ohDeer to expand into northern Idaho

Photo: Karen Woodard and Austin Wassmuth

For families in Northern Idaho who love spending time outdoors but dread the buzz of mosquitoes, the bite of ticks, or the frustration of deer nibbling their gardens, relief has arrived. ohDEER, the nation’s leading provider of all-natural deer, tick and mosquito control, is expanding to the region with the launch of ohDEER Northern Idaho, owned and operated by Austin Wassmuth and Karen Woodard.

For Austin and Karen, joining ohDEER was about more than just business ownership—it was about finding a brand that aligned with their lifestyle and values.

Karen said in a release, “After exploring a number of franchise opportunities, ohDEER immediately stood out because of the people. From my very first call, I felt like I was talking with friends who genuinely cared. The culture felt real, and we were drawn to both the team and the mission. Plus, we love being outdoors and wanted a business that wouldn’t tie us to a desk all day.”

Austin, a University of Idaho graduate with a degree in outdoor recreation, shared that ohDEER’s mission strongly resonates with his personal philosophy of encouraging active, healthy lifestyles. 

“You can’t enjoy the outdoors if you’re worried about mosquito-and tick-borne illnesses. ohDEER helps remove those barriers. There’s no reason people shouldn’t feel safe and comfortable outside.”

Austin and Karen are also eager to help solve challenges unique to Northern Idaho residents. Austin added, “I see people do the craziest things to try to keep deer out of their gardens—and nothing works. We’re excited to be the solution, their knight in shining armor.”

Colleen Upham, cofounder and owner of ohDeer, said, “Karen and Austin embody the spirit of what makes ohDEER so special. They care deeply about their community, love the outdoors, and bring a passion for helping families live healthier lives. We’re thrilled to welcome them to the ohDEER family and look forward to seeing the positive impact they’ll make in Northern Idaho.”

ohDEER Northern Idaho will offer the company’s full suite of services, using 100% natural and effective products that are safe for families, pets, and the environment. Founded in 2006, ohDEER has expanded nationwide by helping communities reclaim their outdoor spaces with treatments that balance effectiveness and ecological responsibility.

For more information about ohDEER’s franchising opportunities and all-natural pest control services, visit oh-deer.com or ohdeerfranchising.com.

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New World screwworm webinar on reporting, detection and more

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In light of the spread of the New World screwworm across Central America and into Mexico, with the potential to reach the U.S., the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) will host an informational webinar about the pest, the status of the outbreak and how to detect and report cases.

The New World screwworm is a maggot that feeds on the wounds of live animals and can sometimes infect humans. The webinar will review the basics of this outbreak for agricultural industry professionals, livestock producers, public health professionals and other interested parties.

The primary focus of the webinar will be on monitoring, reporting cases and protecting animals. The webinar will be hosted by Andrew Short, chair of the UF/IFAS Department of Entomology and Nematology.

Registration is not required, and this webinar will be recorded.

When: Sept. 17 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/screwworm-sept-25

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Sacramento CA

Pest Share raises multi-millions in Series A funding

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Nampa, Idaho-based Pest Share, announced it has raised $28 million Series A led by Integrity Growth Partners (IGP) with participation from existing investors, including MetaProp, Capital Eleven and RE Angels. The funding will accelerate Pest Share’s expansion across the single-family and multifamily rental markets, advance product innovation and deepen partnerships with leading property management platforms.

A first-of-its-kind business model for the industry, Pest Share modernizes pest control through a new, tech-centric business model that integrates directly with property management systems, automating service dispatch and connecting residents with a national network of vetted service providers. Offered as a standalone amenity or as part of a resident benefit package, Pest Share delivers a seamless experience for residents to resolve pest issues, while enabling property managers to reduce operational headaches, improve service quality and unlock new revenue streams.

The company started in 2020 after local property managers began asking how to better handle pest control for their residents. Landon Cooley, CEO of Pest Share and a fourth-generation pest professional, worked with co-founders Justin Clements, COO, and Tom Clements, CRO, to bring the idea of Pest Share to life to solve this problem.

Cooley, CEO and co-founder of Pest Share, said in a release, “Property managers have been stuck with a fragmented and administratively burdensome approach to pest control for decades. We built Pest Share to reimagine that experience — using technology to help property managers efficiently deliver high-quality pest control services at scale. With IGP’s support and the continued partnership of our existing investors, we’re excited to continue to expand this model to property managers and residents nationwide.”

Doyl Burkett, co-founder and managing partner at Integrity Growth Partners, said in a release, “Pest Share has created a modern, automated, and tech-enabled solution for a problem that touches nearly every property manager. We’re excited to back a team that deeply understands the industry’s operational pain points and has built a platform that fundamentally changes how pest services are delivered and managed.”

About Pest Share

Pest Share is the leading on-demand pest control platform purpose-built for residential property managers. Pest Share integrates with leading property management systems and leverages a national network of vetted service providers to help property managers address their residents’ pest issues in near real-time. Pest Share streamlines pest issue resolution, reduces costs, and elevates the resident experience.

About Integrity Growth Partners

Integrity Growth Partners (“IGP”) is a Los Angeles-based growth equity firm that invests in founder-led, capital-efficient lower middle market software and tech-enabled services companies. IGP targets high-growth businesses with established products and business models, bringing a differentiated combination of investing and operating experience.

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Sacramento CA

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Sacramento CA

Early registration deadline for Entomology 2025 approaching

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From Nov. 9-12, Portland, Ore., will be buzzing with excitement as thousands of insect-science professionals gather for Entomology 2025. The program features more than 150 symposia and workshops across all areas of entomology, plus opportunities to connect and collaborate

Past groups have included:

• Birding enthusiasts who met up later that week for an impromptu birding adventure
• Ento-fashion aficionados sharing their shiny-bug styles
• Insect photographers sharing tips and tricks for spectacular shots

Dont miss out on early registration savings:

The early registration deadline is Monday, Sept. 1. Register here.

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Sacramento CA

Truly Nolen tech promoted to operations manager

Jesse Tarter

Truly Nolen Pest Control promoted Jesse Tarter to operations manager of the company’s Lake Havasu City, Ariz., service office.

Tarter joined Truly Nolen in May 2019 as a Pest Control Swing Technician. Prior to joining the company, he worked in food retail for 17 years for Bashas’ Supermarkets. He attended Mohave Community College, where he earned his certification in heating, cooling and refrigeration.

Tarter’s new responsibilities will include helping the service office continue to maintain visibility with the local Lake Havasu City community as well as instilling the company’s core values throughout his team.

Tarter said in a release, “I am most excited about growing our Lake Havasu City branch and helping to develop my team members. My favorite thing about working for Truly Nolen is the satisfaction I feel when helping customers. I tell people that I work in pest control, but really, I help improve quality of life to our customers. When someone is living with serious pest issues, their quality of life has been affected. I find it very fulfilling when our team and I are able to give that back to them.”

Southern Ariz. and Cal. senior area manager, Desi Rodriguez, said, “Jesse’s two decades of terrific customer service along with his work ethic and proven ability to help teach others made him the perfect choice for his new position. I look forward to watching him help our Lake Havasu City team reach their future goals and I am glad he is a member of our team.”

About Truly Nolen
Founded in 1938, Tucson, Arizona-based Truly Nolen of America is one of the largest family-owned pest control companies in the United States. Truly Nolen has over 80 branch offices in Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. The company also has independently owned and operated franchises in an ever-growing number of territories including Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Canada, Puerto Rico and over 60 countries.

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NCPIWM and SCPWIPM raise thousands for Safe House Project

From left: Patrick and Harper Thompson and NPMA’s Brittani Crawley, Liz Grier and Ellie Sanders

The North Carolina and South Carolina Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) chapters hit all the right notes at their first-ever Melodies that Matter: Pest Control Pop Star Edition FUNdraiser, raising $6,937.65 in support of Safe House Project, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending child trafficking.

Held on Aug. 1 during the 2025 Carolinas/Mid-Atlantic Summer Conference in Savannah, Ga., the event brought together industry professionals for an evening of karaoke, camaraderie and philanthropy. Participants could make donations for the chance to sing, or to avoid taking the stage, with all proceeds benefiting Safe House Project.

Event planning committee: Donna Gross (SC Chair), Melanie Matthews, Suzanne VanDerveer, Mary Elizabeth Fairfax, Maria Miller (NC Chair), Julie Tesh, and Laura Gergle.

One of the evening’s highlights was the presentation of the inaugural Pest Control Pop Star Award to Harper Thompson, daughter of Patrick Thompson, NCPMA secretary/treasurer and Pest Management Systems, Inc. strategy & operations officer.

Sponsors

The success of Melodies that Matter was made possible thanks to the generosity of 18 sponsoring companies, including Crawlspace Depot, Forshaw, Pest and Termite Consultants, Canady’s Termite and Pest Control, Momentum Marketing, PWIPM SC, North Carolina Pest Management Association, South Carolina Pest Control Association, Corteva, Envu, Stephenson Pest Control, Borden Pest Control, Pirates Pest and Termite Control, MGK, Ehrlich, Modern Exterminating, Rid-A-Bug Exterminating and Pest Management Systems, Inc. (PMi).

About The Safe House Project

Founded in 2017, Safe House Project emerged from a passionate desire to see an end to child trafficking. Inspired by the historic symbol of safe havens during the Underground Railroad, the organization continues this legacy by creating modern-day safe homes where survivors can find refuge and begin their journey to recovery. They’ve launched safe houses across the U.S. and provided over 227,760 safe nights for survivors each year.

About Professional Women in Pest Management

The North Carolina and South Carolina Chapters of the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) Committee are state chapters of the national organization. The mission of PWIPM is to empower women in the pest management industry through recruitment, education, mentoring and professional development.

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