Program Highlights
Tuesday, October 22
PestWorld Opening Ceremony Featuring Chris Collins The John Denver Tribute Band
Sponsored by envu
PestWorld 2024 kicks off with a Colorado tribute! Sit back and relax while the John Denver Tribute Band performs some of his most famous hits!
Wednesday, October 23
Opening General Session Featuring Kelly McDonald,
Multicultural Marketing & Business Trends Expert
How to Work & Lead People Not Like You
Sponsored by Corteva
In this session, Kelly McDonald explores strategies for navigating friction and differences in working styles, communication, and cultural backgrounds when collaborating with diverse colleagues, and offers insights into leading diverse teams, highlighting the challenges of motivating individuals with different values and perspectives. You’ll walk away with practical techniques for effectively interacting with diverse colleagues and addressing obstacles to organizational success.
CEO Forum Featuring Gustavo Grodnitzky, PhD
Sponsored by BASF
Geared to owners and upper-level managers.
Join Dr. Gustavo to work on your business with this experimental presentation and workshop on how to improve your company culture. By the end of this session, you'll walk away with inspiration and actionable steps needed to develop a team of goal-oriented, performance-driven collaborative employees.
Thursday, October 24
Industry Awards & General Session Featuring
NFL Pro Bowler Justin Forsett
The Hustle & Huddle: Leading Teams Through Change, Adversity & Opportunity
Sponsored by Syngenta
Known for his speed and agility on the field, Justin is now a respected leader and businessman off the field. As an award-winning motivational speaker, he shares his stories of sacrifice, setbacks, and success. In this session, Justin will discuss his journey from how an NFL Pro Bowl player went from inventing a product in a locker room to serving people in the community, and how a simple body wipe became a brand on a mission.
In the Mix Reception
Presented by Communities + Diversity Council, LNC, PestVets, & PWIPM
Sponsored by Corteva, FieldRoutes, FMC, & Target Specialty Products
Join us for a beer garden experience at the brand-new Mountain View Pavilion at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention, offering picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. Enjoy a pint while you learn about NPMA’s committees and interest groups and how to be more involved in the industry.
Friday, October 25
PestWorld Day of Service Featuring PestWorld Gives Back, PWIPM Fun Run/5K, & PestVets Day of Service
Presented by Communities + Diversity Council, LNC, PestVets, & PWIPM
Sponsored by Sponsored by Corteva, FieldRoutes, FMC, & Target Specialty Products
The pest management industry has always been committed to giving back to the communities they serve. We are excited to continue our Day of Service event, offering attendees several ways to support those in need.4
PestFest - PestWorld Closing Party
Sponsored by MGK
Party PestFest style with local bands, fun activities, and say farewell to your colleagues and friends as we say goodbye to PestWorld 2024.
