This week in Orlando, Fla., Pest Management Professional magazine has brought together pest management professionals (PMPs) and several sponsors for a myriad of networking opportunities in its first-ever PMP Growth Summit. “It’s part of our mission as a magazine to build relationships and revenue for our readers,” says Marty Whitford, PMP publisher and editorial director. “This event, […]
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Q&A: Pyramid ants, yellowjackets and mice
Q: In a city park about the size of 10 football fields, pyramid ants (Dorymyrmex spp.) are on every square...
M&A: Don’t overlook tax impact on sellers
One commonly overlooked aspect of a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transaction is determining the tax impact on the seller. Without...
Thief ants: How they got their name
You have to wonder what thief ants (Solenopsis molesta) did to get their name. Swipe packs of gum from the...
Small brownbanded cockroach talks big game
An interview with a brownbanded cockroach (Supella longipalpa). Pest Management Professional (PMP): Thanks for agreeing to this interview, although I...
Pest industry M&A: A historical perspective
Historically, the professional pest management industry can be best described as a family affair. The majority of firms start as...
Mobile websites: Google to penalize for pop-up ads
Google is cracking down on mobile websites that intentionally degrade the online browsing experience for the rest of us. Starting...
PMP learns the importance of license recertification
I have this recurring dream/nightmare: I’m working in radio again (my first profession), and I’m preparing to go on air...
Vehicles as rodent harborage
The National Pest Management Association recently publicized an interesting tidbit: Rodents are “wired” to infest car engines. “Vehicles possess the...
Why house mouse device placement matters
When it comes to Mus musculus management, one of the most important rules of thumb is to place bait stations,...
M&A: How to maximize your pest management firm’s potential
The variables for the pest management mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process have changed over time. Here’s what you need to...
Caption This: Political problems
You know you have a funny quip for this Leo Michael panel. Why not share it with the industry? Send...
More ‘magic’ from the Real Green conference
Real Green’s user conference, “Solutions 2017: The Magic of Marketing,” ended Jan. 13 with attendees abuzz about how much they...
Reader Editorial: 3 tips for Realtor relationships
Mention the word “Realtor,” and you will get many different responses within the pest management industry. Love ’em or hate...
How to inspect for mild bed bug infestations
Bed bug infestations follow a regular pattern, from introductions to infestations that can grow large over a period of months....
Q&A: Which digital technology trends are impacting the pest industry?
Which digital technology trends are having a big impact on our industry? Experts chime in: “Smartphones and tablets are likely...