Episode 187: Behind the Scenes of the NPMA with Dr. Jim Fredericks

📅 May 15, 2025 ⏱️ 51:49 🎤 Eric Basset, Jake Claus, Dr. Jim Fredericks

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Introducing Dr. Jim Fredericks

The hosts introduce Dr. Jim Fredericks, a board-certified entomologist and Senior Vice President of Public Affairs at the NPMA, highlighting his impressive background.
0:10

NPMA vs. PPMA Explained

Dr. Fredericks clarifies the distinct roles of the NPMA, as an industry advocate, and the PPMA, as the consumer outreach and education arm, both working to grow the pest control 'pie'.
0:20

Upcoming NPMA Events

Discussion shifts to upcoming NPMA events including the Women's Forum, NPMA Academy focused on business and leadership development, and the highly anticipated Pest World conference in Orlando.
0:34

NPMA Pro Certification

Dr. Fredericks introduces NPMA Pro, a new individual certification designed for technicians with one year of experience to advance their careers and recognize their expertise.
0:40

PPMA Mainframe Resources

The Mainframe platform is detailed as a valuable resource for pest control companies, offering high-quality video, images, research, and marketing templates to investor members.
0:48

Call to Action: Get Engaged

Dr. Fredericks urges listeners to get engaged with NPMA and PPMA, emphasizing the importance of supporting the industry's growth and advocacy efforts through membership and participation.

Speakers

Eric Basset

Host

Jake Claus

Host

Dr. Jim Fredericks

board-certified entomologist and senior vice president of public affairs at the NPMA

Key Takeaways

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Join the NPMA and PPMA: Leverage the resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities these organizations provide to grow your business and stay informed about industry trends and regulations.

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Attend Pest World: Prioritize attending Pest World to connect with peers, discover new solutions and vendors, and gain valuable insights into growing your pest control business.

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Utilize PPMA Mainframe: Become a PPMA Mainframe investor to access high-quality marketing materials, consumer research, and press releases, enhancing your social media presence and establishing local expert status.

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Encourage NPMA Pro Certification: Support your technicians in pursuing the NPMA Pro certification to foster career advancement, improve technical and customer service skills, and build a stronger team.

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Stay Informed on Public Health Initiatives: Pay attention to awareness weeks (like Tick Awareness Week) and related NPMA/PPMA campaigns to align your services with public health needs and educate your customers on emerging threats.

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Engage with State Associations: Participate in your state pest control association, as many offer joint NPMA memberships and provide local networking and advocacy benefits.

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