# Missouri Pest Management Association ## Posts - [The Advocate – October 2025 – Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2025-issue-4/) - [The Advocate – July 2025 – Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2025-issue-3/) - [The Advocate – April 2025 – Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2025-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2025 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2025-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2024 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2024-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - April 2023 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2023-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - July 2024 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2024-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2024 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2024-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2024 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2024-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2023 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2023-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2023 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2023-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - January 2023 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2023-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2022 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2022-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2022 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2022-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2022 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2022-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2022 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2022-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2021 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2021-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2021 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2021-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2021 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2021-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2021 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2021-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2020 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2020-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2020 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2020-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2020 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2020-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2020 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2020-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2019 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2019-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2019 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2019-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2019 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2019-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2019 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2019-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2018 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2018-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2018 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2018-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2018 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2018-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2018 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2018-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2017 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2017-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2017 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2017-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2017 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2017-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2017 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2017-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2016 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2016-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2016 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2016-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2016 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2016-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2016 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2016-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2015 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2015-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2015 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2015-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2015 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2015-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2015 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2015-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2014 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2014-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2014 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2014-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2014 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2014-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2014 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-january-2014-issue-1/) - [The Advocate - October 2013 - Issue 4](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2013-issue-4/) - [The Advocate - July 2013 - Issue 3](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-july-2013-issue-3/) - [The Advocate - April 2013 - Issue 2](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-april-2013-issue-2/) - [The Advocate - January 2013 - Issue 1](https://mopma.org/the-advocate-october-2013-issue-1/) ## Pages - [Annual Exhibitor Registration Page](https://mopma.org/ex_reg/) - [Awards](https://mopma.org/awards/): The Missouri Pest Management Association Awards Award Categories Do you know someone in the Pest Management Industry who has worked hard for the industry? Maybe they have done something beyond the call of duty, something to help not only the Pest Management Industry, but their fellow man. Think about it and help us recognize that individual for their contributions to our industry. Complete the nomination form on the next page and include a short letter stating why you feel your nominee should receive an award. Keep the award criteria in mind when making your nominations. All award nominations must be received ... Read more - [Allied Missouri Pest Management Association Member Dues](https://mopma.org/missouri-pest-management-association-member-dues/): If you prefer not to register online please download the paper registration below. Click here - [events](https://mopma.org/events/): REGISter NOw December 4-6, 2024 Joint Annual Conference & Exposition with Stoney Creek Hotel 18011 Bass Pro Drive Independence, MO 64055 Registration​ Missouri Pest Management AssociationPartnered withKansas Pest Control AssociationJoint Annual Conference & Exposition Exhibitor Registration/Information Registration Online Now December 4-6, 2024 Stoney Creek Hotel 18011 Bass Pro Drive Independence, MO 64055 SESSION TOPICS ACE TRAININGAI, IoT and Innovation in Pest ManagementPest Control Laws for Missouri and KansasPANEL DISCUSSION: Updates and RulesFlyQ – Insect Light Trap Selection, Placement, and InnovationRodent Guest Management 3.0Cockroaches, Termites, Ants, Safety and WDI View Speaker Bios Professionals from across Missouri gather each year at the ... Read more - [Welcome](https://mopma.org/welcome/): Welcome to the Missouri Pest Management Association State Certification Plan of Pesticide Applicators Missouri Department of Agriculture Members and Professionals Stay informed on the latest industry news, conduct research, network with other Missouri Pest Management Association members, and know when industry events are happening. Join Today! Consumers Find a professional pest control company in your area; get your pest control questions answered by our experts; view frequently asked questions by consumers and more. Need pest control tips on how to control pests in your home? It’s all here. Find a Professional Today! - [Contact Us](https://mopma.org/contact-us/): Contact Us Contact Us Missouri Pest Management Association722 E. Capitol AvenueJefferson City, MO 65101 Phone: 573-761-5771Fax: 573-635-7823 missouripest@gmail.com - [Leadership](https://mopma.org/leadership/): Leadership Leadership Updated 1/13/2025 2024-2025 Board of Directors PRESIDENTSteven C. Arenz, ACEArenz Pest Management Solutions Inc.PO Box 1062Hillsboro, MO 63050Phone: 636-671-3100Fax: 636-671-3104 PRESIDENT ELECTJohn Myers, ACEGunter Pest Management220 W. 72nd St.Kansas City, MO 64114Phone: 816-523-0777 SECRETARY/TREASURERLarry Hodson, Jr.Big River Pest Control106 N. 4th St.Hannibal, MO 63401Phone: 573-221-1400Fax: 573-248-1132 IMM. PAST PRESIDENTJanet PreeceZip Zap Termite & Pest Control18602 N US Highway 69, PO Box 123Lawson, MO 64062Phone: 816-407-7378 REGION I VPGeoffery Preece (term expires 2026)Zip Zap Termite & Pest Control18602 N US Highway 69, PO Box 123Lawson, MO 64062Phone: 816-407-7378 REGION II VPKyle Bernskoetter (term expires 2026)Art’s Pest Control429 W. Miller St.Jefferson City, MO 65101Phone: ... Read more - [Public Policy](https://mopma.org/public-policy/): Public Policy Public Policy National Public Policy State Advocacy - [Calendar of Events](https://mopma.org/calendar-of-events/): Calendar of Events Calendar of Events Annual Conference Exhibitor Registration NOW OPEN!December 4-5, 2025 Register to be an Exhibtor - [The Advocate](https://mopma.org/the-advocate/): Advertising Rates for The Advocate Newsletter Advertising Application Send completed contract and payment to MPMA, 722 E. Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO 65101 Questions? Contact Sandy Boeckman at 573.761.5771 or missouripest@gmail.com. Download Past Publications: 2025: 2024: 2023: 2022: 2021: 2020: 2019: 2018: 2017: 2016: 2015: 2014: 2013: Call for Articles: Contribute to The Advocate Newsletter We are excited to invite members of the Missouri Pest Management Association to contribute articles for the upcoming edition of The Advocate, our quarterly newsletter. Whether you have industry news, helpful tips, or valuable insights related to pest management, we encourage you to share your ... Read more - [MPMA Hall of Fame Recipients](https://mopma.org/mpma-hall-of-fame-recipients/): MPMA Hall of Fame Recipients​ MPMA Hall of Fame Recipients Congratulations to MPMA Hall of Fame Recipients! CLICK HERE to access the Hall of Fame fillable form. Neil McNeill Scott Phillips John Klenklen Andrew Mannino D.P. “Dub” Hayes Norman Besheer Gene Schuessler Harry Connoyer David R. Cole Charles Knote Blanton Whitmire - [Member Benefits](https://mopma.org/member-benefits/): Member Benefits Member Benefits Membership Directory Click here to view the 2023 Membership Directory. NPMA Information Central Hotline – 800-678-6722 or npma@pestworld.org   The Information Central Hotline provides member companies with instant access to a team of NPMA’s staff experts. Developed to give practical solutions to pressing technical and operational issues, the hotline provides members with outside expertise. Your Voice in Washington & Missouri To ensure your concerns as a pest management professional are heard. NPMA is the only entity that represents our industry before the U.S. Congress and federal agencies. NPMA’s government affairs staff track Missouri regulatory changes and policy-related media, and coordinate this information ... Read more - [Membership Information](https://mopma.org/membership-information/): Membership Information Membership Information The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has been serving our industry for nearly 80 years. Over this time we have excelled in promoting the value of pest management professionals while providing our members with the tools, resources, and education needed to run a successful business. Below is a link to the application to join our organization. Just complete this form and return it and you will immediately be sent a new member welcome toolbox full of information on how to enhance your company through association membership and access to an array of valuable business tools. We ... Read more - [consumer-information](https://mopma.org/consumer-information/): Consumer Information Consumer Information Common pest and prevention tips are available at pestworld.org   - [professional-credentials](https://mopma.org/professional-credentials/): Professional Credentials Professional Credentials Consider the following programs to distinguish your company, services, and employees as elite and nationally-accredited: For your company:QualityPro Accreditation http://www.npmaqualitypro.org/The QualityPro standards detail what it takes to be professional in pest management. QualityPro resources like template employee applications, interview questions, and fleet management documents help companies meet the standards. Through QualtiyPro accreditation, our industry recognizes companies who have met this mark of excellence in pest management. Online Application: http://www.npmaqualitypro.org/apply  For your service:GreenPro http://www.npmaqualitypro.org/greenpro/QualityPro Schools http://www.npmaqualitypro.org/qualitypro-schools/QualityPro Food Safety http://www.npmaqualitypro.org/qualitypro-food-safety/QualityPro Public Health https://www.npmaqualitypro.org/public-health/Available to QualityPro Accredited companies, these service certifications can help your company’s service stand out from the competition.  For your employees:  ... Read more - [Mission Vision](https://mopma.org/mission-vision/): Mission & Vision Mission & Vision This Association abides by the code of Ethics of the National Pest Management Association, as of October 1991, and as may be amended.  In addition, the Missouri Pest Management Association, Inc. Code of Ethics shall include, but not be limited to the following: To uphold the standards of the Missouri Pest Management Association, Inc. as well as the National Pest Management Association. To hold the pest management system in high esteem and strive to enhance its prestige. To maintain high company standards of moral responsibility, character and business integrity. To practice fairness, frankness, and ... Read more - [August 2023 Recertification](https://mopma.org/): The Missouri Pest Management Association Welcome to the Missouri Pest Management Association State Certification Plan of Pesticide Applicators Missouri Department of Agriculture Members and Professionals Stay informed on the latest industry news, conduct research, network with other Missouri Pest Management Association members, and know when industry events are happening. Join Today! Consumers Find a professional pest control company in your area; get your pest control questions answered by our experts; view frequently asked questions by consumers and more. Need pest control tips on how to control pests in your home? It’s all here. Find a Professional Today! - [Annual Conference & Exposition Exhibitor Registration](https://mopma.org/annual-conference-exposition-exhibitor-registration/): Exhibitor Registration​ Missouri Pest Management Association Annual Conference December 4-5, 2025 Stoney Creek Hotel – Kansas City18011 Bass Pro Drive Independence, MO 64055 Professionals from across Missouri gather each year at the Missouri Pest Management Association Annual Conference, providing a unique opportunity for networking and reaching a wide group of customers. Participation in this event provides your organization with many opportunities to make direct contact with people working to provide the best in Pest Management Services. Those attending the conference represent all sectors of the industry from government and private industry to nonprofit and educational institutions. The MPMA Annual Conference ... Read more - [Annual Conference Registration Page](https://mopma.org/annual-conference/): Go Back to Conference Information Page - [Conference Registration](https://mopma.org/conference-registration/): Save Your Spot​ Missouri Pest Management AssociationAnnual Conference Stoney Creek Hotel – Kansas City18011 Bass Pro DriveIndependence, MO 64055 December 4-5, 2025 Workshop Topics Mosquitos & Bed Bugs – New Developments in ControlRodent Biology, Behavior and Control for the PCO Termite Management Moles & Voles Inspection Resistance and Work Place Safety Pesticide Waste, Labels & Applicator Safety Endangered Species Protection Pesticides & Water Safety State & Federal Pesticide Laws & Regs Register Online for Conference Click Here for Attendee Information Thursday, December 4, 2025 7:00 am  Registration Opens & Exhibitor Set-up7:00 am – 8:00 am  Breakfast with Exhibitors (included with ... 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Read more - [Terms of Use](https://mopma.org/terms-of-use/): Terms of Use By accessing and using this website, web page, client portal, or mobile application, including but not limited to any content, functionality and services offered on or through this website, web page, client portal, or mobile application, or our e-mails, texts, posts and other electronic messages (collectively, our “Site”), you are agreeing to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws and regulations, and agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this ... Read more - [Recertification](https://mopma.org/recertification/): REGISTER NOW August 21 – 22, 2025 Annual Recertification with Golf Tournament & Bocce Fundraiser Courtyard by Marriott Jefferson City, Missouri Register Now For the Annual Annual Recertification August 21-22, 2025 Annual Re-Certification Agenda Wednesday, August 20 4:00 p.m. – Board of Directors Meeting | (ZOOM) Thursday, August 21 10 a.m. Noon – PAC Fund-Raiser Golf Tournament | Oak Hills Golf Course (shot gun start) 4 p.m. – Bocce Tournament (2-Person Teams) | Prison Brews Restaurant Friday, August 22 7:00 am –  Registration 8:00 a.m. –  7A-NEW DEVELOPMENTS & PEST CONTROL (2.75 hours) MOSQUITOS Tim Husen, PhD, BCE, PHE, PCQI, ... Read more [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)