PestWorld 2025 Announces Powerhouse Keynote Speakers for Industry's Premier Event
Four-Time Olympian Chaunte Lowe and AI Futurist Elatia Abate to Headline General Sessions at Orlando Convention
NPMA today announced the keynote speakers for PestWorld 2025's two general sessions, featuring an extraordinary lineup of inspirational leaders who will address the pest management industry's brightest minds this October in Orlando, Florida.
Olympic Champion Chaunte Lowe to Kick Off Wednesday General Session
Four-time Olympian and three-time world championship medalist Chaunte Lowe will deliver the opening keynote address on Wednesday, October 22, during the Opening General Session sponsored by Corteva AgriSciences. Lowe, who holds both indoor and outdoor women's high jump American records, will share her powerful story of conquering insurmountable odds, including her triumphant battle against breast cancer.
Lowe's story of determination and resilience perfectly aligns with the values that define the pest management industry. Her journey from childhood dreams to Olympic glory, combined with her courage in facing life's greatest challenges, will inspire attendees to reach new heights in their own careers and businesses.
At just 20 years old, Lowe transformed her California dreams into Olympic reality, becoming a force to be reckoned with through pure determination and grit. Her record-breaking jumps and championship medals are testament to her philosophy of not just defying gravity, but rewriting the rules entirely.
AI Expert Elatia Abate to Close Industry Awards Session
Elatia Abate, entrepreneur and Forbes-recognized leading female futurist, will headline Thursday's Industry Awards & General Session sponsored by Syngenta. Currently serving as Futurist in Residence for Paylocity, Abate is a globally recognized expert on the futures of work and strategy, with a mission to revolutionize leadership to empower humanity in the Age of AI.
As the pest management industry continues to evolve with technology and innovation, Abate's insights into AI and the future of work will prove invaluable for industry professionals. Her expertise will help members understand how to navigate and leverage emerging technologies to build stronger, more efficient businesses.
Abate's Future-Led Leadership content has been utilized by major organizations including Verizon, UniGroup RMI – Rocky Mountain Institute, Grupo Globo, CME Group, and The College of William and Mary Raymond A. Mason School of Business.
Opening Ceremony and Entertainment Highlight PestWorld Experience
The conference will kick off Tuesday evening with the PestWorld Opening Ceremony sponsored by envu, featuring Derek's Yacht Rock Band performing classic yacht rock covers that will transport attendees to their own personal paradise.
Adding to the entertainment value, both general sessions will feature dynamic performances. Wednesday morning's session will include the Jake & Elwood Blues Review, bringing the legendary Blues Brothers to life with high-energy performances, while Thursday will showcase a breathtaking Teeterboard Duo act featuring elite acrobats performing heart-pounding flips and perfectly timed landings.
Industry Recognition and Networking
Thursday's session will also feature the presentation of NPMA's prestigious industry awards, including the Pinnacle Award, Women of Excellence Award, Emerging Leaders Award, Culture Catalyst Award, Excellence in Sustainability Award, and NPMA Gives Award, among others.
About PestWorld 2025
PestWorld 2025 will take place October 21-24, 2025, at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. The event will feature over 200 industry-leading vendors in a 100,000-square-foot exhibit hall, comprehensive educational programming, and extensive networking opportunities for pest management professionals from around the globe.
Early bird registration rates are available through September 5, 2025.
