NPMA recognized two outstanding industry professionals during its 2025 Legislative Day, held March 9-11 in Washington, D.C.

This distinguished recognition celebrates U.S. Military Veterans who demonstrate exceptional dedication to supporting fellow veterans, their families, and colleagues within the pest management industry.

Keller, who serves as Technical Services Director for Burns Pest Elimination in Phoenix, Arizona, was presented with the award at NPMA's Legislative Day on Monday, March 11, 2024. 

The David Cooksey PestVet of the Year Award recognizes a veteran for their outstanding contributions to the industry and to the communities they serve. 

NPMA's PestVets Council brought together participants of PestWorld 2023 to build the community provided by Wounded Warrior Ohana and support wounded and disabled Veterans in Hawaii.