By GPCA PR Committee
February 2021

Friends and Members,

Welcome back to another edition of the GPCA PR Corner! We are here to spread our love this month with many different opportunities, including topics on how you can get involved with Professional Women in Pest Management, scholarship opportunities, and more.

Thank you for your continued hard work, involvement and advocacy for our industry.
Get Involved with PWIPM Today!

Professional Women in Pest Management

The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) is an affiliate group of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) whose mission is to attract, develop and support women in the pest management industry through educational programs, resources and peer networking. 
The Georgia chapter of Professional Women in Pest Management would love your input! Each year, we become involved in several different events or discussions including:

  • Hosts professional development sessions
  • Recognizing an industry leader through the Women of Excellence Award.
GPCA Presents First Annual Awards
Congratulations to Chuck Carney and Xavier Cugnon!

During the Dalton (Athens) Winter Conference, Chuck Carney (Cook's Pest Control) and Xavier Cugnon (Arrow Exterminators) were awarded the First Annual PestVet of the Year Awards. Chuck and Xavier are currently serving as co-chairs of the GPCA PestVets Committee and have been instrumental to the betterment of supporting Georgia veterans. Thank you for all that you do, Chuck and Xavier; we are truly grateful for your continued efforts!

Congratulations to Wendy Morgan!

After the Dalton (Athens) Winter Conference, Director of Human Resources Wendy Morgan (Cingo) was awarded the First Annual Administrative Professional of the Year Award. With Wendy's calm steady nature and sharp mind, she has helped lead many initiatives to the growth of Cingo. Thank you Wendy for the promotion and advocacy of the pest control industry!
Benefits of Membership
Scholarships

GPCA is an advocate to giving back to its members and their families. Every year, the Georgia Pest Control Association awards two different scholarships.
The Burnett Scholarship is named after Glenn Burnett and this program provides scholarships for our members’ children - no matter what their course of study.

Deadline for applications is April 15th, 2021.
The Russell Scholarship is named after Robert Russell. It is dedicated to supporting the advanced education of a promising student enrolled in at least one entomology course at the University of Georgia.

Deadline for applications is August 15th, 2021.
In the Media
GA PestVets - Coat Drive Donation

The GPCA GA PestVets Committee was recently featured in the media regarding the donation of coats to the Cherokee County Homeless Veterans Program. Over 1,000 coats were donated because of the efforts our GPCA members! Thank you to everyone who helped with this great cause!
Calendar of Events
February 2021:

February 23 - GPCA Spring Road Show
February 23 - 4th Tuesday Training
February 25 - Region 2 Meeting
February 26 - GPCA Spring Road Show
March 2021:

March 7-13 - Termite Awareness Week
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