Professional Women in Pest Management
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.
Each year, PWIPM:
- Hosts professional development sessions and networking events at NPMA's Legislative Day, Academy, and Pestworld;
- Awards professional empowerment grants;
- Recognizes an industry leader through the Women of Excellence Award;
- Raises money for a charity at the PestWorld 5k; and
- Empowers states to start local networks
PWIPM is sponsored by
Interested in Volunteering?
NPMA welcomes you to view our available volunteer opportunities and submit your name for consideration.
Applications for the 2026-2027 year are now closed. Applications for 2027-2028 will open Summer 2026.
Pest Management Industry Participates in International Women’s Day 2026
On March 8, people around the globe celebrate women during International Women’s Day, and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is proud to see the pest management industry participate.
PWIPM Announces 2025 Deni Naumann Empowerment Grant Recipients
Alyssia Zimmaro and Jennifer McIntosh honored with the 2025 Deni Naumann Women in Pest Management Empowerment Grants.
Pest Management Industry Participates in International Women’s Day 2025
On March 8, people around the globe celebrate women during International Women’s Day, and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is proud to see the pest management industry participate.
Jennifer Fox, ACE
Rentokil Terminix
Memphis, TN United States
Janet Preece, ACE
ZipZap Termite & Pest Control
Lawson, MO United States
Mickey Thomas
Arrow Exterminators
Atlanta, GA United States
Allie Allen, BCE, CAE
National Pest Management Association
Fairfax, VA United States
Layne Salvant
The Bug Man, Inc
Baton Rouge, LA United States
Anneke Cannon
Sage Pest Control
Draper, UT United States
Paula Alves
Holmdel, NJ United States
Faye Cebioglu
Dijital Karma Inc.
New York, NY United States
Sheri Cunningham
MGK
Minneapolis, MN United States
Angelique Grace Davis
Massey Services, Inc.
Dallas, TX United States
Leigh Fryxell
Pest-End
Plaistow, NH United States
Jessica Hamue
Joshua's San Diego
San Diego, CA United States
Shannon Harlow-Ellis, ACE
Mosquito Joe
Virginia Beach, VA United States
Sara Hartle
FieldRoutes
McKinney, TX United States
Morgan Manderfield, BCE
Ecolab
Eagan, MN United States
Susan Manning
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC
Coral Springs, NC United States
Ashley Marratt
Red Coat Services
Atlanta, GA United States
Emily Navis
World Pest Control/Sunflower Services
Sylvan Grove, KS United States
Eve Pappas
Hoffman's Exterminating Co., Inc.
Mantua, NJ United States
Crystal Plyler
Baton Pest and Wildlife Referrals
Draper, UT United States
Kendra Snyder
Quest Termite & Pest Management
Hellertown, PA United States
Sara Sooklall
Lane's Professional Pest Elimination, Inc.
Surfside Beach, SC United States
Michelle Taylor, ACE
Deans Services
Leesburg, FL United States
Get involved with PWIPM in your local area. Contact information for local chapters is listed by state or area below.
How to Lead a Local Network
Starting & Running a PWIPM Local Network
Interested in starting a local network? We recommend watch this video of PWIPM Local Network leaders sharing their advice. The discussion covers:
- How did you get started?
- Describe your first event
- Describe your most successful/favorite event so far.
- How often do you meet to plan stuff?
- How do you handle the finance side of your network?
- How do you communicate with folks and get the word out about your events?
- What’s a hurdle you’ve had to overcome and how did you do it?
- Any other advice for someone getting started?
1. Express your interest in starting a local chapter
If your state isn't listed and you're interested in getting something started, e-mail pwipm@pestworld.org. We will connect you with anyone else who is interested in your state. Any female in the pest control industry including supporting services and vendors qualifies to start a local chapter. Your company just has to be a member of the National Pest Management Association and your State Pest Management Association. The mission of the PWIPM is to support women in the pest management industry by promoting professional development, through educational programs, financial scholarships and peer networking. We appreciate your involvement!
Don't be intimidated, a local networking event can be as simple as bringing a group of women together at a coffee shop. Talk to your state pest management association for ideas on how PWIPM could help engage and grow membership.
State network leaders get together via conference call quarterly to share success stories and swap ideas. We will add you to the calendar event for this call. All state network leaders come together on a conference call on the 3rd Thursday every 3 months at 4pm Eastern (June, September, December, and March). Even if you haven't held an event yet, you are welcome!
2. Communicate with participating PCOs in your area
Gauge the interest by sending an e-mail to your state association membership and those who have expressed interest in PWIPM in your area.
E-mail your state association's executive director and ask them to help you spread the word. Associations don't give away membership lists, but may be willing to send a communication on your behalf via e-mail and in newsletters. Also reach out to industry vendors; other associations active in your area (lawn, mosquito, etc.); schools & universities with an entomology, biology, zoology, agriculture or related programs of interest; health departments with vector control; school districts' STEM programs, etc..
The PWIPM staff liaison at NPMA can send your communication to those in your state who have expressed interest in PWIPM by selecting "Women in Pest Control" as a topic of interest on their NPMA profile.
PWIPM can be a gateway to bringing in new members to both our state and national associations, so we encourage you to work closely with your association and communicate the benefits of membership to non-members at your local network events.
3. Get a Logo
Contact pwipm@pestworld.org and get yourself a logo. All local network logos incorporate the national PWIPM logo, with a regional notation. Use the logo on your promotions and anywhere you see fit.
4. Find Funding
Local networks usually need funding for two things:
- To put together a PWIPM booth display including a custom tablecloth, flyers, a banner, etc.
- To pay for food / events
The easiest thing is to act as a committee within your state association and be a part of the annual budget.
Outside of or in addition to this, the most common sources are:
- Have a company sponsor the event.
- Charge attendees so the event breaks even.
- Find a sponsor for the event. Vendors can also be helpful in promoting the event.
- Apply for a $500 grant from the PWIPM national council: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PWIPMLocalGrant
5. Host Events
When you have the event details ready, make sure you state association leaders and NPMA know. They can help you promote your event by e-mailing members, posting an event to facebook, and listing your event on the industry events calendar.
Here are some ideas for events, but more are shared on the local networks quarterly call:
- Meet & Greets at state training sessions and meetings
- International Women's Day (March 8th)
- Recurring section in trade and state association newsletters and e-zines
- Charity events with proceeds going to PWIPM type charities
- Wine & Art parties
- Color Runs
- Enrolling a group in an already existing charity event to support your local communities
- Coordinating with Girl Scouts to help a group get their bugs and insects badge.
To keep the network growing, we need to maintain a complete list of women who are interested. After your event, send your attendee info to pwipm@pestworld.org. Name, Company & E-mail address for each attendee.
Canada
Contact Kaija Saarinen and we will notify you when local events are happening.
There is a PWIPM networking reception each year at Pest Management Canada.
Pakistan
Contact Ayesha Azam and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Philippines
Contact Caren Baisas and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Alabama
Contact Faye Golden or Kristiana Illies and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Arizona
Contact Ruth Leo or Dawn Aguayo and we will notify you when local events are happening.
California
Contact Kaylin Bullert and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Learn more by calling (916) 372-4363 or emailing info@capma.org.
Connecticut
Contact Sheila Haddad and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Delaware, Southern New Jersey, & Eastern Pennsylvania
Contact Eve Pappas, Lisa DiDomenico, Dawn Hill-Hoffman, Stacey Wallrath, or Samantha Forrest and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Florida
Contact Sheri Cunningham and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Georgia
Contact Shay Runion and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Hawaii
Contact Ashley Ortogero and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Illinois
Contact Pat Hottel or Robiar Smith and we will notify you when local events are happening!
Indiana
Contact Sarah Wenger or Danielle Hardin and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Kansas
Contact Shonda Meitler and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Louisiana
Contact Layne Salvant and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Michigan
Contact Pam Blauvelt and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Minnesota
Contact Julie Baskerville or Andrea Guy and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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New England
Contact Marillian Missiti and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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New Jersey
New York
Contact Harriet Schary and we will notify you when local events are happening.
New York West
Contact Audrey Hall and we will notify you when local events are happening.
North Carolina
Contact Marie Horner or Maria Miller and we will notify you when local events are happening!
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Ohio
Contact Adrian Culpepper or Kristen Peregoy and well will notify you when local events are happening.
Oklahoma
Contact Katherine Brush and we will notify you when local events are happening.
South Carolina
Contact Donna Gross or Beth Warren and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Tennessee
Contact Erin Richardson, Jill Brindle, or Maria Pallotta and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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Texas
Contact Janet Hurley, Danielle Wallace, or Betty Thorton and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Virginia
Contact Andrea Coron or Shannon Harlow-Ellis and we will notify you when local events are happening.
Washington
Contact Samantha Malone and we will notify you when local events are happening.
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We have a monthly virtual meeting on the third Wednesday of each month.
Wisconsin
Contact Breanna Neerland and we will notify you when local events are happening.
