Directors

Jonathan Boyar, ACE, Ecologic Entomology
Daniel Brady, Anchor Pest Services
Kevin Flynn, ACE, PCQI, Catseye Pest Control
David Lock, Modern Pest Services
Jim O’Neil, Rentokil Terminix
Will Weaver, ACE, MD Weaver Corporation

Committees

Education Committee

The Education Committee develops the course criteria for all of the educational programs that NEPMA hosts. This committee will develop a syllabus and select speakers for each training session and ensure event promotion, registration, state credit approvals, and other meeting logistics are in place.

Chair: Michael Bourdeau, ACE, Flynn Pest Control, MA
Vice Chair: Tyler Hawkins, Fox Pest Control, MA

Members:

• Jim O’Neil, Rentokil Terminix, MA
• Molly Moran, BCE, Forshaw
• Kevin R. Moran, BCE, Forshaw
• Will Weaver, ACE, MD Weaver Corporation
• Justin Marchant, ACE, Pest-End, NH
• Kevin Flynn, ACE, PCQI, Catseye Pest, MA

Community Engagement Committee

The Community Engagement Committee manages and monitors NEPMA our digital communications. We organize fundraising events such as our annual bocce ball tournament. And we help promote and manage our annual Scholarship.

NEPMA has the following communication platforms:

• https://www.nepma.org/
• https://www.facebook.com/NEPest
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/nepma/
• Monthly Controlling Interest e-newsletter

Chair: Leigh Fryxell, Anticimex, MA
Vice Chair: Hope  Bowman, BCE, Waltham Services, MA

Members:

• Courtney Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH
• Kelley Altland, BASF
• Molly Moran, BCE, Forshaw
• Nathan Jewett, ACE, Big Blue Bug

Public Policy Committee

The Public Policy Committee monitors local, state, and regional governmental items relating to the pest management industry. They are the liaison between NEPMA, the state, and our lobbyists. The committee is the voice of the association with regards to developing feedback, supporting or arguing against proposed legislative bills and will use supportive assets to meet our goals including the National Pest Management Association (NPMA).

Chair: Adam Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH  (Vice SPAR for all NEPMA State)

Members:

• Barrett Ison, CIT, SiteOne Landscape Supply
• Kevin Goldman, Big Blue Bug Solutions (RI Vice SPAR)
• Nathan Jewett, ACE, Big Blue Bug Solutions (RI Vice SPAR)
• Tyler Hawkins, Fox Pest Control (MA Vice SPAR)
• Molly Moran, BCE, Forshaw (MA)
• Mike Peaslee, ACE, Modern Pest Services (ME Vice SPAR)
• Daniel Brady, Anchor Pest Services (NH Vice SPAR)
• David Flynn, Burgess Pest, MA
• Mike Cash, ACE, Big Blue Bug Solutions (ME Vice SPAR)
• Jim O’Neil, Rentokil Terminix, MA
• Kelsey Breen, ACE, Pest-End, NH
• Kevin Flynn,ACE, PCQI, Catseye Pest, MA

Nominating Committee

The nominating committee has duties in both filling Board position and granting Awards. For the Board, the committee will review the Bylaws annually, ensure all upcoming board positions have adequate candidates to hold an election, and advise on the election procedures. For the Awards, the Nominating Committee reviews the annual process for nominations and selections to choose a worthy candidate for association awards that occur throughout the year. These awards include but are not limited to:

• Bart Eldredge Award
• Professional of the Year
• Vendor of the Year

Chair: Bob Leon, ACE, Ecologic Entomology, MA
Vice Chair: Hope Bowman, BCE, Waltham Services, MA

Members:

• Jonathan Boyar, ACE, Ecologic Entomology, MA

Membership and Sponsorship Committee

The Membership and Sponsorship Committee acts as a liaison to the vendors who support our association through Allied membership, Gold & Silver Sponsorship, advertising, participating in events, and exhibiting at meetings. The committee ensures that the needs of the vendors and members are met with respect to the needs of the association. A primary function of the committee is to reach out to all new member companies with a welcome aboard greeting and benefits communication. 

Chair: Kelley Altland, BASF
Vice Chair: Will Weaver, ACE, MD Weaver, ME

Members:

• Molly Moran, BCE, Forshaw
• Adam Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH
• Courtney Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH

New England Professional Women in Pest Management Committee

The PWIPM Committee attracts, develops and supports women in the pest management industry through educational programs, resources and peer networking.
Follow New England PWIPM on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube
Donate to PWIPM’s efforts

Chair: Kelley Altland, BASF
Vice Chair: Courtney Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH

Members:

• Hope Bowman, BCE, Waltham Services, MA
• Leigh Fryxell, Anticimex
• Molly Moran, BCE, Forshaw, MA
• Marillian Missitti, Buono Pest Control, MA

New England PestVets Unit Committee

New England PestVets is dedicated to ensuring Pest Management is an industry of choice for veterans in our region. Through outreach, advocacy, and support of veterans’ groups and charities, we strive to encourage veterans to pursue rewarding careers in our industry while promoting the tremendous benefits of hiring veterans to our members.

Chair: Kelley Altland, BASF
Vice Chair: Courtney Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH

FB: https://www.facebook.com/NEPest

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nepma/ 

Members:

• Tom Drapeau, ACE, Freedom Pest Control, MA
• Kevin P. Moran, Forshaw
• Luke Murphy, SiteOne Landscape Supply
• Greg Vandeveer, Rentokil Terminix, RI

Bylaws & Ethics Committee

The Bylaws and Ethics Committee will hear complaints from members regarding ethics as it applies to other member companies. The committee will also ensure that NEPMA follows its Articles, Bylaws, and established Policies & Procedures.

Chair: Kevin Goldman, Big Blue Bug Solutions, RI
Vice Chair: Jonathan Boyar, ACE, Ecologic Entomology, MA

Member:

• Justin Marchant, ACE, Pest-End, NH
• Kevin Flynn, ACE, PCQI, Catseye Pest, MA

Financial Review Committee

The Financial Review Committee provides examination of the income and expenses that are reported to the Board of Directors from our Management company.  A review consists of an in-depth review of a month of the Association’s finances and any other items as-needed. Once a year the committee reviews the association policies and procedures related to finance. This committee is not responsible for a comprehensive financial audit. 

Chair: Hope Bowman, BCE, Waltham Services, MA
Vice Chair: Courtney Carace, ACE, Pest-End, NH (NEPMA Treasurer)

Members (President, Treasurer, and at least 2 other Board members):

• David Flynn, Burgess Pest Management, MA (NEPMA President)
• Michael Bourdeau, ACE, Flynn Pest Control, MA

NEPMA continues to thrive because of these volunteer leaders. Elections happen each fall for the service year beginning January 1st. If you are interested in serving on the NEPMA Board or a committee, please e-mail admin@nepma.org.