NPMA Shares Programming for 2026 Eastern Conference & Wildlife Expo

FAIRFAX, Va. - The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) announced that the full program for the 2026 Eastern Conference and the Wildlife Expo.

Scheduled for Jan. 21–22, 2026, at Harrah’s Resort and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., the Eastern Conference offers pest management professionals two full days of education, networking and industry innovation.

Packed with technical training, management sessions and the latest research, this year’s program is designed to help attendees sharpen their skills and strengthen their businesses, including:

· House Mice in the Big City: Understanding Rodent Management in Urban Settings presented by Bobby Corrigan, PhD, RMC, Pest Management Consulting, Briarcliff Manor, NY, offering expert strategies for tackling rodent challenges in urban environments.

· School’s Out: IPM in Educational Facilities presented by Michael Thome, ACE, PHE, Rentokil Terminix, Wyomissing, PA, providing a practical look at pest management in schools with the potential to qualify for hard-to-get New Jersey recertification credits.

· Protecting Your People: Developing a Safety Program for Your Business presented by Craig Sansig, ACE, PHE, Viking Termite and Pest Control, Basking Ridge, NJ, delivering guidance on building safety programs that protect employees and strengthen businesses.

· Public Health Pests: Cockroaches and the Bacteria that Inhabit Them presented by Jose E. Pietri, PhD, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, highlighting new research on the health risks posed by cockroaches.

· Rodenticides and You: The Latest Updates presented by Megan Striegel, National Pest Management Association, Fairfax, Va., delivering essential updates on one of the most critical topics in pest management in the eastern states.

· The State of the Pest Management Industry presented by Dan Gordon, PCO Bookkeepers, Newton, NJ, providing a comprehensive overview of current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the pest management field.

The NPMA and National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) 2026 Wildlife Expo will take place Feb. 10–12, 2026, at the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.

The Wildlife Expo is the premier event for professionals involved in wildlife management and those looking to expand this service within their businesses. This year’s program offers an exceptional lineup of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and access to the latest products and technologies that are shaping the future of the industry.

Whether you are looking to sharpen your technical expertise, explore new business opportunities, or connect with leaders in the pest and wildlife management community, the Wildlife Expo delivers a comprehensive and engaging experience.

Program Highlights Include:

· Keynote Session: Federal Agencies & Wildlife Control Sponsored by Wildlife Control Supplies Speaker: Jay Tischendorf, DMV, American Ecological Research Center, Great Falls, MT

· The Mindset and Habits of Successful Wildlife Entrepreneurs Speaker: Daine Patton, Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention, Lincoln, NE

· Repair Techniques to Separate Yourself From the Crowd Speaker: Jon Cischke, Exclusion Masters Wildlife & Pest Control, Stroudsburg, PA

· Lasers and Other Innovative Bird Solutions Speaker: Jim Goins, National Wildlife Control Operators Association, Amelia, OH

· Building for the Future: Enhancing Service Industry Efficiency with AI Speaker: Sara O'Banion, Clark Schaefer Hackett, Cincinnati, OH

Early-bird registration for the Eastern Conference is open through Dec. 12. Visit the full program online to secure your spot. Register by Friday, Dec. 18, to lock in early-bird pricing for the Wildlife Expo and save before rates increase.