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| | Summertime is Busy Time - But PMPs Push Through!In her president's message, Samantha commends our industry for their dedication and hard work as we strive to provide excellence in pest management across Maryland during these steamy summer months. She also highlights some upcoming events that provide both technical and business training - that she encourages all MSPCA members to take advantage of. |
| | September 10, 2024, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmThe MSPCA Business Building Blocks & Connections is a newly developed business management training and networking event designed to provide business management-focused sessions that will lay a foundation for PMP excellence! This is the first of what MSPCA plans to be an ongoing series of in-person and electronic learning opportunities that will provide business owners and their teams with information, training, and networking opportunities - all designed to help PMPs grow their businesses. Check out the details about this event and start thinking about who you will bring with you to this event - registration is open and the inaugural year cost is just $35/person! |
| | MSPCA would like to remind all applicators to review the products they use and ensure that each technician applying a product is appropriately certified to apply the products they are using. Additionally, ensure that each technician is appropriately certified in each state where they make applications. It is also a good idea to plan ahead and be prepared to meet the coming requirement for RUPs to only be applied by a certified technician. |
| | MSPCA Member Benefit: Advancing Education for Our Members Families & EmployeesThe Maryland State Pest Control Association (MSPCA) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2024 Fred Neil Scholarship, Julia Lieberman. MSPCA members, employees, and their children are eligible for this annual scholarship. |
| | MSPCA shares the Maryland Department of Agriculture's efforts to ensure the safe and compliant use and application of pest control products. During this busy time of year please remember to always read and follow the labels on the products you are using. Read them often, as they do change! Alex Lehmann has a few reminders for our industry, read his tips below. |
| | Get Connected to Your Industry & Enjoy Comradery and Personal GrowthNo matter what your perspective is, how long you have been involved or where you are in your career, NPMA has an interest group - or groups - to help connect you to other members within your national association and to become more engaged in the association. Check out the four interest groups available to you as an NPMA member! |
| | The HUD-NPMA 99a and HUD-NPMA 99b forms have been extended with an updated expiration date of 07-31-2027. All prior versions of these forms are now expired and should no longer be used. |
| | Seth Garber, Pest DailyIn the pest and wildlife control industries, ensuring steady growth and financial stability typically depends on how well you can predict your future revenue. That's where the power of a recurring revenue model comes into play. As an owner/operator, one of your key responsibilities beyond managing your company’s daily operations is to secure a predictable and consistent income stream that can sustain your business and help it grow. |
| | MSPCA congratulates Trisha Shellenberger on her retirement and welcomes Brian Lynch as our Mid-Atlantic Technical Rep!Trisha Shellenberger made her mark here in the Mid-Atlantic region through her hard work and dedication to educating and supporting PMPs with their Rodent Management programs. She was an excellent trainer and invaluable resource to her customers and was an integral part of the MSPCA Board of Directors. MSPCA wishes Trisha all the best in her retirement. We are eager to meet Brian Lynch and get to know him as the new Bell rep. Read the personnel update from Bell below. |
| | Richard Kramer, BCE, Kramer Pest Management & ConsultingIn this article, Richard explains that the American Cockroach originally came to our shores via ship from Africa in the 1600s. But he extrapolates, that their original point of entry is not as important as how they are gaining entry into your customers' property now. Hopefully, those of you who are experiencing problems with this species will be able to think creatively about where these cockroaches are harboring and thus be able to solve your customers’ problems. Richard shares examples of ACR challenges he has faced over the years, illustrating the importance of thorough inspections and customer education. |
| | Renewals were due June 30th, but it is not too late to renew!The Maryland State Pest Control Association and the National Pest Management Association were excited to begin our new membership year on July 1st! Both associations are gearing up for another year of providing education, legislative & regulatory advocacy, and providing meaningful ways to support the pest management industry. If you haven't already done so, click below to renew your membership today! |
| | If you are in the Pest Management business and are not enjoying the benefits of Association membership - we invite you to become a joint member of the Maryland State Pest Control Association and the National Pest Management Association. Join now and get the best rate for MPSCA training, including the Interstate Pest Management Conference being held January 29th & 30th in 2025. |
| | David Moore, BCE, Dodson Bros. Exterminating Co.As temperatures rise during hot weather, staying safe and comfortable becomes a priority. One effective and often overlooked tool in managing heat is the simple hat. Wearing the right hat can make a significant difference in your heat safety. In this article, David talks about how hats contribute to heat safety, and he provides practical tips for choosing and using hats to stay cool and safe. |
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Upcoming Events
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September 10, 2024
9:00AM - 2:30PM EDT | A Business Management Training & Networking Event ~ Laying a Foundation for PMP Excellence!Mission Center Baltimore-Washington Conference of the UMC The MSPCA invites you and your team to attend the first Business Building Blocks & Connections event designed to help PMPs grow their businesses. This first event, which MSPCA plans to develop into an ongoing series, is designed for owners, managers, sales teams, service representatives, or anyone who is integral in the operation of a pest management company. The three business-building sessions will focus on sales, customer service, and employee engagement. Plus, we've built in time for attendees, vendors and speakers to make connections during the event over breakfast and lunch. |
| October 3, 2024
8:00AM - 12:30PM EDT | Live Zoom Event This half-day program will take place on Thursday, October 3, 2024, virtually on Zoom. MDA considers a live zoom meeting to be an in-person event, even if it is virtual. Recertification credits will be applied for in in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. The cost is $45 for MSCPA members and $75 for non-members. Registration will open soon. |
| November 21, 2024
6:00PM - 8:00PM EDT | Open to all MSPCA Members!Location TBD The MSPCA Board and Annual Meeting will be held on November 21st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The Board hosts this meeting to give members the opportunity to come together to participate in some year-end business of the organization, but also to enjoy the company and friendship of those in attendance who share a common passion to build a strong state association in Maryland. Registration will open soon for this event, but in the meantime please mark your calendars and plan to join us. |
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