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Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) is an affiliate group of NPMA whose mission is to attract, develop and support women in the pest management industry through educational programs, resources, and peer networking.

The Global Ambassador Award is designed to recognize an individual in the field of structural pest management that belongs to the applicator, supplier, distributor, association staff or higher education community, whom has demonstrated excellence in advancing our industry.

NPMA Gives is a business recognition program designed to showcase the charitable donations, programs, and time contributed by our member companies to their communities.

The NPMA Culture Catalyst Award recognizes pest management companies that demonstrate exceptional company culture and core values that drive employee recruitment, retention, and engagement.

Bed bugs have become a widespread nuisance, exacerbated by global events like Paris Fashion Week and the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics. Increased public awareness through viral stories has prompted individuals to learn how to check for and prevent infestations. Educating customers about bed bugs and their prevention is crucial amid rising concerns.

Don't believe everything you see on social media. A viral Reddit post claimed that a Sephora moisturizer attracted wolf spiders. Users speculated on its ingredients, but entomology experts debunked the idea, stating that the lotion does not contain spider pheromones. The increase in spider sightings is likely due to cold weather driving spiders indoors, not the body butter itself.