Kurt Vandock Named VP of Strategic Growth for Mosquito Squad

COLUMBIA, Md. –  Mosquito Squad has named global specialty agriculture leader Kurt Vandock as its vice president of strategic growth.

With this new position, Vandock will be responsible for refining marketing strategies, increasing service offerings and further developing the general pest control model for the brand.

“Kurt is an innovator and recognized as an expert in the industry after working in public health, pest management, and scientist roles for over two decades. He is also passionate about developing sustainable solutions and building successful teams,” said Mosquito Squad President Jef Flournoy. “We look forward to the impact his leadership and expertise will bring to Mosquito Squad’s rapidly growing network of territories across the country.” 

Prior to joining Mosquito Squad, Vandock worked with Bayer CropScience for nearly 10 years, most recently as head of public health.

He also served as a captain in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corp. for nearly 11 years as an entomologist, which included a year of deployment during Operation Enduring Freedom.  

Vandock holds a doctorate in biological sciences from Bowling Green State University with a concentration in cell biology, entomology/parasitology and public health.

He has authored more than 50 manuscripts, numerous articles, abstracts and presentations. Founded on sustainable development principles, Vandock has launched many innovations in the environmental health space with multiple granted patents. 

“Mosquito Squad outpaces the competition with its culture of innovation and targeted approach to meeting the individualized public health needs of each community it serves,” said Vandock. “As someone who has spent his life’s work in public health, I was drawn to the brand’s focus on sustainable services and the opportunity to help grow this thriving business model available to like-minded entrepreneurs.”