04/03/2024

J.W. Efird

J.W. Efird was among the inaugural class of NCPMA Hall of Fame inductees. His pest management career began in 1941 and continued until his death in 1982.  After founding Modern Exterminating Company in 1952, he was active in the association from 1958-1982 where he served on several committees regarding termite and pest control procedures. An early member of the new North Carolina Pest Control Association, J.W. Efird is credited with influencing the path the association took in shaping the professionalism of the industry and building the association on a solid foundation which has helped to make it what it is today.