PestWorld Highlights

Tuesday, October 20

PestWorld Opening Ceremony on the Main Stage Featuring Emcee Sean Bott

Sponsored by envu

Kick off at the Opening Ceremony, where the entire industry comes together to celebrate what it means to be “Built for this Business.” Designed to energize attendees and set the tone for the week ahead, the Opening Ceremony will bring the pest management community together for an unforgettable start to the event. Be prepared to be amazed and entertained by emcee and mentalist Sean Bott, who will keep the energy high throughout the Main Stage opening while helping attendees build momentum and get ready to make the most of everything PestWorld has to offer.

Wednesday, October 21

Keynote Riaz Meghji on the Main Stage

Sponsored by Corteva

Make every interaction more impactful in Every Conversation Counts: Building Extraordinary Relationships in a Changed World. Riaz Meghji shares insights from his experience interviewing top leaders across industries, offering practical strategies to spark authentic conversations, build trust, and foster meaningful connections. Learn how to navigate conflict with empathy, communicate with purpose, and ask the right questions to create breakthrough moments that inspire action.

Thursday, October 22

Keynote Kyle Scheele and Industry Awards on the Main Stage

Sponsored by Syngenta

Turn your organization into an innovation engine with Becoming an Idea Factory. In this dynamic keynote, Kyle challenges the myth that creativity is innate, showing instead that it is a skill anyone can develop. Walk away with practical strategies to generate stronger ideas, empower your team’s creative potential, and build a culture where innovation thrives, plus learn the five essential elements every idea needs and how to eliminate common idea killers

Industry Awards Honor the Best of the Best

Each year, NPMA recognizes members whose outstanding contributions and achievements have made a lasting impact on the pest management industry

The following awards will be presented during PestWorld 2026:

• Pinnacle Award
• Culture Catalyst Award, Sponsored by Arrow Exterminators
• Technology Adopter Award, Sponsored by FieldRoutes
• Emerging Leaders Award, Sponsored by Rentokil -Terminix 
• Women of Excellence Award, Sponsored by Target Specialty Products
• Excellence in Sustainability Award, Sponsored by Nisus
• NPMA Gives Award, Sponsored by PestPac by WorkWave
• 2025/2026 Committee of the Year Award
• 2025/2026 Committee Chair of the Year Award