, and the extreme weather patterns impacting pest pressure in the south.

At PestWorld ’23, PCT interviewed Rove Pest Control COO Rob Greer to get his perspective on industry trends.

Wilson, Virginia Tech graduate candidate and research specialist, shared some of the work she’s completing at the Dodson Urban Pest Management Lab and her efforts on giving back to the public.

PCT spoke with Shannon Sked, director at Western Fumigation, Sharon Hill, Pa., at this year’s NPMA Legislative Day to address the misconception that PMPs cannot be stewards of the environment.

Claudia Riegel, director of City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board, discussed how roof rats have expanded their range. Riegel also shared what the team is doing to monitor and control them.

Jeff Keller, the recipient of the David Cooksey PestVet of the Year, spoke with PCT at NPMA's Legislative Day on his transition into pest control after serving in the military and how he gives back to veterans in his community.

Court Parker, CEO of Bug Busters, Woodstock, Ga., discussed incentive strategies the company has used to combat hiring and retention challenges. He also shared the timeless story behind the company's name and legacy.

Dwight Reynolds, group compliance manager for the Western U.S. at Rentokil Terminix, was named FMC's Policy Person of the Year at this year's NPMA Legislative Day in Washington D.C.

At PestWorld ’23, PCT interviewed Dennis Weiss, technical supervisor, Saela Pest Control, Orem, Utah, about fly control.

At PestWorld ’23, PCT interviewed Bill Cowley, co-owner, Cowleys Pest Services, Farmingdale, N.J. Cowley talked about hiring challenges and some of the proactive measures the company has taken to address these obstacles.

At PestWorld 2023 in Hawaii, PCT caught up with Rollins’ Glen Ramsey, who shared some of his observations and advice for inspecting for and treating drywood termites.

Rian and Noelle Goins, owners of Get Goins Pest Control, Los Angeles, Calif., shared their efforts of giving back to their community with the Keep It Goins Foundation, covering costs of those suffering from a pest infestation in low-incoming housing.