Kristen Hampshire
Recent Articles
Tender Turtle Care
Brad Drawdy, president of Apex of Edisto Pest Management, has helped the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Marine Sea Turtle Division come up with a better plan to protect nesting sea turtles from fire ants on the South Carolina coast.
Deploying Aid, Restoring Hope
Inzecto has donated 100,000 traps to Florida counties to help reduce exorbitant mosquito populations in the wake of Hurricane Ian.
Inside the Trap: How Inzecto Invited Collaboration
A multifaceted partnership inviting private and public sectors to the table resulted in an innovative launch for stomping out mosquitoes.
What COVID-19 Taught Us
We’ve all been hurt in different ways by COVID-19. But there is a silver lining. Many of the business practices PCOs have adopted during the past two years will shape the industry for the better in the coming years.
Let It Go
Maybe your eye for detail is viewed by employees like micromanaging. Or maybe you’re hovering because there’s a people or process problem. Whatever the issue, people appreciate breathing room. Here’s how to create a culture where people are empowered to solve problems.
How Low Will They Go?
PMPs deal with cost-cutting competitors by adopting smart pricing strategies and a strong value proposition.
We’re Still A Fan!
According to a national survey, pest control is the 11th worst occupation. But PCT isn’t buying it. Pest management firms are educating the public about the benefits of working in this industry.
The Middle-Class Squeeze
“Living the dream” costs more than it used to. What it means to be middle class in America has evolved — and all service businesses are competing for a spot in the household budget. Here’s what Top 100 firms are doing to shore up these accounts.
Making Sense of ERM
New technology provides PMPs the ability to focus on surveillance and problem-solving, while customers embrace better results and improved compliance.
Driver’s Ed
Keep your fleet in tip-top shape with maintenance tips and technology updates.