Joel Nolasco

Joel Nolasco’s introduction to the industry occurred 16 years ago while in college and working for Terminix. After moving up the ranks at Terminix, he had the opportunity to work for a smaller pest control company in NYC that allowed him to divert from corporate policies and work with various groups on a more personal level. He then joined a childhood friend to start NuBorn Pest Control. Joel also served as a board member of the inaugural New York Pest Management Association board and worked his way up to serve as president. Currently, Joel serves as the NYPMA past President, current council member in NPMA LNC, and current Chair of the NPMA Diversity Committee.

Billy Oleson

Billy Olesen, CEO PestStop Pest Control, began his journey in the pest management industry in 2002. At the time he was working for his father and representing the family's fourth generation in the industry. In his two decades of experience, he has gained a passion for continuing to grow his understanding. Through his dedication to learn, he was able to become an Associate Certified Entomologist in 2014. In 2022, he was recognized as the winner of the Associate Certified  Entomologist Professional from the Entomological Society of America (ESA). Olesen remains an active member in his community through his service as Chairperson on the Kitsap County Noxious Weed Control Board. In 2019, he was elected to the Washington State Pest Management (WSPMA) Board. He currently serves as WSPMA President and Vice SPAR and continues to advocate and educate the members of the Association through his leadership. In addition to the above accomplishments, Olesen is dedicated to addressing pollinator health and serves on the Washington State Pollinator Health Task Force. On a national level, Olesen was a member of the inaugural class of NPMA's Executive Leadership Program (ELP). This program helped prepare Billy for his positions on NPMA's Diversity Task Force and countless other NPMA committees. The support and challenge from those surrounding him has influenced and shaped him into the person he is today. Looking forward, he hopes to continue to inspire others through his leadership and actions.

Emilio Polce

Emilio Polce is the President and owner of EcoChoice Termite and Pest Control operating out of Bolton, Connecticut. Polce began his pest management career in 2001 when he was accepted into the branch manager training program at Terminix. In 2004, he went on to serve as Legislative Chair on the Connecticut Pest Control Association (CTPCA) Board of Directors. In 2010, Polce made the leap and ventured out as an entrepreneur, opening up EcoChoice Termite and Pest Control. After several years of building his company, Polce served as Vice President and subsequently a two-term Presidency from 2015-2018 for the CTPCA Board. His passion and commitment to serving the industry expanded to the national level in 2017 where he was accepted into the National Pest Management Association’s (NPMA) inaugural Executive Leadership Program (ELP). After graduating the ELP program in 2019, Polce then joined the NPMA Board of Directors serving as the Associate Director. He was recently re-elected to serve in this role for the 2022-2023 term.  In addition to his state and national board involvement, Emilio is actively involved as the Vice Chair of the NPMA Marketing to Membership Committee. He is passionate about serving those within the industry and giving back to those who have helped him along his own entrepreneurial journey. He credits much of his success to those he has surrounded himself with at both the state and national level and hopes to do the same for those coming up behind him. At home, Polce is proud to be married for 20 years, has 5 beautiful children, and is actively involved in coaching youth baseball. 

Janet Preece

Janet Preece is the Co-Founder and President of ZipZap Termite & Pest Control.  ZipZap Termite & Pest Control is a family owned business located in Lawson, Missouri.  She is active in the industry and has served on numerous boards and committees at the local, state, and national levels.  She graduated from Park University with a BA in Finance and Management in Parkville, MO. Janet’s mother, a first-generation immigrant, taught her that with hard work and compassion, anyone can thrive.    She has worked in management in the banking and utility industries prior to entering the pest control industry with her husband, a second-generation PCO. Janet believes she is fortunate to work in a family business and industry that she believes has a positive impact in the community.  Her husband and children work in the business.  She spends her free time with her family, traveling, and gardening.

Julie Tesh Clark

Julie Tesh-Clark is the Director of Marketing and Communication for Pest Management Systems, Inc. (PMi). PMi is a family-owned and operated company, founded in 1984 by Julie’s parents, Billy, and Laurie Tesh. The corporate headquarters are in Greensboro, North Carolina. She got her degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she was also a NCAA Cheerleader. Prior to her formal education, she learned the family business at a young age and started working there in high school. Her experience isn’t just in Pest Control. Some of her other accomplishments include, owning her own boutique by age 25, working in the White House for the Executive Office of the President, and becoming Miss North Carolina in 2009. She is dedicated to making a difference and has started an initiative at the company called PMi Cares.  She is heavily involved with the community and the company supports the missions of many nonprofit organizations that she is also affiliated with on a personal level, she was even awarded the Spirit of Philanthropy award for the NC Chapter in 2021. She is on the Quality Pro Board of Directors, PPMA Marketing Council, and several committees, including marketing to membership and recruitment and retention with the National Pest Management Association and has a passion for this industry. Pest Control runs in her family, she met her husband through NPMA. She is married to Jeremy Clark of Dugas Pest Control. They live in Louisiana with their two fur babies, Ford Ruffin and Elouise!