Tar Heel Pest Management News

September 2024

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Leadership Development Academy due Sept. 30

If you're looking for a way to take your career to the next level and learn invaluable leadership skills for every aspect of your life, check out our Leadership Development Program.

There are a few spots still open for our next Leadership Development Academy class! Apply before Sept. 30 to secure your spot for this unique leadership training now.

The Leadership Development Academy is an innovative three-part development program which will provide participants with a fresh take on leadership skills and strategies that can be immediately put to practical use in any size company, department or even in your personal life.

Pest Management Specific Training

The program is customized to the Pest Management Industry.

So, if you've been thinking about sharpening your leadership skills, or have a team member in your company that you would like to see grow to the next level of leadership capability, then apply today!

Sessions

The program consists of three in-person sessions, and requires travel and overnight stays (not covered by tuition).

Organizational Leadership
Personal & Team Leadership
Implementation Toolbox

**DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SEPT. 30**

NCPMA's New Website

NCPMA has launched a new website that is more user friendly and has more membership capabilities.

Check it out now to see:

A new and improved Find a Pro which offers more search capabilities.
Members-Only Area that allows members to update their contact information easily.
Updated Calendar that allows visitors to add event information to their personal calendars.

We will be updating the site and making even more improvements over the coming months, so stay tuned!

Check out the site today at www.ncpestmanagement.org.

Renew Your NCPMA Membership Today

It's time to renew your NCPMA membership! We love our members and want to make sure you remain part of the NCPMA family.

Renewal requests were sent via email, so make sure you check your inboxes and spam folders to ensure you don't miss it.

If you have questions or need help, email info@ncpestmanagement.org.

SPONSORSHIPS SELLING FAST: 2024 Bug Cup

On Oct. 1, we'll host our Annual Bug Cup Charity Golf Tournament at Eagle Chase Golf Course in Marshville, NC.

The tournament will benefit NCPMA Charities and the NCPMA Extension Program Endowment in Honor of Mike Waldvogel.

When

Oct. 1, 2024

10 a.m.

Location

Eagle Chase Golf Course

3215 Brantley Rd.

Marshville, NC 28103

Price

Registration is $90 per player or $360 per team

**Sponsorships are selling fast, so secure yours today before they sell out!**

REGISTRATION OPEN: WDIR Accreditation Training Course

If you're thinking of becoming a WDIR Accredited Inspector, join us Oct. 23 at Terminix Triad in Greensboro for an in-person WDIR Accreditation Training Course.

Learn more about our NCPMA-developed WDIR Accreditation Program at our website.

Location:

Terminix Triad

1703 E Wendover Ave.

Greensboro, NC

Time:

Tuesday October 23, 2024

Doors open 8:00 a.m.

Class starts 8:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION OPEN: NCSU Training Opportunities

NCSU Structural Pest Workshops

NCSU will offer Structural Pest Workshops in October. All workshops are approved for 3 P-phase CCUs and will take place at the NCSU Structural Pest Management Training Facility located at 4000 Chi Road, Raleigh, NC 27604. Please contact Patty Alder at pmalder@ncsu.edu with questions.

Oct. 14: Ant ID & Management Workshop (9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.); Cockroach ID & Management Workshop (1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Oct. 15: Hands-on Calibration & Equipment Maintenance Workshop (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.); Bed Bug ID & Management Workshop (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Oct. 16: Fly ID & Management Workshop (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)

Pesticide Safety School

NC State University will offer a Pesticide Safety School Oct. 22-23 in Greensboro. The two-day event will include certification training, and it will be held at the extension center.