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Six participants from across the country will receive skills development and training for association leadership
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is proud to announce the selection of the Executive Leadership Program (ELP) class of 2021 participants, continuing NPMA’s commitment to prepare rising stars for association leadership roles and develop successful ambassadors for our industry.
“As proven with the previous four ELP classes, the curriculum presents a fantastic opportunity for these aspiring association leaders to grow professionally and personally. In turn, NPMA benefits by hearing fresh perspectives and establishing a pipeline of engaged members. It’s truly a win-win situation,” stated NPMA CEO Dominique Stumpf. “We are proud to continue this program with the support of WorkWave, and look forward to working with this new group of passionate participants.”
The six candidates of this class were selected through a rigorous application process. Applicants were selected based on broad criteria, which accounted for leadership potential, industry participation and commitment to professional development, among other factors.
Welcome Executive Leadership Program Class of 2021:
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| Solomon Airhart Aruza Pest Control Charlotte, NC | Austin Burns Burns Pest Elimination Phoenix, AZ | Courtney Carace Pest-End, Inc. Plaistow, NH |
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| King Jones, III CT Pest Solutions, LLC Naugatuck, CT | Rusty Prewett Prewett Pest Control, LLC Auburn, AL | Mickey Thomas Arrow Exterminators Atlanta, GA |
During the two-year curriculum, candidates will participate in training sessions and courses designed to cultivate skills and knowledge essential to successful organizational leadership within NPMA and beyond. Training will encompass a comprehensive range of competencies including: the history of NPMA and its future plans, industry trends and consumer insights, inclusion and diversity training, executive etiquette, public policy and legislative issue navigation and community engagement, along with a suite of skills related to strategic management and planning.
The Executive Leadership Program is an NPMA initiative designed to find passionate, committed, and engaged individuals from all parts of the country who want to enhance the association and the membership experience. Applications for participation will be accepted on an ongoing annual basis. Visit www.npmapestworld.org/elp to learn about the program, the applicant criteria and to complete an application for the 2022 class.
About the National Pest Management Association: The National Pest Management Association (NPMA), a non-profit organization with nearly 5,000 members from around the world, was established in 1933 to support the pest management industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property. This commitment is reflected both in the continuing education of pest management professionals and the dissemination of timely information to homeowners and businesses. Learn more at www.npmapestworld.org.
