Bug Bytes Volume 14 Issue 8

Posted By: Glenda Lehmberg Bug Bytes,

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November 21, 2025 | Vol. 14 Issue 8
GPCA is dedicated to
 Growth, Professionalism, Community & Advocacy
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GPCA Members Veteran Survey
The Pest Vets Committee would like to know what members are currently doing to serve Veterans.
Please complete this form by November 30.  Thank you!
Submit HERE
Recognize Super Stars in Our Industry

Deadline: Nov 30, 2025
  • Veteran of the Year Award
  • Woman of Excellence
  • Outstanding Pest Management Professional
  • Administrative Professional
Award Nomination Forms
PWIPM Event
The Georgia PWIPM (Professional Women in Pest Management) group met at the GPCA office last week to network and learn how to decorate cookies.
So much FUN!  We encourage more companies to participate in the future. 
Thank you to Julie Fogg of Forshaw for sponsoring the event.
GPCA Member Visits
Kylie and Ben Myers of PestForce in Monroe, GA.
Danny Harris of Athens Exterminating in Athens, GA.
Members We Saw Around Town
Bodine Sinyard (far left) of Adams Exterminating and Jimmy Allgood (far right) founder of Allgood Services Inc in Dublin pictured with Kerry Martin, GPCA BOD Secretary/Treasurer and Glenda Lehmberg GPCA Executive Director.
Interested in Serving on the GPCA Board of Directors?
As a valued member, we encourage you to submit your expression of interest for a leadership position within the Association. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to help guide our strategic direction and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how your experience aligns with our leadership needs.

Complete the Microsoft Form by clicking on the link below.  A virtual meeting will be scheduled in the near future to discuss the opportunities, expectations, qualifications, and time commitments.  Submit by November 30, 2025
 
Interested in Being on the GPCA Board of Directors – Fill out form
 
GPCA Gives 2 options in December

1. Donate Gently-Used or New Coats Veterans
Collecting until December 3, 2025 at the GPCA office
(call before drop off 770-417-1881)

2. GPCA at the Atlanta Community Food Bank

Complete the registration below to participate! 
We need MORE volunteers
Date
:  Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Time:   8:30AM-11:30AM
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the shift start time to check-in. Orientation begins promptly at the start of the shift. Late volunteers may be unable to serve.  

Registration Link:  https://acfb.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/GeorgiaPestControlAssociation

Location: Atlanta Community Food Bank  
3400 North Desert Drive   
Atlanta, GA 30344  

Service Area: Hunger Action Center
The Hunger Action Center provides a great hands-on experience in a diverse and social atmosphere. Groups and individual volunteers come together to inspect, sort, and pack quality grocery donations to prepare for distribution to nearly 700 partner agencies across Georgia.  

Dress Code: Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are required, with sneakers or work boots recommended. Flip flops, Crocs, sandals, or heeled shoes are not allowed. Please wear comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting a bit rumpled. Some volunteers will be sorting refrigerated products. Please wear long pants and bring a sweatshirt or light jacket with you. In the event you are working elsewhere, there are lockers onsite to place your outerwear. 

Hall of Fame Nominations

The GPCA Hall of Fame award is to honor those outstanding individuals whose passion for their industry and others have set them apart from the rest of the industry. Candidate must possess one or more of the listed criteria.

  • Employee of GPCA member company
  • Provides or provided outstanding services to the Industry
  • Active company or allied member
  • Dedicated career to Georgia pest management industry

All entry forms must be completed in their entirety. Incomplete entry forms will not be accepted and the decision by GPCA is final. All entries are confidential.

Hall of Fame Nomination Form
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