Massey Services sponsors Orlando Economic Partnership’s Public Leadership Institute

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The Orlando Economic Partnership (OEP) recently announced Massey Services, Inc. as the new lead sponsor and supporter of the Partnership’s Public Leadership Institute (PLI), a nonpartisan leadership development program designed to cultivate the next generation of civic, business and nonprofit leaders shaping Central Florida’s future. This announcement coincides with the graduation of a cohort of leaders from the program.

Starting in October 2025, 44 leaders have completed the current program and are equipped with the knowledge, relationships and regional perspective needed to engage effectively in public policy, community development and collaborative problem-solving. Through immersive learning and direct engagement with policymakers and subject-matter experts, participants gain a deeper understanding of how local decisions impact economic growth, workforce development, housing, transportation and quality of life.

“We are proud to partner with the Orlando Economic Partnership and their Public Leadership Institute, which will help build strong leadership for the future of our city,” said Tony Massey, President and CEO of Massey Services, in a release. “Orlando is projected to continue to experience significant growth and we need to have exceptional leaders with forward-thinking vision who are able to guide thoughtful, data-driven decisions for our community.”

The program includes two distinct tracks:

• Political Leadership Track – Designed for aspiring elected leaders who are exploring candidacy for public office within the next five years.
• Civic Leadership Track – A new pathway for leaders who want to influence public policy as advocates, board members, or community connectors without pursuing office.

Together, the two tracks create a pipeline of informed, connected leaders prepared to collaborate across industries and jurisdictions, a critical need as the Orlando region continues to grow rapidly. No commitment is required to run for office; rather, the non-partisan program is designed for individuals who are actively exploring opportunities.

“Developing strong, informed and collaborative leaders is essential to delivering on Orlando’s long-term success,” said Tim Giuliani, president and CEO of the Orlando Economic Partnership, in a news release. “The Public Leadership Institute is a cornerstone of our efforts to build civic alignment and equip leaders with the tools to address complex regional challenges. We are grateful to Massey Services for stepping forward as lead sponsor and investing in the leadership capacity that will help drive Orlando’s future.”

Support from Massey Services advances OEP’s broader Orlando Vision 2045, the region’s long-term framework focused on achieving status as a top 10 innovation hub, building a region of 15-minute cities through smart transportation investment and strengthening downtown as one of the best in the nation. Leadership development is a foundational pillar of that vision, enabling sustained collaboration across public, private and nonprofit sectors.

“Our company has been headquartered in Orlando since 1985, and my father, Harvey L. Massey, understood that great cities are built when businesses support the communities they serve,” added Massey. “Our family continues to give back to the Orlando community and in 2014, we created the Harvey and Carol Massey Foundation to help further our mission of community service. It’s important for all of us to create lasting economic and community benefits that will serve our region for future generations.”

Participants in PLI represent a diverse cross-section of the region, including business professionals, nonprofit leaders, educators and public servants. Alumni of the program continue to serve on boards, commissions and community organizations, strengthening civic engagement and regional problem-solving capacity.

About the Public Leadership Institute

The Public Leadership Institute is a unique leadership training initiative through the Orlando Economic Partnership that prepares Central Florida’s business-minded leaders to serve as future public leaders or policy influencers. Participants create powerful connections and draw on their real-world experience, skills and talent to impact and promote policies for regional prosperity.

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Nixalite: SolaTrim

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Protect rooftop solar panels with the trademarked SolaTrim Pest Abatement Barrier — an all-weather, long-lasting pest and debris abatement system designed to prevent pigeons and rodents from nesting under or damaging residential solar system arrays. Made in the USA, the system’s diamond pattern stamping allows air to circulate underneath the solar panels, maintaining a regulated temperature and a protected area between the roof surface and the bottom of the solar panels.

SolaTrim uses 3M’s trademarked VHB adhesive tape, which allows for permanent peel-and-stick bonding without the use of rivets, screws or other mechanical fasteners. The tape makes the SolaTrim panel installation quick, easy and permanent without damaging your solar panels with mechanical fasteners. Use a J-roller for a perfect adhesive bond.

SolaTrim is available in 4-foot panels with heights of 6.75 inches, 5.5 inches and now 4.5 inches.

About Nixalite

Family-owned and founded in 1950, Nixalite’s 24,000-square-foot manufacturing and executive facilities are located in East Moline, Illinois. This is where the hand-built Nixalite machines turn high-grade stainless steel wire and strip into its famouse bird and climbing animal control system. In-house engineering and machining departments give Nixalite the edge in design and manufacturing flexibility. The company’s triple-check quality control system guarantees that each strip of Nixalite sets the highest quality standards in the industry.

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Truly Nolen promotes two to leadership roles

Truly Nolen recently announced the promotion of Matt Nelson to area manager of the Western commercial division and Danny Correia to operations manager of its Tucson commercial service office.

Matt Nelson

Matt Nelson

Nelson joined Truly Nolen in January 2014 as the company’s Tucson Commercial Operations Manager, and during his 12 year pest control career, he has been a mentoring manager for a decade and has trained more than 60 of the company’s operations managers. Prior to joining Truly Nolen, he spent 20 years in retail management with Fry’s Grocery, Best Buy and OfficeMax and also coached USA Swimming and High School swim teams for almost a decade.

Some of Nelson’s new responsibilities will include district authority overseeing the Western Commercial service offices along with Eliminex, an independent division of Truly Nolen that specializes in residential apartment pest control services in Phoenix.

“The thing I am most excited about when it comes to this new role is that I am looking forward to the new challenge and learning more about our company from a different perspective,” said Nelson in a news release. “My favorite thing about working for Truly Nolen is that I take a lot of pride in creating an environment where people can achieve their goals and accomplish things they did not think was possible.

“Matt’s impact with our company goes far beyond results; he has dedicated himself to mentoring others, building future leaders and creating a culture of excellence across our teams,” added Verne Keller, commercial division manager, Truly Nolen. “We look forward to his continued growth, leadership and development as he steps into this exciting new role.”

Danny Correia

Danny Correia

Correia joined Truly Nolen in March 2025 as part of the company’s Manager-In-Training program. Before joining the company, he spent 20 years in the restaurant industry as a General Manager, Area Manager and chef, including time as General Manager of Corbett’s and HUB in Tucson, and as a Food Safety Inspector for the National Sanitation Foundation. Correia graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management from The Art Institute of Phoenix.

Some of Correia’s new responsibilities will include helping the service office gain more visibility with the local Tucson commercial community as well as instilling the company’s core values throughout his team.

“I am most excited about growing our commercial service office in Tucson to new heights,” said Correia in a news release. “My favorite thing about working for Truly Nolen is the people because everyone is here for each other and we all care about our success as a whole.”

“Danny excelled in our MIT program throughout 2025 where he demonstrated the leadership, drive and commitment that make him a great fit for this next step in his career,” said Matt Nelson, Western commercial area manager, Truly Nolen. “We look forward to the positive impact he brings to his new position 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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Sacramento CA

BASF: Ridesco WG Insecticide

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When speed and impact are critical, Ridesco WG Insecticide provides the rapid response needed to overwhelm a wide range of pests, including spiders, large cockroaches, earwigs and other occasional invaders.

Introduced to the market early last year, Ridesco WG features a quick-release formulation, resulting in swift impact and visibly reducing pest populations.

Through the combination of two trusted active ingredients, alpha-cypermethrin and dinotefuran, Ridesco WG Insecticide can be relied upon for cleanouts, initial services, tough callbacks or when a customer is preparing for an important event. It’s a dry formulation with a versatile label that allows for use outdoors, on- and off-structure, and indoors, including food-handling areas.

With one simple rate, Ridesco WG Insecticide can be applied using any handheld, backpack or truck-mounted sprayer equipment. Mist blowers can also be used to treat hard-to-reach areas. Use as a spot, band, crack and crevice and void type of application. Customers will appreciate the noticeable impact that Ridesco WG, known by the BASF team as the rapid response heavy hitter, will have on their properties.

About BASF

BASF Corp., headquartered in Florham Park, N.J., is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has approximately 16,000 employees in North America and had sales of $25.7 billion in 2022.

BASF creates chemistry for a sustainable future by combining economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. More than 110,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of its customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. BASF’s portfolio is organized into six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions.

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Sacramento CA

PMP January 2026 Edition: Reading, Writing, Rodents?

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Sacramento CA

High Chagas parasite levels found in Kissing Bugs

One of many kissing bug species. PHOTO: NATHANPHOTO/ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS/ GETTY IMAGES

A new study from the University of Texas at El Paso has found unusually high concentrations of Trypanosoma cruzi (T. cruzi), the parasite that causes Chagas disease, in kissing bugs collected near the U.S.–Mexico border.

For the study, UTEP researchers collected kissing bugs from El Paso County, Tex. and southern New Mexico, including from yards, under garden furniture and firewood.

Of the 26 kissing bugs collected, 22 – or 88.5% – were positive for T. cruzi. A similar study conducted in 2021 by the same team found that only 66% of kissing bugs collected in the region carried the parasite.

Chagas disease, while more common in Latin America, is increasingly being detected in the southern United States. The parasite is transmitted primarily through the feces of triatomine insects, commonly known as kissing bugs, which feed on blood and often enter homes in search of hosts.

Researchers warn that environmental conditions, wildlife reservoirs and human development near border regions may be contributing to higher infection rates, raising concerns about potential human exposure.

Why it matters

If you operate in the Southwest U.S. or service clients who travel, relocate, or own seasonal properties, this news directly affects your role. Increased awareness may lead to more customer questions, inspection requests and concerns about health risks tied to insect activity.

From an operational standpoint, proper identification and differentiation is critical. Kissing bugs are often mistaken for harmless insects. Misidentification can lead to missed opportunities for service or worse, loss of credibility.

There’s also a business angle. As public awareness of vector-borne diseases grows, PMPs who can confidently explain risks, prevention strategies and exclusion techniques position themselves as trusted advisors, not just service providers.

How your business can stay prepared

• Train technicians to properly identify kissing bugs and document sightings.
• Educate customers on reducing attractants, sealing entry points and limiting wildlife harborage near structures.
• Review inspection protocols for homes in high-risk areas, particularly in rural or semi-rural regions.

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Allergy Technologies: ATAHC Asthma

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Asthma disproportionately affects residents in affordable housing, where pests such as cockroaches, rodents, dust mites and bed bugs are common triggers. The Allergy Technologies Affordable Housing Control (ATAHC) Program now offers a science-backed approach, in conjunction with a healthcare provider, called ATAHC Asthma. This new offering is designed to improve respiratory health by targeting these allergens through integrated pest management and preventative measures. Among ATAHC Asthma’s components is ActiveGuard Mattress Liners, which help prevent both bed bug and dust mite infestations, lowering allergen levels in high-risk homes.

About Allergy Technologies

Allergy Technologies’ mission is to improve the environmental conditions in which people live. This focus led to the establishment of its trademarked ATAHC Program, which has proven to successfully control and prevent the scourge of bed bugs in both affordable housing and other community and hospitality facilities.

Allergy Technologies notes that its flagship product, ActiveGuard Mattress Liners, is “the only EPA-registered product labeled to deliver two-year bed bug and dust mite prevention, preventing future infestations by killing bed bugs and dust mites in the most challenging environments, such as affordable housing.”

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