Orkin Announces Promotions of Frank Meek and Ron Harrison

Ron Harrison

ATLANTA, Ga. – Orkin Pest Control has announced that Dr. Ron Harrison has joined the Orkin Technical Services Department as the corporate technical director. In his new capacity, Harrison will work on pest control-related technical issues and solutions, provide technical expertise for marketing initiatives and training programs and help improve customer retention and earn customer loyalty.

Harrison is an 11-year Orkin veteran and most recently held the position of director of training at the Orkin Training Center. Harrison holds an undergraduate degree in agronomy from Utah State. He has a master’s degree from the University of Georgia in botany, and a Ph.D. in entomology.

Harrison will be taking over for Frank Meek, who will be

Frank Meek

moving to the new Orkin International Technical and Training Director position. Meek has been with Orkin for more than 20 years in both technical and operational capacities. In his new role, Meek will be focused on providing technical support and training in both sales and service to Orkin’s International Franchises, helping them grow and develop in their specific markets.

Tom Luczynski, Orkin’s Vice President of Technical Services and International Development and Franchising states, “We are fortunate to have these Orkin experienced, industry experts on our team to help train and support our branches and franchises and help elevate the technical knowledge and know-how throughout all Company operations.”