Aruza Pest Control named Caroline Fanucchi VP of Human Resources (HR).

The company said she will lead its HR strategy, talent development, employee engagement, recruiting infrastructure and organizational planning initiatives. In addition, she will work closely with company leadership to strengthen Aruza Pest Control’s people-first culture while supporting its continued growth and operational scalability.

“Caroline brings a dynamic presence and a wealth of experience to Aruza,” said Aruza Pest Control’s CEO Josh Langdon. “She is a strong people-first cultural leader who focuses on kindness as a primary core value. She has led teams for high-velocity businesses across multiple industries, and she will draw on those accomplishments to continue Aruza’s march to becoming the employer of choice in the pest management industry.”

Fanucchi has more than 15 years of global HR leadership experience gained across multi-state and international organizations. She has expertise in workforce strategy, talent acquisition, organizational development, compliance and culture integration, the company said. Her background includes leadership roles supporting operations across the United States, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

She previously served as VP of Human Resources for Combined Caterers Inc., where she led HR operations for four brands and more than 1,500 seasonal and full-time employees across the Southeast. In that role, she developed scalable HR infrastructure, led workforce planning initiatives, improved retention, and standardized onboarding and compliance systems across multiple operating brands. Earlier in her career, Fanucchi held HR leadership roles with Integra Realty Resources, Decathlon, and Fremantle Media, gaining extensive experience in international workforce management, compliance, leadership development and organizational transformation. She is fluent in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Arabic.

“From my first conversations with the Aruza leadership team, I knew this was a company where people truly matter,” Fanucchi said. “The company’s core values really spoke to me; especially kindness, which is something I deeply value in leadership and culture. I immediately connected with the leadership team, not only professionally but personally, and recognized how aligned we are in the way we lead, support people, and build strong teams. I’m incredibly excited to join Aruza at such an exciting time and help continue building a culture where employees feel supported, valued and empowered to grow.”

About Aruza Pest Control

Aruza Pest Control was founded in Charlotte, N.C., in 2016, and provides comprehensive pest management services across North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Texas. The company is committed to exceptional customer service, innovative solutions, and a values-driven culture built on Accountability, Integrity, Humility, Kindness, and Gratitude.

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Heat has long been a tool in the pest management professional’s (PMP’s) toolbox when dealing with common bed bugs (Cimex lectularius), but a new study aimed to dial in the optimum temperature/humidity level to gain control. The results were published in the February 2026 issue of the Entomological Society of America’s (ESA’s) Journal of Economic Entomology.

Dr. Aaron Ashbrook, assistant professor of entomology at Louisiana State University, and graduate student Bandana Shrestha, who is now at the University of Kentucky, tested male bed bugs for tolerance to five temperatures (77 degrees, 81 degrees, 100 degrees, 102 degrees and 104 degrees Fahrenheit) and three relative humidity conditions (10 percent, 45 percent and 90 percent). A control group was exposed to 40 percent humidity and 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Then they waited two weeks and counted the dead.

They found the highest level of mortality stemmed from the highest combination: 90 percent humidity and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. 

There were a couple of surprises along the way, per the pair’s interview with the ESA’s Entomology Today news site.

“One of the biggest surprises for me was how strongly the effects depended on specific temperature-humidity combinations rather than tested temperature alone,” Shrestha told Entomology Today.

“While low humidity was less effective than high humidity, high heat with low humidity was the second-most effective condition,” Dr. Ashbrook concluded. 

For more info: EntomologyToday.org/2026/02/09/bed-bugs-mortality-heat-humidity

Bed bug gene offers possible clue to resistance in other pests

A study published in the ESA’s May 2025 issue of the Journal of Medical Entomology by researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) has identified a gene mutation in bed bugs associated with potential insecticide resistance.

A Virginia Tech news article reports the research was initiated as a molecular skill-building exercise for graduate student Camille Block. It involved analyzing deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) from 134 unique bed bug populations collected by North American pest control companies between 2008 and 2022. Screening these samples revealed the presence of a specific gene mutation in two distinct populations. Notably, this mutation is the same one known to create resistance to certain insecticides in certain populations of German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) and whiteflies (Aleyrodidae). Further investigation confirmed all individuals within these two bed bug populations possessed the mutation.

The team was led by urban entomologist Dr. Warren Booth, the university’s Joseph R. and Mary W. Wilson Endowed Urban Entomology Associate Professor. He explains the resistance mechanism in German cockroaches is linked to a nervous system gene (Rdl) known to confer resistance to dieldrin, an insecticide with the same mode of action as fipronil. While dieldrin has been off the market since the 1990s, fipronil currently is used with great success in consumer flea and tick treatments for pets and in the professional pest control industry for several general household pests. It is important to note that fipronil is not labeled for bed bugs.

Since that study was published, Dr. Booth teamed with Drs. Jin-Jia Yu and Changlu Wang from Rutgers University to sequence 227 populations of C. lectularius, primarily collected over a 15-year period (2010–2024) from New York, New Jersey and Indiana, to investigate the distribution of and any discernible general insecticide resistance patterns in three gene mutations in bed bugs. That study was published in the March 2026 issue of the Journal of Pest Science. 

With this study, the team concluded that, based on the low-income, multifamily housing from which the majority of the collected specimens originated, the more varied treatment was with active ingredients and different techniques at a given apartment building, the fewer instances of the insecticide-resistant gene were found.

For more info: Booth-lab.org

Irish teen awaits patent for bed bug trap

Experiencing bed bugs in a Paris hotel while attending the 2024 Summer Olympic Games with her family spurred Sophie Keane to create the “Bed Bug Bait Box.” The glue trap uses an electrical circuit and heated brass rods to mimic a human heartbeat and temperature to lure bed bugs away from their harborage. It turns on with the flick of a switch, and her hope is to commercialize it for airplanes, trains and hotels to stop the bugs’ spread.

Keane has won three national prizes and counting in her native Ireland for the device. At press time, a patent was pending for the technology. 

One more fun fact: Keane is 17 years old. Click here for more info.

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Every Trapmate device is battery-powered with replaceable batteries, eliminating the need for hardwiring or external power. This allows for flexible deployment in virtually any environment, while ensuring devices can be reused across accounts — reducing costs and maximizing return on investment.\

A complete monitoring ecosystem

Trapmate offers a comprehensive platform that supports:

• Rodent and wildlife monitoring across virtually any trap type
• Insect monitoring solutions, including vision-based systems like Trapmate InsectaVision
• Environmental sensors for temperature, humidity, water, entry and power
• A cellular-connected hub and software platform for real-time alerts and reporting

All devices communicate wirelessly, enabling remote visibility without relying on Wi-Fi or on-site infrastructure.

Built for the real world

Designed for durability and repeat use, Trapmate devices can be easily deployed, repositioned and redeployed as needs change. The battery-powered system ensures reliable performance across food facilities, warehouses, commercial properties and wildlife applications — especially in areas where power access is limited.

Smarter, more efficient operations

With continuous monitoring and real-time alerts, Trapmate shifts pest control from routine checks to exception-based servicing. Technicians can focus only where activity is confirmed — reducing unnecessary visits, improving documentation and optimizing service efficiency.

About Skyhawk

Based in Derry, N.H., Skyhawk Trapmate is a division of Skyhawk, a U.S.-based company specializing in remote monitoring technology for pest and wildlife professionals. Trapmate’s wireless, battery-powered sensors provide real-time trap activity and data to enhance technician efficiency, reduce service visits, and increase client retention.

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Fully automated, humane and chemical-free, the iChase operates 24/7 to reduce contamination, structural damage and biosecurity risks in farms, warehouses, roofs, and open structures. Other features include:

• Class 3B laser designed to startle birds without causing harm
• Programmable movement patterns
• Durable, commercial-grade construction for indoor and outdoor use
• IP66-rated for reliable performance in outdoor environments
• Operates in temperatures from -4 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees Fahrenheit
• Wide coverage range of approximately 320 to 650 feet
• Compatible with 100- to-240-volt alternating current (VAC) power supply (50 to 60 Hertz)
• Supports professional integrated pest management (IPM) programs
• Discreet, quiet operation suitable for sensitive environments

About Wildlife Control Supplies

WCS was founded in 1998 by the late Alan Huot and his wife, Carol — both experienced wildlife trappers and experts. The company has been helping wildlife and pest control professionals capture, control and prevent wildlife in the field, in commercial buildings and in residential environments ever since. The Suffield, Conn.-based company not only offers a variety of brands and products, but also has developed its own WCS Premium Grade Bait products and breakthrough inventions in response to customer needs.

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About Polti

Founded in 1978, with North American headquarters based in Los Angeles, Calif., Polti was built on two pillars that characterize the company and its products to this day: quality and innovation. Over the decades. Polti has combined technological innovation with Italian-made quality and environmental compatibility to offer a clean and simple vision of the future. As a European leader in steam appliances, Polti’s patented products are available in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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“Being a family-owned and -operated company for 62 years, we strongly value family and community,” said Arrow CEO Emily Thomas Kendrick. “Our passion is one of the key components of not only providing exceptional service to our customers, but also being involved in the communities where we serve.”

Arrow President and COO Tim Pollard, agreed, adding, “Because of our recent growth over the past year, we saw a need in this market for another service center. We are excited to expand our services to customers in this market. This new location joins Arrow’s growing list of 201 offices throughout the United States and would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of Arrow’s 3,700-plus team members!”

About Arrow Exterminators

Family-owned and -operated since 1964, Arrow Exterminators is the largest family-owned pest and termite control company in the United States, ranked by revenue.  Joe Thomas, Chairman of the Board, is a Pest Management Professional Hall of Famer (Class of 2009).

Arrow has 201 service centers, over 3700 team members and revenues exceeding $475 million. Featuring QualityPro accreditation by the National Pest Management Association, the company offers innovative and environmentally responsible services to protect homes and businesses of customers and operates in 16 states, including Alabama, Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

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Through VIU by HUB, members can compare quotes from more than 50 A-rated insurance companies in minutes. The experience is fully digital for those who prefer self-service, or one-on-one with a licensed advisor for those who want personalized guidance.

This benefit is available to NPMA members, their employees, friends and family, vendor employees, partners and business associates.

About the National Pest Management Association

The National Pest Management Association is a non-profit organization with more than 4,000 members. It was established in 1933 to support the pest management industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property from the diseases and dangers of pests. The association has had many notable leaders over the years, including Pest Management Professional Hall of Famers Bill Buettner (Class of 1998), Dr. Ralph Heal (Class of 2003), Dr. Phil Spear (Class of 2004) and Bob Rosenberg (Class of 2013), to name just a few.

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In pest management, control efforts typically focus on a limited number of species that pose the greatest public health risks. Despite their diversity, mosquitoes share key biological and behavioral traits that can be leveraged for effective control. An effective mosquito management program should follow an integrated approach. Try using BITE as a mnemonic device:

B is for breeding site removal

Routine inspection and maintenance are essential for reducing mosquito populations. Key actions include:

• Removing standing water from containers, tires and gutters
• Draining or modifying areas prone to water accumulation
• Treating unavoidable water sources with appropriate larvicides

I is for impacting populations

For adult mosquitoes, barrier treatments are a common strategy. Such applications target mosquito resting sites such as vegetation and structural
perimeters. Best practices include:

• Targeting shaded resting areas and the undersides of foliage
• Avoiding flowering or edible plants to protect pollinators
• Following all directions per the product label
• Maintaining proper equipment and application techniques
• Considering environmental conditions and local ecosystems

Larvicides, meanwhile, are essential for preventing mosquito development. Selection depends on site conditions and species. Common categories include:

• Biological larvicides such as Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTI), Bacillus sphaericus and spinosad
• Insect growth regulators (IGRs) such as methoprene
• Larvicidal oils

T is for timing of applications

Apply treatments strategically based on mosquito activity and environmental conditions. Timing plays a critical role in control effectiveness.

• Reapply barrier treatments every three to four weeks as needed
• Begin treatments prior to peak mosquito season
• Monitor environmental conditions to adjust timing accordingly

E is for exclusion

Preventing mosquito entry is a key component of control:

• Seal cracks and gaps around structures
• Install door sweeps
• Maintain intact window screens
• Use air curtains in high-traffic areas

Exclusion measures, when combined with other strategies, significantly reduce indoor mosquito activity. Effective mosquito management requires a comprehensive, integrated approach that targets all stages of the mosquito life cycle. By combining breeding-site reduction, targeted treatments, strategic timing and exclusion practices, pest management professionals can reduce mosquito populations and mitigate the risks of mosquito-borne diseases.

Mosquito biology basics

Both male and female mosquitoes feed on plant nectar for energy. However, only females require bloodmeals to support egg development.

Female mosquitoes locate hosts using a combination of well-documented cues, including:

• Carbon dioxide (CO2)
• Body odor
• Heat
• Moisture
• Visual contrast

Understanding these cues supports more effective control strategies, including targeted trapping, habitat modification and environmental management.

Mosquito larvae develop in a wide range of aquatic habitats, including natural sites such as tree holes and phytotelmata (accumulated water in plant cavities), as well as artificial containers like tires, clogged gutters and flooded areas. These environments provide organic material and microorganisms that serve as larval food sources.

In colder climates, mosquitoes survive unfavorable conditions through diapause or dormancy. For example:

• Culex species overwinter as adult females and become active in spring.
• By comparison, the eastern treehole mosquito (Aedes triseriatus), a primary vector of La Crosse encephalitis, overwinters as eggs in northern regions and may persist as larvae in warmer climates.

Understanding these seasonal patterns improves the timing and effectiveness of control programs.

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Pest behavior is largely driven by three biological needs: food, shelter and water. Of these, water often is the hardest to control. This is especially true in the soggy summer months when rainfall increases and humidity climbs, turning homes that were dry all winter long into waterlogged structures on the brink of moisture intrusion in crawlspaces, overflowing gutters or leaky roofs that are guaranteed to attract pests.

Most insects have an uncanny ability to detect even the smallest amount of moisture, thanks to highly developed sensory organs on their antennae known as hygroreceptors. They use these hygroreceptors to detect microscopic changes in humidity and moisture, leading them to damp areas. To make matters worse, some pests don’t just find moisture; they manage it.

Searching for the telltale signs of moisture intrusion should be a deliberate part of every service call. Moisture-related conducive conditions can include efflorescence on basement walls, water stains on ceiling tiles or drywall, condensation on pipes, deteriorating wood near grade and clogged or overflowing gutters that direct water toward the foundation.

Once located, it’s equally important to properly document the issues for both your client and your own records. Avoid vague notes that don’t provide any useful information, like “moisture present.” Instead, the service record should describe the location, the likely source, any pest activity that was observed in proximity to the condition and recommendations to resolve the problem. Take photographs of problem areas, as company policy allows.

Providing a written list of recommendations, such as fixing a malfunctioning downspout, adding ventilation to the crawlspace or running a dehumidifier in the basement, can be another great way to give your clients actionable steps and reinforce the value of your expertise as a service professional.

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Do you have commercial customers that require you furnish them with a Label/SDS Book of the products used at their facilities? LabelSDS.com has you covered! Easily create custom lists of the products that are used at their facilities. Your commercial customers can access this information by logging into their customized portal or through a QR code. The QR code provides unrestricted access to their labels and SDS in the event of a spill or inspection. Note that the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard requires that all employees always have unrestricted access to these documents. 

Using a new product at their facility? Easily add new products with just a click of a button. No need to print out new labels or SDS or to update jump drives. As soon as you add the new product to the portal, it is viewable when logging in and through the QR code instantly.

The Commercial Customer Portal is perfect for property management groups, school districts, food-processing plants, restaurants and more.

About LabelSDS.com

LabelSDS.com is a web-based program with more than 20,000 product labels and safety data sheets (SDS) specific to the pest and turf industries. You can create your own company label and SDS “digital book” with the products your company uses. Easily add and delete products from your list. Don’t see the product you are looking for? With LabelSDS.com, you can submit a product request, and the team will add the product for you. All your employees can access, download, print, email and text your company’s labels and SDS from their computers, tablets or smartphones. Best of all, your company’s labels and SDS update automatically whenever there is a revision. LabelSDS.com is designed to be an easy and affordable way to access and manage your company’s labels and SDS.

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The acquisition officially closed on June 30, 2026. Customers previously served by the acquired A-1 Economic Exterminators business in Glynn, Brantley and McIntosh counties are now served through Yates-Astro’s Brunswick branch. The acquisition does not include the St. Marys, Ga.-based A-1 Economic Exterminators of Camden Inc., only the Brunswick-area business.

“We are honored to continue the legacy that A-1 Economic Exterminators has established over the past several decades,” said Rick Culbreth Jr., president of Yates-Astro Termite & Pest Control. “A-1 Economic Exterminators has been serving Brunswick families and businesses since 1977, and their reputation for dependable service, professionalism, and strong community relationships makes them an excellent fit for our organization. This acquisition expands our local presence while preserving the values that customers have come to expect. The transaction was made even more meaningful by the genuine respect and trust that exists between our company and the sellers, creating a smooth transition and a bright future for both our employees and customers.” 

About Yates-Astro Termite & Pest Control 

Yates-Astro Termite & Pest Control is a family-owned pest management company serving residential and commercial customers throughout Georgia and South Carolina. With a long-standing commitment to customer service, professionalism, and community involvement, Yates-Astro provides comprehensive pest, termite, mosquito, and wildlife management services across the region 

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At the top, a precision-engineered domed skylight disperses light evenly throughout the station, dramatically improving visibility and drawing flies in for optimal attraction and treatment delivery. Inside, the patent-pending Active Treatment Carpet creates a consistent treatment zone, so flies pick up bait as they move across the surface — delivering maximum control with every pass.

The locked station design keeps treatment secure and protected from tampering and weather, while the open, light-filled interior makes monitoring fast and easy on every service visit — no guesswork required.

Why pest management professionals (PMPs) are switching to MagnaFly

• Even light distribution through domed skylight design
• Patent-pending carpet technology for consistent treatment delivery
• Locked station design ensures secure operation
• Enhanced visibility for faster, easier monitoring
• Durable construction built for daily service use
• Easy maintenance and treatment application

Pair it with PT Alpine Pressurized Fly Bait or Maxforce Fly Spot Bait (application treatment sold separately) to build a complete fly control program for your accounts — from station to bait to results.

Available now at Veseris. Add the MagnaFly Treatment Station to your next order and see the difference visibility makes.

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About Earth Care Products

Founded by Bill Vaughn more than 30 years ago, Earth Care Products does all of its manufacturing and packaging in the USA. Product assembly and shipping is done at Partnership With Industry (PWI). PWI provides job preparation, job placement and ongoing workplace support for adults with disabilities. PWI assists their clients to find meaningful work, earn a paycheck and achieve the pride and independence that employment brings.

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Every pest management professional (PMP) has faced a frustrating question from a client: “If you treated the problem last year, why are the pests back again?”

The usual explanations are familiar. Poor sanitation, product failure, reintroduction from neighboring properties or exclusion gaps are often blamed. While these factors may contribute, they do not always explain why certain buildings experience recurring infestations despite repeated interventions.

This article proposes a field-based concept called the Structural Memory Effect (SME).

The idea is simple: Although buildings do not possess memory in a biological sense, they can retain physical, environmental and structural conditions that continue to favor pest activity long after an infestation appears to have been eliminated.

In many cases, recurring pest pressure may not be the result of treatment failure. Instead, it may reflect a building’s ability to preserve the same ecological opportunities that originally supported infestation.

Looking beyond the pest

Traditional inspections focus primarily on finding active pest activity. Technicians search for droppings, harborages, feeding signs, nesting sites and entry points. While these indicators remain essential, they often focus attention on the pest rather than on the structural conditions that allowed the pest to establish itself.

Over time, every building develops its own ecological history. Moisture accumulates in hidden voids. Utility penetrations create protected movement corridors. Wall cavities become harborages. Organic residues collect in inaccessible locations. Renovations may improve the appearance of a property, yet these underlying conditions frequently remain untouched.

As a result, buildings can continue to support infestation cycles even when visible pest populations have been eliminated.

The ghost infestation phenomenon

This observation leads to another concept that I describe as the Ghost Infestation Phenomenon (GIP).

A GIP occurs when recurring pest activity appears to be a new infestation, but is actually being driven by historical structural conditions that were never fully corrected.

In these situations, technicians repeatedly treat the symptoms while the hidden drivers remain unchanged.

The infestation appears to disappear. Months later, it returns. The treatment is blamed. The cycle repeats.

What may actually be occurring is a structural problem disguised as a pest problem.

A field-based example

Consider a hypothetical, but realistic apartment complex experiencing chronic German cockroach complaints.

Over several years, multiple pest management providers implemented gel bait programs, residual insecticide applications, monitoring systems and sanitation recommendations. Each intervention produced temporary reductions in activity. Yet complaints continued to return.

A detailed structural assessment eventually revealed several overlooked factors:

• Vertical plumbing shafts connected multiple apartments.
• Historical water leaks had been repaired, but moisture-damaged materials remained hidden within wall voids.
• Utility penetrations around pipes had never been fully sealed.
• Inaccessible spaces behind cabinets contained years of accumulated organic residue.
  

The cockroaches were not simply re-entering the building. The structure itself had preserved an ecological legacy that continued to support infestation, because it was preserving the conditions necessary for infestation long after the original pest population had been reduced..

Once moisture management, exclusion work, ventilation improvements and void remediation were completed, infestation pressure declined significantly and remained under control.

Introducing the structural memory index

To encourage a more preventive approach, I propose a practical assessment framework called the Structural Memory Index (SMI).

The SMI evaluates a building’s potential to preserve pest-supporting conditions through four primary categories:

1. Moisture legacy: Historical leaks, condensation zones, poor ventilation and damp structural materials.
2. Pathway persistence: Pipe chases, utility penetrations, cable routes, expansion joints and structural void networks.
3. Harborage retention: Wall voids, suspended ceilings, damaged materials, inaccessible cavities and hidden nesting opportunities.
4. Resource residue: Organic debris accumulation, grease deposits, food contamination history and long-term sanitation deficiencies.
   

Buildings exhibiting high levels in these categories may possess a stronger structural memory, and therefore a greater risk of recurring pest pressure.

The future of pest inspections

As pest management continues to evolve, inspections may become less focused on identifying current infestations and more focused on predicting future infestations.

Moisture mapping technologies, thermal imaging, smart sensors and artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted building assessments may eventually help technicians identify structural memory before pest populations become established.

In this future model, PMPs will not simply remove pests. They will diagnose and eliminate the architectural conditions that allow infestations to repeatedly emerge.

Applying SME to your strategy

Recurring infestations are often viewed as failures of products, treatments or sanitation programs. While these factors remain important, they may not always explain why pests continue to return.

The structural memory effect offers an alternative perspective. Buildings can preserve moisture patterns, movement pathways, harbourages and ecological opportunities long after an infestation appears to have ended. Understanding these hidden structural legacies may help the industry move beyond reactive treatment and toward truly preventive pest management.

The next major advancement in pest control may not come from stronger chemistry. It may come from understanding what the building remembers.

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Bell Laboratories promoted Patrick Lynch, ACE, to chief operating officer, effective July 1, 2026. In his new role, Lynch has manufacturing operations, research and development, and engineering as added responsibilities to his current oversight of the sales and marketing functions.

“Patrick has been a major contributor to Bell’s success for the past 20 years,” said Steve Levy, Bell Laboratories president and CEO, and a member of the Pest Management Professional (PMP) Hall of Fame (Class of 2022). “Throughout his tenure, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership, a deep commitment to our customers and employees, and a consistent ability to deliver results. As Bell continues to grow and evolve, Pat’s experience and leadership will play a critical role in helping us execute our strategic objectives and build on the strong foundation that has been established.”

A respected leader within the pest management industry, Lynch currently serves as president of the United Producers, Formulators and Distributors Association (UPFDA). A former member of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) board of directors, he serves on the association’s Public Policy Committee, Workforce Development Steering Committee, and the P3 Strategic Planning Committee.

About Bell Laboratories

Based in Windsor, Wis., and founded in 1975 by Pest Management Professional Hall of Famer Malcolm Stack (Class of 2004), Bell Laboratories produces high-quality rodenticides and other rodent control products for the pest control and agricultural industries across six continents. Bell’s complete line of products — rodenticides, tamper-resistant bait stations, smart rodent monitoring devices, glue boards, mechanical traps and attractants — control rodents in any situation. These products are combined with technical expertise, manufacturing capabilities and superior service.

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The new Winter Haven service center will provide comprehensive, customized pest prevention to every business sector including hotels, restaurants, hospitals, commercial buildings and multi-family communities.

“The Winter Haven and Lakeland areas have seen significant population growth over the last several years, which has resulted in many new businesses opening in this market,” said Tony Massey, president and CEO of Massey Services in a news release. “Our new Winter Haven Commercial service center enhances our ability to better serve our commercial customers by providing a stronger presence and faster response times, which reinforces our commitment to total customer satisfaction.”

About Massey Services

Based in Orlando, Fla., Massey Services is one of the nation’s largest and most respected service companies in the pest management industry. Celebrating 41 consecutive years of profitable growth, Massey Services and its subsidiary organizations employ nearly 3,000 team members who provide residential and commercial pest prevention, termite protection, landscape and irrigation services for more than 1 million customers

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