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Your Trusted Pest Management Association in Nevada
Founded in 2007, the Nevada Pest Management Association (NVPMA) represents a coalition of dedicated pest management professionals committed to promoting service excellence and addressing the evolving challenges of Nevada's pest management industry. Our organization has established critical resources such as the Nevada Emergency Bee Hotline, the regional Nevada Pest Management Magazine, and the annual Nevada Pest Expo. We protect professionals' rights to operate profitable businesses while improving service quality through continuing education and industry advocacy.Our initiatives include a mentorship program, business workshops, and the Legal Defense Fund to support members' operational needs. With a growing membership and active committees, we focus on legislative defense, industry education, and fostering collaboration among pest management companies, manufacturers, and vendors across Nevada and surrounding states.
Services
Pest Control Advocacy
Bee Hotline Services
Continuing Education
Legislative Representation
Industry Networking
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have advocated for Nevada pest professionals since 2007 with industry-specific expertise
- Our members gain exclusive access to continuing education through annual expos and workshops
- We operate the Nevada Emergency Bee Hotline for critical pest response situations
- Our Legal Defense Fund supports members facing regulatory or operational challenges
- We maintain partnerships with leading pest management companies across Nevada and nearby states
Services
Pest Control Advocacy
We protect Nevada pest management professionals through legislative advocacy and regulatory compliance support. Our team works directly with lawmakers to defend industry interests while promoting operational efficiency. Services include legal defense resources and policy development tailored to Nevada's unique pest control challenges.
Continuing Education
Our annual Pest Expo and Business Workshop Series provide essential continuing education credits for licensed professionals. These events feature industry experts, technical training sessions, and networking opportunities to maintain certification and stay current with evolving pest management practices and regulations.
Emergency Bee Hotline
This critical resource connects Nevada residents with licensed pest control companies for urgent bee swarm or hive removal. We coordinate rapid response from approved service providers across the state to safely handle potentially dangerous Africanized honey bee situations in residential and commercial settings.
Industry Networking
We facilitate collaboration through member committees, networking events, and our regional magazine. Our platform connects pest control companies, manufacturers, and vendors to share best practices, technical knowledge, and business development opportunities across Nevada and surrounding states.
Legal Defense Fund
This specialized program provides financial and legal resources to members facing regulatory challenges or operational disputes. Our legal advocacy ensures pest management professionals can defend their businesses while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
People
Jeff Burns
President
Owner of Preventive Pest Control with over 15 years industry experience. Leads strategic initiatives and serves on multiple association committees to advance Nevada pest management standards.
Warren B. Hardy II
Principal Consultant
Government affairs expert with 31 years of experience advising Nevada pest management organizations on legislative strategy and policy development through Warren Hardy Strategies, LLC.
Sylvia Kenmuir
Board Member
Board-certified entomologist and technical training director at Target Specialty Products. Provides scientific expertise to association committees and educational programs.
Russ Hedland
Chairman
Owner of Las Vegas Pest Control with extensive operational experience. Oversees association governance and represents member interests in industry partnerships and regulatory discussions.
Jason Mayers
Association Coordinator
Manages day-to-day operations and event coordination for the association. Serves as committee liaison and supports member engagement initiatives across Nevada's pest management community.
Questions
What is the Nevada Pest Management Association's primary mission?
We protect Nevada pest professionals' rights while promoting service excellence through education, legislative advocacy, and industry resources since 2007.
How does NVPMA support pest control businesses?
We provide continuing education, legal defense resources, regulatory advocacy, networking opportunities, and the Nevada Emergency Bee Hotline for member companies.
What emergency services do you offer?
Our Nevada Emergency Bee Hotline connects residents with licensed pest control providers for urgent bee swarm or hive removal situations statewide.
How can I join the association?
Visit our website to explore membership options for pest control companies, manufacturers, and industry partners with application details and benefits.
What educational events do you organize?
We host the annual Nevada Pest Expo with technical workshops and our Business Workshop Series covering industry-specific topics and regulatory compliance.
How does NVPMA engage with legislators?
We maintain active legislative committees and employ government affairs consultants to advocate for favorable policies and defend against restrictive regulations.
