The NPMA presents the PestWorld 2008 Convention and Exhibition, October 22-25 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in the Greater Washington D.C. Metro area.
Michael Israel has ventured beyond the traditional and accepted styles and “norms” of art. There may not be a specific definition for Michael Israel’s work. Is it a performance? Is he a painter in the artistic sense? Is it a concert…a social commentary… or an experience? It is all of those things and more. Michael Israel is an anomaly.
As NPMA celebrates the 75th anniversary of PestWorld, we have a very special Opening Ceremony. Michael Israel will take your breath away with his performance as he spins his canvas round and round, and back and forth, with double-fisted paint brushes stroking perfect unison to heart-pounding music.
Opening General Session with Cal Ripken Jr.
Thursday, October 23
8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Sponsored by Dow AgroSciences
Cal Ripken is baseball’s all-time “Iron Man.” His name has become synonymous with strength, character, endurance, and integrity. His philosophy of working hard, playing with passion and enjoying the game has made a tremendous impact on the sport, and on fans everywhere.
He retired from baseball in October 2001 after 21 seasons with the Baltimore Orioles. His name appears in the record books repeatedly, most notably as one of only eight players in history to achieve 200 home runs and 3,000 hits. In 1995, Ripken broke Lou Gehrig’s record for consecutive games played, and he voluntarily ended his streak in 1998 after playing 2,632 consecutive games. In 2007, Ripken broke another record, by being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with the biggest percentages of votes in history.
General Session with Bob Beckel, Political Consultant and Analyst, and John Kasich, former Congressman and Author
Friday, October 24
8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Sponsored by FMC Professional Solutions
With PestWorld being held in Washington, D.C. less than two weeks before the historic 2008 U.S. presidential election, it is fitting to host a friendly political debate featuring Bob Beckel, a political consultant and analyst, and John Kasich, former Congressman (R-OH), author and commentator.
Combining political savvy, campaign experience, and a sharp wit, Bob Beckel is one of Washington’s leading political analysts. He has a veteran’s perspective from his years in the White House, on Capitol Hill, and leading dozens of political campaigns. He is the regular Democratic political analyst for Fox News Channel’s “Hannity & Colmes” as well as for numerous other shows.
As a former nine-term congressman, New York Times best-selling author, popular Fox News commentator, and frequent guest host for the “O’Reilly Factor,” John Kasich calls it like he sees it. He knows that more government isn’t the answer to what ails America, and he believes in the power of individual actions to bring about historic change in our country.
PestWorld's 75th Anniversary Celebration at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, featuring the O. Orkin Insect Zoo
Friday, October 24
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Sponsored by BASF
To celebrate PestWorld's 75th Anniversary in style, all attendees are invited to the O. Orkin Insect Zoo at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. The O. Orkin Insect Zoo is a special exhibit hall on the where visitors can observe live insects and their many-legged relatives. Volunteers conduct tarantula feeding demonstrations, work with live insects that visitors may touch and hold, and answer questions about the many-legged creatures that live in the Insect Zoo.
"Puttin' on the Glitz" Final Night Banquet
Saturday, October 25
7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Nisus Corporation
“Puttin’ on the Glitz” with Doc Scantlin and His Imperial Palms Orchestra. In honor of the 75th Anniversary celebration of the National Pest Management Association and the PestWorld convention, step back in time to the 1930’s for a memorable evening of “Puttin’ on the Glitz,” a black tie optional dinner and dance.
Entertainment for the special event will feature the award-winning big band, Doc Scantlin & His Imperial Palms Orchestra. Labeled as the “best band in town” by the Washington Post, Doc’s 17-person ensemble offers musical entertainment from the 1920’s to the 1940’s – costumes and all. Swing the night away at this amazing event as PestWorld 2008 and our75th Anniversary celebrations come to a close.
