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NPMA Interest Groups
Communities & Diversity Council
The NPMA Communities + Diversity Council educates members about the benefits of diversity within the industry; provides tools for members to increase diversity within their organizations; promotes NPMA membership to minority-owned PCOs and improves member benefits to them; and collaborates with other NPMA Committees with special issues and education.
To learn more about diversity and engage in community discussions, visit MyNPMA online community
Click to learn more about the Communities & Diversity Council.
Leadership Networking Group
The NPMA Leadership Networking Group empowers all members by providing leadership growth, networking opportunities, and giving back to the communities we serve. The group's objectives are:
- Leadership Growth
- Networking
- Giving back to the communities we serve
Want to Get Involved? The call for volunteers for 2025-2026 is now open. NPMA welcomes all members to join volunteer councils and committees.
Click here to learn more about the Leadership Networking Group.
PestVets
The PestVets Council assists NPMA with creating awareness among military veterans of the pest management industry as a potential career choice, and educating the NPMA membership on how to recruit and hire military personnel.
The call for volunteers for 2025-2026 is now open. NPMA welcomes all members to join volunteer councils and committees.
Goals:
- Create awareness of pest control career opportunities in the pest management industry.
- Provide transition guidance to service members entering civilian employment in the industry.
- Recognize military veterans for their industry contributions.
- Give back to the military community and show appreciation for active military, veterans and their families.
PestVets Initiatives
- Military Hiring Recruitment Resources
- PestVets Mentorship Program
- PestVets Gives Back
- David Cooksey PestVet of the Year Award
The Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) is an affiliate group of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) whose mission is to attract, develop and support women in the pest management industry through educational programs, resources, and peer networking.
Each year, PWIPM:
- Hosts professional development sessions and networking events at NPMA's Legislative Day, Academy, and Pestworld;
- Awards professional empowerment grants;
- Recognizes an industry leader through the Women of Excellence Award;
- Raises money for a charity at the PestWorld 5k; and
- Empowers states to start local networks
