Fairfax, VA - April 8, 2025 - The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) today announced the first cohort of pest management professionals to earn the new NPMA Pro Certified credential. Ten professionals from across the United States and Canada successfully completed the certification requirements during the program's inaugural quarter, January through March 2025.

"We're excited to recognize this first group of NPMA Pro Certified professionals," said Dominique Stumpf, CAE, CEO of NPMA. "This certification represents our industry's commitment to excellence and provides pest management professionals with the opportunity to demonstrate their comprehensive expertise in protecting public health and property."

The NPMA Pro Certified credential, which launched in January 2025, is administered by the Foundation for Professional Pest Management and endorsed by NPMA. The certification validates expertise across key areas including safety protocols, regulatory compliance, customer service, and treatment methods.

The first recipients of NPMA Pro Certified include:

• Allison Allen (Virginia)
• Wayne Bazzle (Oregon)
• David Flynn (Massachusetts)
• Matthew Gibbons (Alberta, Canada)
• Adam Hathcock (South Carolina)
• Travis Helmstetler (Kansas)
• Glen Ramsey (Georgia)
• Vernon Randolphe (New Jersey)
• Jason Rothamel (Pennsylvania)
• Michael Wedding (Ohio)

To earn the NPMA Pro Certified credential, candidates must have at least one year of experience at a pest management company and pass a comprehensive examination. The certification is available to all qualified individuals, regardless of their company's NPMA membership status.

"This new credential recognizes commitment to excellence and mastery of the latest techniques and industry best practices," added Stumpf. "By becoming NPMA Pro Certified, these professionals demonstrate to employers, clients, and the community that they are a cut above the rest."

Pest management professionals interested in learning more about the certification process can visit www.npmapro.org.

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About the National Pest Management Association

The NPMA, a non-profit organization with more than 4,000 members, was established in 1933 to support the pest management industry's commitment to the protection of public health, food, and property from the diseases and dangers of pests. For more information, visit www.NPMAPestWorld.org.

About NPMA PRO

NPMA Pro is administered by the Foundation for Professional Pest Management, an independent organization that has been developing good business practices and standards since 2004. NPMA Pro is endorsed by the NPMA. Learn more at www.npmapro.org or reach us at npmapro@pestworld.org.