Louisiana Pest Management Association

We can't wait for the LPMA Masquerade Gala this fall! This will be a special evening of elegance you won't want to miss. You can be a part of this incredible event by becoming a sponsor! Contact Morgan Milling at [email protected] for additional sponsorship details.

Thank you to our Industry Friend AMBA for their support of LPMA and Louisiana's pest management industry!

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Purchase your tickets for LPMA's "Wings, Jewels, and Black Tie Masquerade Gala" today! The gala will take place on Friday, September 25 at The Ritz Carlton in New Orleans, and a portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit the expansion of the Lois Caffey Termite Training Center. Join us for a special evening of elegance and entertainment!

Buy individual tickets here: https://louisianapma.org/events/lpma-black-tie-masquerade-gala-tickets/

Buy a table of 10 here: https://louisianapma.org/events/lpma-black-tie-masquerade-gala-sponsorships/

LPMA is hosting an in-person Licensee Recertification course next month! All Licensee holders and Technicians that need to re-certify can register for this course, and this course can serve as a continuing educational credit for technicians.

The July Licensee Recertification course will take place on Tuesday, July 28 at the Burden Garden Museum.

Sign up today to receive the discounted rate! Register here: https://louisianapma.org/events/july-licensee-recertificationonline/

LPMA Member Skye Lajaunie with Lajaunie's Pest Control is featured in the latest episode of the podcast Pest Control Millionaires with host Jonas Olson. Skye and Jonas talk about leadership and growing a PCT Top 100 company.

“It is the best business in the world. It has the best people. It’s a wonderful model… Pest control is still, in my opinion, one of the best service business that you could own.”

Skye gives some great insight on how pest control supports our workforce! Check out the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-Byh8VQxA0

Yesterday, LPMA Executive Director Morgan Milling and LPMA Board Members visited the Lois Caffey Termite Center to plan its future expansion.

LPMA is committed to supporting termite research in Louisiana. Expanding the Lois Caffey Termite Center will continue our efforts!

Don’t forget, a portion of proceeds from our Wings, Jewels & Black Tie Gala on September 25 will go toward the expansion of the Termite Center. Make sure to buy your gala tickets: https://louisianapma.org/events/lpma-black-tie-masquerade-gala-tickets/

For more than 50 years, the Louisiana Pest Management Association has protected the pest management industry and supported PMPs with training and industry information.

We are here to make the pest management industry STRONG and help PMPs GROW in their business!

Learn more about LPMA at https://louisianapma.org/

Bed bugs are commonly mistaken for German Cockroaches, but there are key differences between the two insects.

➡️ Bed bugs have flat, oval-shaped bodies
➡️ Bed bugs have six legs
➡️ Bed bugs have two antennae
➡️ Bed bugs are 1/4-3/16 of an inch long

If you think you've found bed bugs, or still aren't sure whether what you've found is a bed bug, contact a pest management professional immediately. PMPs are trained to identify pests so they can use the most effective treatment!

Bed bugs don't just live in your bed. You can find bed bugs in commonly shared areas like cars and couches and even on your electronic devices.

Bed bugs can also be found in public buildings, which is why early detection is key for preventing infestations.

Next time you check for bed bugs, don't stop at your mattress!

This week is !

Did you know only about a third of Americans can identify bed bugs and know where they should look for them? Identifying bed bugs early and contacting pest management professionals are key steps for preventing an infestation.

This week, LPMA will share some bed bug facts and tips to help you be Bed Bug Aware!