Vanecto Cockroach offers:

• Uncompromising efficacy against a broad spectrum of cockroach species, including German, American, brown-banded and more
• Reduced-risk status from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with no signal word and no personal protective equipment
• Control of tough populations with known or suspected resistance 
• A highly attractive bait matrix 
• Enhanced secondary and tertiary transfer

About Syngenta PPM

Based in Greensboro, N.C., the U.S. Syngenta Professional Pest Management division is part of Syngenta Group, a worldwide manufacturer headquartered in Switzerland. Among its many initiatives, Syngenta actively partners with conservation groups around the world to maintain natural environments and eradicate pests that threaten native species. As a developer of innovative pest control products, Syngenta works with conservationists to provide solutions to aid wildlife recovery efforts that help communities boost nature-based tourism and fuel economic growth.

Last year, Syngenta marked the 25th anniversary of its founding by the merger of Novartis Agribusiness and Zeneca Agrochemical. This milestone caps a quarter-century of innovation built on a legacy extending back more than 250 years to the founding of the Swiss chemical company Geigy in 1758. Today, Syngenta Crop Protection includes a line-up of approximately 37 seed treatments, 54 herbicides, 44 fungicides, 21 insecticides and counting.

Plus, 2026 PestPartners℠ 365 Program members will earn a yearlong rebate on Vanecto Cockroach of at least $2 per four-pack through Sept. 30, 2026.

SyngentaPMP.com/VanectoCockroach

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Although recent headlines and media reports may suggest parallels to COVID-19, such comparisons lean toward sensationalism, inadvertently causing unnecessary alarm among the public. The scientific evidence simply does not support the idea that hantavirus has the potential to become a global pandemic. The fact remains that it is a rare disease.

Since the CDC began requiring surveillance and reporting of HPS (hanta pulmonary syndrome), there have been only 890 reported cases. Of those 890 cases of hanta infection, 859 became full blown HPS involving cardiopulmonary issues, and 31 patients showed only positive infection that was non-pulmonary and a mild illness. Of those 859 patients with HPS, 35 percent of infections were fatal. That fatality rate is concerning, and we should continue to invest in treatment research to improve that statistic.

Looking at the epidemiology of who and where HPS occurred, facts show 94 percent of cases occurred west of the Mississippi, primarily in the desert southwest areas of Arizona and New Mexico. The mean age of an infected individual was 39 years old; 62 percent were males; 75 percent were white, non-Latino/Hispanic.

Considering these facts through 2023 it appears that middle-aged white men who hunt, fish, hike or stay in desert southwest areas are far more prone to be exposed than the average population. This doesn’t mean it can’t occur east of the Mississippi, in females, in younger or older people of different races. It does. But rarely.

How are you exposed to Hantavirus?

Hantavirus (Sin Nombre virus in North America and Andes virus in South America) particles are shed by rodents in their droppings, urine and saliva.

Most exposure occurs when individuals attempt to tidy up rodent waste and particles are inhaled. For instance, a hunting lodge or vacation home that has remained unoccupied throughout the winter provides a perfect environment for a rodent infestation. Rural, farming and wooded areas where rodent habitat is greatest are more likely a potential exposure source. Human exposure can also be associated with a bite or scratch from a rodent.

In the western United States, the primary rodent associated with the virus is the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus) and in the eastern United States, it is the white footed mouse (Peromyscus leucopus).

The Andes virus of South America is the only Hantavirus strain ever associated with person-to-person transmission in close contact and the one associated with the recent cruise line concern. The cruise currently in the news originated in Argentina. Per the latest news reports, “patient zero” (the first person on the ship to test positive) was orthinologist Leo Schilperoord, who was bird-watching on a landfill that had an active infestation of long-tailed pygmy rice rats (Oligoryzomys longicaudatus).

Should people avoid cruises?

Travelers should not hesitate to book a cruise. All forms of mass transit, including cruise ships, airplanes and trains, undergo regular pest management and fumigation cycles to eliminate potential rodents and other vermin during downtime. Despite the unresolved details surrounding the recent cruise ship incident, these modes of transportation remain safe for your travel.

What are the symptoms of Hantavirus?

It can take up to eight weeks for exposure to these particles to manifest themselves as symptoms. Unfortunately, symptoms may initially mimic other illnesses like influenza  in the form of fever, chills, body aches, nausea, etc., and may be misdiagnosed or go undiagnosed for a period when supportive care would be most beneficial.  A blood test can reveal the hantavirus IgG antibody definitively for diagnosticians that are on the ball and suspect it.

Hantavirus prevention: What are the facts?

Although not zero, the risk of acquiring Hantavirus is incredibly low.

Exposure can be eliminated by adopting effective rodent control measures including exclusion and sealing of areas conducive to rodent entry and activity, trapping, use of sealed trash receptacles, and storage of attractive foods in hard glass or airtight containers.

Avoidance of rodent waste and nests is paramount for homeowners, hikers, hunters and others. When cleaning rodent waste, it’s critically important to wear gloves and an N95 mask. Wet down any droppings with a weak ammonia solution prior to sweeping or cleaning up the excrement, as this prevents the particles from becoming aerosolized and potentially being inhaled.

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Top spots

While Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City hold the top three spots, the broader top 50 list shows mosquito activity expanding beyond traditional hotspots and reaching more regions across the country.

Data over time shows a clear geographic change. For six consecutive years, from 2015 through 2020, Atlanta held the top spot. Since 2021, Los Angeles has ranked No. 1, marking a shift in the highest levels of mosquito activity. A pest issue that was once concentrated in the Southeast has evolved into a nationwide concern, with cities across every region now facing risks from this pest.

Beyond being a nuisance, mosquitoes are the deadliest animal in the world, responsible for more than 600,000 malaria-related deaths each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In the U.S., they can spread serious diseases including West Nile virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Zika. Additionally, mosquito-borne diseases that were once rare or uncommon in the U.S., such as dengue fever, are rising significantly, making prevention especially important as activity increases during peak season.

Orkin’s public health campaign

As part of its ongoing commitment to public health, Orkin continues its partnership with the American Red Cross through its Mosquitoes Don’t Deserve a Drop campaign, helping raise awareness of mosquito-borne risks while supporting the nation’s blood supply during peak season. From May to August 2026, for every mosquito control service purchased, Orkin will donate $25 to the American Red Cross, up to $250,000.

Full listed rankings

The rankings are based on the number of new residential mosquito treatments performed by Orkin from March 18, 2025, to March 18, 2026.

“Over the past decade, we’ve seen mosquito activity expand beyond traditional hotspots and become a nationwide concern,” said Shannon Sked, Orkin entomologist, in a news release. “While major cities continue to experience consistent pressure, emerging trends — especially in the Midwest — show how shifting climate conditions and the expanding range of the yellow fever mosquito are creating new hotspots across the country.”

Midwestern cities continue to see some of the fastest growth year-over-year, with Milwaukee jumping 15 spots to No. 23 and Minneapolis climbing six spots to No. 13. At the same time, some historically high-ranking cities saw declines, with Miami and Greensboro, N.C. each dropping five spots.

Quick guide to mosquito prevention

To help reduce mosquito activity, Orkin recommends using the acronym BITE to remember key prevention steps:

• Block access to skin by wearing long sleeves and pants, as well as CDC-recommended repellents.
• Install tight-fitting screens on windows and doors.
• Trim shrubs, grass and other vegetation to reduce mosquito resting areas.
• Eliminate standing water, which is a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

About Orkin, LLC  

Founded in 1901 by Pest Management Professional (PMP) Hall of Famer Otto Orkin (Class of 1999), Atlanta, Ga.-based Orkin is a leader in pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects. Orkin has 358 owned-and-operated branch offices and 47 franchises in the U.S. The company, owned by Rollins Inc., also has international franchises and subsidiaries in Canada, Europe, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Asia, the Mediterranean, Africa and Mexico. Gary Rollins, Rollins’ Executive Chairman Emeritus of the Board, is also a member of the PMP Hall of Fame (Class of 2012).

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At this point, most people have heard about the MV Hondius, an Oceanwide Expeditions cruise ship that has recently tied to residents across the globe being strictly monitored for hantavirus.

As of this morning, May 11, 2026, seven people have been confirmed to have hantavirus, with two others are suspected, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Passengers disembarked the cruise ship in the evening of Sunday, May 10, 2026. Seventeen American passengers were flown to the U.S. on a plane sent by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and taken to a biocontainment unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center out of precaution. One American tested positive, though it is unconfirmed whether that passenger experienced any symptoms; he or she was treated separately from others.

Seven Americans returned home from the cruise prior to May 10 and have been monitored by state health officials. None have shown symptoms of hantavirus.

While it is easy to panic, considering the recent COVID-19 global pandemic, there are many ways to keep your customers at ease as this story develops throughout the news cycle.

What to know about the recent outbreak

While hantavirus is typically a rodent-borne virus, spread to humans typically through contact with infected rodent feces or saliva. Officials recently confirmed this particular strain to be the Andes virus, which can, in limited cases, be transmitted human-to-human.

The WHO has insisted risk to the general public is very low. Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO’s Emerging Diseases and Zoonoses and COVID-19 technical lead, said in a news release, “This is not the start of a pandemic … While this is a serious incident, WHO assesses the public health risk as low.”

As noted in the WHO video above, human-to-human transmission has been documented only for Andes virus in the Americas and remains uncommon. When it occurs, transmission between people has been associated with close and prolonged contact, particularly among household members or intimate partners, and appears most likely during the early phase of illness, when the virus is more transmissible.

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The annual conference brought together housing authority leaders, commissioners and industry partners from across New Jersey to explore solutions to pressing challenges in affordable housing, with an emphasis on networking, training and new technologies. 

As a vendor exhibitor, Allergy Technologies engaged with members directly, introducing the ATAHC programs, property-wide, prevention-based approaches to help affordable housing communities effectively manage pest problems and solve them long-term.

A smarter approach to pest control

ATAHC moves beyond traditional reactive pest control by treating entire buildings as connected ecosystems. The programs integrate early detection, long-lasting preventative tools (including Allergy Technologies’ ActiveGuard Mattress Liners for bed bugs), resident education and cooperation and ongoing monitoring to reduce reintroductions and stop new infestations before they spread.

Originally developed to combat bed bugs, ATAHC has expanded to address additional structural pests such as cockroaches and rodents through its comprehensive ATAHC Plus programmatic option.

Proven results for housing authorities

ATAHC has demonstrated measurable outcomes in affordable housing settings, including significant reductions in operational costs and staff time spent on repeated treatments. By focusing on prevention and resident engagement, the programs help housing authorities improve living conditions while stabilizing budgets.

The programs hire residents as on-site coordinators/liaisons through Section 3 to build trust, improve access to units and support education efforts, leading to higher participation and more effective long-term results.

ATAHC has been adopted by the Philadelphia Housing Authority (4^th largest US affordable housing market) for both beds bugs and other public health nuisance pasts for over five years with glowing results. ATAHC recently delivered comparable results in its work with the Rockford Housing Authority.

Connecting with NJNAHRO members

Throughout the conference, Allergy Technologies met with executive directors, commissioners and staff to discuss how ATAHC can support healthier affordable housing environments across New Jersey.

“Events like NJNAHRO are critical because they bring together decision-makers who are looking for real solutions,” said Allergy Technologies President Joseph Latino. “ATAHC aligns with their missions by delivering results that benefit residents, staff and housing authorities.”

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Throughout the event, participants met with legislative offices to address workforce development, licensing timelines, regulatory implementation and the need for policies that remain workable for small and mid-sized businesses while supporting public health.

A key focus of this year’s discussions was Assembly Bill 2477, authored by Assembly member Christopher Chen. The bill is intended to help address workforce pipeline challenges by allowing technicians to begin working under defined conditions while completing the licensing process.

Industry professionals shared firsthand insight on hiring delays, training investments, service capacity limitations and the operational strain extended licensing timelines can place on pest management companies.

“Legislative Day gives our industry the opportunity to have real conversations with policymakers about what is happening on the ground for California businesses,” said Crystelle Turlo, CEO of CAPMA. “This year’s turnout and engagement showed strong commitment to protecting public health while advancing practical, workable solutions that support the future of the profession.”

Participants also reported strong engagement from legislative offices throughout the Capitol, with discussions centered on maintaining professional standards while ensuring businesses can recruit, train and retain a qualified workforce.

CAPMA’s Legislative Day brings licensed pest management professionals into direct conversation with state leaders on issues affecting housing, food facilities, schools, businesses and public health infrastructure across California.

About the California Pest Management Association

The California Pest Management Association represents the state’s structural pest management professionals through advocacy, education and technical resources, supporting the industry’s role in protecting public health, property and the food supply.

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• Dual-Action Control: Provides both immediate and long-lasting protection against mosquito larvae.
• Targeted Application: Specifically designed for containerized water sources, which are common breeding sites for disease-carrying mosquitoes.
• Environmentally Responsible: Uses a naturally derived active ingredient, spinosad, and breaks down rapidly in the environment.
• Ease of Use: Simple application and minimal PPE requirements.
• Resistance Management Tool: Offers a unique mode of action for effective rotational programs.

The DT tablet’s two-layer design includes an effervescent layer that quickly releases the active ingredient spinosad, while the second layer releases slowly, providing up to 60 days of control.

About Clarke

Clarke is a third-generation, family-owned public health products and services company “striving to elevate and transform the science of vector control through the lens of sustainability and innovation.”

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Atticus offers several other insecticides for pest management professionals (PMPs) and vector control specialists, including:

• Turonyx Ultra FX (beta-cyfluthrin, imidacloprid)
• Turonyx Ultra Ready-to-Spray (beta-cyfluthrin, imidacloprid)
• Talak (bifenthrin)
• Elusion 2 SC (chlorfenapyr)
• Tirade 1% Dust (cyfluthrin)
• Adjourn SC (deltamethrin)
• Notion 2 SC Flex (imidacloprid)
• DeVito With EnduraCap Technology (lambda-cyhalothrin)
• Simterro 9.7 (lambda-cyhalothrin)
• Nix IGR Concentrate (pyriproxyfen)
  

About Atticus LLC

Bootstrapped and independently operated. Atticus, a demand-driven manufacturer of battle-tested chemistries, was established in 2014 and built from the ground up. With a stated purpose to “Enhance Daily Life,” Atticus has created a relevant portfolio of branded-generic herbicides, insecticides and fungicides to support and sustain life; plants, animals and the basic needs of people; food, clothing and shelter. Whether Atticus serves you with agriculture or ecocore products, the goal is to operate in a way that is nimble, accessible and reliable. As an independent company, Atticus makes decisions at your speed. To ensure that is always the case, Atticus lives by its value proposition: Relevant. Simple. Reliable. 

AtticusLLC.com

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About Kness Pest Defense

Per company history, the Ketch-All was invented by a young, widowed father of six, Austin Enos “Brick” Kness, in 1924. Mice were prevalent at the high school in which Kness was a custodian, “and led him to the idea of the ‘box’ trap. He built the first trap from a square oilcan, a Tuxedo Tobacco can, a spring from a curtain rod, and the wood base of a crate. The first night he set his trap, he captured five mice.

“He was elated and showed the teachers and his friends. He was encouraged to build others for his friends and to seek a patent. By 1927, Kness Mfg. Co. was formed to produce the KetchAll Automatic Mousetrap and another of Kness’ inventions, the RotoBow tree saw.”

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Peritect 360 IC is an effective insect control solution and Liphatech’s first introduction of a minimum-risk, broad-spectrum insecticide. This product meets the criteria for exemption from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) 25(b). These products are determined to pose little to no risk to human health or the environment, when used as directed.

Liphatech’s U.S. market expansion follows the acquisition of a stake in Pertinent Eco-Solutions by Liphatech’s France-based parent company, De Sangosse, in 2022 – and subsequently, entry into an exclusive licensing agreement for insecticidal formulations from Pertinent.

“Increasingly, our customers require solutions that appeal to the environmentally conscious. These minimum risk products are safe for people, pets and the environment when used as directed and are another way Liphatech can help pest control businesses expand, while remaining responsible and profitable,” said Matt Titshaw, business manager at Liphatech.

An easy mixing, liquid concentrate with the active ingredients geraniol, sodium lauryl sulfate, cornmint oil and clove oil, Peritect 360 IC is a broad-spectrum insecticide that has effectiveness indoors or outdoors against crawling and flying insects, including ants, bed bugs (adults and nymphs), cockroaches, fleas, flies, mosquitoes and spiders. The active ingredients in Peritect 360 IC help protect a full perimeter and are laboratory-tested.

When used as directed, Peritect 360 IC can be used in a wide range of sensitive application sites such as homes, daycare facilities, hospitals, hotels, offices, parks, restaurants and schools. Peritect 360 IC can also be used in fogging and automatic spray systems (except in Connecticut) for active insect infestations and maintenance situations.

Peritect 360 IC is available in convenient 1-gallon tip ‘n’ measure bottles (four gallons per case). Refer to the product label for complete dilution and application rate instructions per approved species.

“In the coming weeks, expect to see more new and effective products from Liphatech that combine the trusted expertise of Liphatech with formulations that meet the needs of environmentally conscious pest control companies,” said Titshaw.

In anticipation of the company’s entry into the insect market, Liphatech has relied heavily on its robust team of experts laden with former pest management professionals (PMPs) and Associate Certified Entomologists. These experts bring innovative products and strategic insights to every pest challenge – making informed recommendations about the products and techniques needed to solve any pest problem.

Liphatech.com/insect-control

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You do not have to build it alone. With SpringGreen, you gain access to a proven system, national buying power, and support across operations, marketing and sales to help you scale efficiently.

If you hold a certified pest license, there are also opportunities to partner with SpringGreen and put your license to work within our growing network.

For owners thinking about the future, SpringGreen offers competitive buyout options, providing a path to transition while preserving what you have built.

About SpringGreen

Founded in 1977, SpringGreen offers lawn, tree and pest services to more than 7,500 communities nationwide.

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Evolve SC is a suspension concentrate insecticide with effective knockdown and long residual control of listed pests, including ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, fleas, flies, silverfish, spiders and more. With the industry-trusted active ingredient deltamethrin, Evolve SC is approved for broad outdoor use and offers up to 90 days of residual control of listed pests in and around residential and commercial structures.

Evolve SC is versatile and easy to use, making it an excellent choice for pest management professionals (PMPs). The label allows applications within residential buildings and structures, including areas like kitchens and establishments dealing with food and feed handling. It also includes spaces such as schools, factories, warehouses, hospitals, non-food areas within food processing facilities, and various modes of transportation. With such a broad label of targeted pests and use sites, Evolve SC reduces the need to have multiple products across multiple accounts. Additionally, with up to 90 days of residual control, PMPs can offer their customers a higher level of confidence that may result in a decreased need for fewer re-applications and fewer callbacks. With effective knockdown and long residual control, are you ready to evolve your services?

About Neogen

Neogen provides a comprehensive range of solutions and services for the food processing, animal protein and agriculture industries, not only helping to protect the world’s food supply, but helping to enable its customers to produce more efficiently and effectively.

Back in 1982, per a history that appears on the Neogen website, scientific innovations blossoming out of Michigan State University needed an avenue to reach the people who could use them to better the world — solutions searching for problems. The university reached out to the men who would become Neogen’s founders, Ted Doan and James Herbert, and soon after, the company was born. What started as a small team that held organization-wide meetings in a single hallway in Lansing, Mich., expanded into new industries and new states, soon reaching across one ocean, then another. Neogen became a publicly traded company in 1989. Today, it has teams stationed in 12 countries and a sales presence in more than 140.

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Gourmet Ant Bait Gel’s exclusive formulation is attractive to sweet- and protein-feeding ants, as well as German cockroaches (Blatella germanica). The gel is clear when applied, stays clear, and won’t get runny even at temperatures of 140 degrees Fahrenheit for four hours. There is no documented resistance to the active ingredient, disodium octaborate tetrahydrate, the company says. The competitively priced product is packaged six syringes and six plungers to a box.

About Innovative Pest Control Products

Based in Gainesville, Fla., Innovative Pest Control Products was founded in 1999 by pest management professional and entomologist Alan Bernard to provide high-quality products for the professional pest control industry. Today, his daughter Sarah is the president of the company; she holds a degree in entomology from the University of Florida. Notable products include:

• Gourmet Ant Bait Gel
• Green Way Liquid Ant Killing Bait Pre-filled RTU Bait Stations
• Green Way Liquid Ant Killing Bait
• Bug Bar Insect Bait Station
• Ant Cafe refillable bait stations
• ANTOPIA 6 Bait Station 
• KM AntPro (sold on behalf of KM AntPro LLC)
• Canadian product: Green Way Liquid Ant & Roach Killer
• Canadian product: Green Way Ant Bait Gel 
• Canadian product: Green Way Ant & Roach Bait Gel 

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MGK.com/OneGuard

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• residential and commercial buildings
• warehouses and storage facilities
• food production and processing environments (including federally inspected facilities)
• drains, sewers and pipe chases
• basements, garages and outbuildings
• animal housing, kennels and agricultural structures

In addition to new use sites, the label now features a more robust list of structural pests, aligning with the needs of everyday service programs. Some of the added pests include cockroaches, occasional invaders, filth flies, numerous stored product pests, mosquitoes, ticks and fleas. This broader spectrum marks a clear shift from the previous label’s emphasis on plant pests to a more balanced, PMP-focused offering.

While all of Rockwell’s EcoVia products use botanical active ingredients, EcoVia 3-in-1 only includes ingredients that are allowed for use on food crops and raw commodities after harvest, and those that qualify for use in organic production. With the new structural use additions, PMPs can now leverage that designation more fully, using EcoVia 3-in-1 not only on organic crops, but throughout organic production, processing and storage environments where broader site flexibility is essential.

With its updated label, EcoVia 3-in-1 provides expanded access to organic production and sensitive accounts, and greater flexibility across indoor, outdoor and perimeter applications. It’s a versatile tool for PMPs, combining expanded structural use, broader pest coverage and an exclusive “For Organic Production” designation.

About Rockwell Labs

Founded by PMP Hall of Famer Dr. Cisse Spragins (Class of 2018), Rockwell Labs has been a pest control industry mainstay for over 20 years and a longtime proponent of integrated pest management (IPM). Headquartered in North Kansas City, Mo., the Rockwell team is dedicated to producing the best products and solutions for PMPs, including for green service treatments.

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This milestone was made possible through the collaboration of Nisus executive leadership and the Dietrich family, whose vision and support guided the transition.

Founded in 1990 by Bud and Pat Dietrich with the introduction of Bora-Care, Nisus has grown into a leading company in pest control and wood protection while remaining grounded in its people-first culture and commitment to environmentally responsible solutions.

On the family’s decision, Pat Dietrich said in a news release, “Bud and I have always loved the people who make Nisus work. This was the perfect way to recognize their hard work and loyalty, and to protect what makes Nisus so special.”

President and CEO Lee Barrett and CFOO Valerie Brummitt also played roles in bringing employee ownership to fruition. “Our founders believed deeply in investing in their employees, community and industry,” said Barrett in a press release. “This transition reflects the culture of care and generosity they built and creates meaningful opportunities for the dedicated team members who drive our success every day.”

Barrett added, “We are incredibly proud of the work we do at Nisus and honored to carry forward the foundation the Dietrichs created. Employee ownership positions us to build an even stronger future and expand our impact across pest control, wood protection and beyond.”

As employee-owners, Nisus team members will build ownership in the company through annual share allocations tied to their service and contributions.

“We are excited to continue the legacy Bud and Pat built,” said Valerie Brummitt. “This transition is about more than ownership — it strengthens the values, culture and commitment that have defined Nisus from the beginning.”

Additional details on the transition

Nisus was advised by AmbroseAdvisors, a national investment banking firm specializing in employee ownership transactions. Michael Harden, Senior Managing Director at AmbroseAdvisors, noted, “The Dietrich family sought a path that would preserve the company’s future while benefiting employees, customers, leadership and the community. Employee ownership creates lasting value for all stakeholders, and we were honored to support this transition.”

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