Unified Purchasing Group: Exclusive Discounts

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UPG members enjoy exclusive discounts on leading brands, including Verizon Wireless, Staples, ADP, UniFirst and more. Simply join the 55,000-plus other smart businesses already saving money with the power of group purchasing. Becoming a UPG member is free and easy, and there are no purchasing minimums or obligations.

About UPG

Unified Purchasing Group (UPG) is a group purchasing organization, otherwise known as a “GPO.” UPG combines the purchasing power of collective businesses to leverage better pricing, improved service levels, and dedicated account representation from suppliers. Leveraging a GPO increases your buying power and can simplify your procurement processes. The wide-reaching network and negotiating power of a GPO is challenging for an individual procurement professional to match on their own.

A GPO enables the spend from various industries to combine and increase buying power for individual private entities and it works for businesses of all size, from small businesses to large enterprise operations. When you partner with a GPO like UPG and utilize our exclusive contracts, you can grow market share in your industry quickly with no up front costs. It’s free to become a member and there are no long term contracts or purchasing minimums, so you have nothing to lose.

UPG has been a proud supporter of the pest management industry for nearly two decades, and as a long-time sponsor of PestWorld, we are pleased to help pest management professionals across the country save money. We partner with brands you know and trust to bring you savings on the products and services you need to run your business. UPG has more than 50,000 companies who are using their free membership to secure exclusive discounts to lower their spend and increase their competitive edge in today’s market.

Visit online today to increase your organization’s purchasing power and save.

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Sprague Pest Solutions earns top workplace awards

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Sprague Pest Solutions, a leading provider of commercial pest management services in the Western United States, is proud to announce it has earned both 2026 National Top Workplaces Award and Seattle Top Workplaces Awards, achieving three consecutive years of national recognition for its employee-driven workplace culture. Nationally, Sprague was named one of 155 organizations in its category nationwide to receive the 2026 National Top Workplaces Award.

The recognition is based solely on confidential employee feedback collected through an independent survey. It reflects strong performance in key areas of workplace culture, including confidence in company leadership and direction, meaningful work, manager effectiveness and a workplace where employees feel respected, valued and heard.

“Earning a National Top Workplaces Award for the third year in a row speaks volumes about the consistency of our culture and the people who bring it to life every day,” said Leila Starwich, director of people operations at Sprague, in a news release. “Being recognized again — alongside a Seattle Top Workplaces Award— reinforces that our commitment to our people isn’t a one‑time effort; it’s who we are.”

With a mission centered on protecting businesses, public health and the environment, Sprague’s workplace culture emphasizes safety, continuous learning, accountability, and teamwork. The company prioritizes professional development, promotes from within and encourages employees at every level to contribute ideas and innovation.

About Sprague Pest Solutions

Sprague Pest Solutions provides preventive and remedial pest management and food safety consulting services to leading food processing, agriculture, healthcare and hospitality and distribution facilities across the Western U.S. The company services commercial clients in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, Wyoming, Montana, Arizona and California.

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PelGar promotes Americas business manager to global role

Andrej Branc

PelGar International has promoted Americas Business Manager Andrej Branc to head of global sales. This role sits at the heart of the pest control solutions manufacturer’s newly strengthened senior leadership team, formed to increase strategic alignment, enhance global capability and support long-term growth across all regions. PelGar is based in Alton, East Hampshire, England.

Branc now works closely with regional leads across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the United Kingdom, the Americas, and France/Middle East/Africa. He also provides strategic oversight across the company’s marketing function. Per a corporate news release, “this appointment marks an important step in accelerating PelGar’s global expansion, ensuring we are better aligned with customer needs, more connected across territories, and positioned to deliver stronger support in every market we serve.”

Branc earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from the Lehigh University College of Business in France, and his master’s of business administration degree in international business/trade/commerca from Schiller University in Switzerland. He began his career in pest control in 2009 by founding the AB Bait Co., introducing PelGar products to the Americas while based in Bethleham, Pa. He joined PelGar in 2016.

About PelGar

Based in the United Kingdom, PelGar provides products and expertise in more than 60 countries worldwide, including the United States. The company supports customers who are directly involved in controlling nuisance pests, national campaigns against the vectors of disease, and local and national Conservation in Partnership (CiP) projects. PelGar’s global network of experienced staff and in-country resources guarantee an exceptional level of service.

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PelGar: Monark Soft Bait

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Spring is in the air, and through the breeding season rodents will need higher-calorie foods to sustain their activity. This often causes a drop in bait-take as they search for suitable food sources. Monark Soft Bait from PelGar is formulated using a blend of quality, culinary-grade wheat flour, chopped grain and soft lard to produce a highly palatable bait — ideal for breeding season. The active ingredient difenacoum has a low LD50 rate, making it a solid choice for use in and around homes where non-targets, including pets, are a concern.  Supplied in 16-pound pails, Monark Soft Bait sachets are easily skewered on to a bait station rod or spike for security.

About PelGar

Based in the United Kingdom, PelGar provides products and expertise in more than 60 countries worldwide, including the United States. The company supports customers who are directly involved in controlling nuisance pests, national campaigns against the vectors of disease, and local and national Conservation in Partnership (CiP) projects. PelGar’s global network of experienced staff and in-country resources guarantee an exceptional level of service.

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Prepare for workplace emergencies by being proactive

When thinking about being prepared for an emergency, we must consider all employees.

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In the field

Is the equipment your technicians use in good working condition? Do they wear nonslip footwear? Do you conduct regular checks on ladders? Expand your checklist to include eye and ear protection, gloves and bump caps.

What about portable eyewash devices for your vehicles? As techs make their way around a structure while treating, do they avoid slips, trips and falls? When they are trying to maximize stops, techs may end up working too fast, walking too fast, and walking when daylight is fading.

On the road

Who is checking your vehicles to make sure they are in good working condition? Who is checking the tires for both wear and correct pressure? What about vehicle maintenance, like oil changes?

You may be thinking your state requires you to have annual safety inspections, but things change fast, and pest management professionals (PMPs) drive more miles than the average person. I strongly recommend having a personal relationship with your mechanic and making sure they conduct a full safety inspection whenever a vehicle is in for an oil change or repairs.

If you are spread out and not all vehicles are serviced at the same shop, ensure that each shop sends an inspection report to you. Inspection reports should include tire wear, brakes, lights and overall vehicle tidiness.

When you conduct a vehicle inspection, do you require company vehicles to be clean inside and out? In addition to being a moving billboard, your vehicles can become mobile garbage cans, with debris rolling around that can either distract the driver or interfere with their feet while driving.

What about when the weather forces us to close the office and call everyone off the road? Do you have a phone tree so that if a weather event happens quickly, no one is caught on the road when you don’t want them to be?

In the office

Do you have a kitchen in your office and allow employees to use it to prepare their lunches? Is a stove available for cooking? Do you have fire extinguishers or, better yet, fire blankets nearby? Do you keep fire extinguishers where trucks might be indoors or where smoking is allowed? These are just starting points. You need to make sure those fire extinguishers are in working order as well.

What about keeping all your employees safe from intruders? Is there an area where visitors wait and are supervised? Do you have cameras in your buildings to monitor activity?

Who in the building is responsible for greeting guests? Does that person have an easy way to communicate with others in the event the “guest” is not a welcome one? Are there stairs in your building? Is there a handrail at every one?

The list of how to prevent emergencies goes on and on. You need to think through every area, every scenario, every interaction and try to make sure you don’t get surprised. Don’t assume safety protocols are only for the big guys, either; they are for all of us. When we take on a new employee, we are also taking on the responsibility for doing all we can to keep them healthy and safe at work.

Now, go knock ’em dead! (The pests, that is!)

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Whitmore Pest takes first in Colorado workplace culture program

Denver, Colo-based Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control, Inc. (Whitmore Pest), a family-owned provider of pest and wildlife control services, has been awarded first place in the Colorado Chamber’s 2026 Companies That Rock the Rockies program, recognizing employers that are setting the standard for workplace culture across the state.

Marvin Christner, director of training and development, alongside Sylvia Christner, director of employee relations, Whitmore Pest Control

The award is based on a comprehensive evaluation of company practices as well as anonymous employee feedback, highlighting organizations where team members feel supported, valued, and engaged.

The Colorado Chamber of Commerce administers the Companies That Rock the Rockies program in partnership with the Colorado SHRM State Council and includes a two-part assessment process conducted by the Workforce Research Group that evaluates both employer policies and employee feedback.

“This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the experience of our team,” said Richard Christner, president and CEO of Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control, in a news release. “We’ve been intentional about building a company that takes care of its people and holds a high standard in how we serve our customers. This is a direct reflection of what our team has built together.”

Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control has served the Denver area since 2011, providing year-round pest protection programs, nuisance wildlife removal, and whole-home exclusion and restoration services. The company has built a reputation for combining technical expertise with a strong commitment to customer care and employee development.

About Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control

Founded in 2009, Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control has built its reputation on outstanding customer service, holding an exceptional 4.9-star rating from homeowners and businesses across the Denver area. The company provides year-round pest protection programs, nuisance wildlife removal, whole-home exclusion and restoration services to help customers protect and restore their most important investments.

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Blasingame Pest Management names new president

Blasingame Pest Management announced that Dylan Blasingame has been promoted to President.

Dylan Blasingame

Dylan grew up in the business, first learning how to properly apply materials and operate equipment at 16 and working his way through every role the company has to offer. After graduating from Jacksonville State University with a marketing degree in 2019, he joined the team full-time and hasn’t looked back. Taking the lead on the company’s marketing efforts, Dylan has been a driving force behind record-setting sales and the continued growth of Blasingame Pest Management across the region.

Beyond the business, Dylan has demonstrated a strong commitment to the communities the company serves, currently sitting on the boards of directors for both the Griffin-Spalding Chamber of Commerce and the Pike County Chamber of Commerce.

In his new role, Dylan will lead operations and client services while continuing to work hands-on with both residential and commercial accounts across the state of Georgia.

“This promotion has been a long time coming,” said Billy Blasingame, owner and CEO, in a news release. “Dylan didn’t just grow up watching this business — he built it alongside us. Our customers know him, trust him and he delivers for them every time.”

“My grandfather built something special. My dad built on it. Now it’s my turn,” Dylan Blasingame added. “The name on the door means something — and I plan to make sure it keeps meaning that.”

About Blasingame Pest Management

Blasingame Pest Management is a third-generation, family-owned pest control company based in Griffin, Ga., serving residential and commercial clients throughout the state of Georgia. Founded on over 70 years of family expertise in entomology and pest management, the company offers termite, pest, rodent, mosquito and commercial services. The late Bill Blasingame Sr., who served as a Technical Advisor to the company, is also a PMP Hall of Famer (Class of 2011).

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