tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86615126851978687782024-03-18T20:47:42.609-07:00Certified EntomologistNews and information for current and future Associate Certified and Board Certified Entomologists (ACEs and BCEs) as certified by the Entomological Society of America. ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comBlogger154125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-16359717050123682392018-01-26T12:45:00.000-08:002018-01-26T12:45:45.474-08:00Guest Blog PostWe are linking to a blog post written by one of our ACEs about why they are an ACE. If you've written, or want to write something like this, reach out to us: ace@entsoc.org.<br />
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-55549783343617504932017-11-21T06:06:00.000-08:002017-11-21T06:06:10.450-08:00New ACE's and BCE's- November 2017<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, tahoma, helvetica, freesans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Thanksgiving? Already? 2017 is flying by, and coming to a close. We've got some new ACEs and BCEs to welcome. Please help us in congratulating these folks who have earned their certification since Mid-August</span><br />
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mr. Datzel E.
Martinez, ACE, (), Moreno Valley, CA USA.
Certified on 8/21/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mr. Paul Thomas
Lavallee, ACE, (Modern Pest Services), Brunswick, ME USA. Certified on 8/28/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mr. Curtis Lee
Fischer, ACE, (Schendel Pest Services), Newton, KS USA. Certified on 9/1/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Kyle Lee
Phillips, ACE, (), San Francisco, CA USA.
Certified on 9/20/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mr. Forrest
Logan Leigh Baldwin, ACE, (Crane Pest Control), San Francisco, CA USA. Certified on 9/20/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Franklin Miller, ACE, (Ecolab), Palm Coast, FL USA. Certified on 9/22/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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LaCross, ACE, (), Agawam, MA USA.
Certified on 9/26/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Wesley Burger, ACE, (Ehrlich Pest Control), Le Roy, NY USA. Certified on 9/27/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Andrew Fyfe, ACE, (Cowleys Termite & Pest control), Neptune City, NJ
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Channon, ACE, (McCloud Services), Northbrook, IL USA. Certified on 10/16/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Blauvelt, ACE, (Activ Pest Solutions), Lewes, DE USA. Certified on 10/25/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Earl Smith, ACE, (Palmetto Exterminators, Inc.), Columbia, SC USA. Certified on 10/25/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tombyll, ACE, (Interpest Inc.), Cumming, GA USA. Certified on 10/27/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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William Derington, BCE, (Grounds Medic Services), Tulsa, OK USA. Certified on 8/14/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ting, BCE, (IKARI Services PTE Ltd.), Singapore. Certified on 9/30/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Wright, BCE, (Cook's Pest Control), Decatur, AL USA. Certified on 10/9/2017<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-50039241680630421172017-09-07T11:32:00.000-07:002017-09-07T11:32:20.543-07:002017 ESA Certification Awards Winners<span style="background-color: white; color: #868686; font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">The ESA Certification Corporation is pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 awards:</span><br />
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<li style="list-style: disc outside !important; margin: 3px 0px 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 5px !important; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Distinguished Service Award: Rebecca Baldwin, PhD, BCE (left)</li>
<li style="list-style: disc outside !important; margin: 3px 0px 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 5px !important; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">ACE Professional Award: Alan Feuer, ACE (right, lower)</li>
<li style="list-style: disc outside !important; margin: 3px 0px 0px !important; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 5px !important; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Student Certification Award: Lina Bernaola (right, upper)</li>
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<b>Dr. Rebecca Baldwin</b> is an associate
professor and is the undergraduate coordinator for the University of Florida
(UF) Entomology and Nematology Department. She became interested in entomology
as a child through the 4-H club in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and shares her
love of entomology and education by directing the UF Entomology Education and
Outreach Program (The Bug Club), by mentoring and advising students, by
volunteering for the Entomological Foundation, and by teaching general
education and introductory entomology courses to undergraduates. Her research
program focuses on entomology education and integrated pest management tools
for crawling insect control. Outside of the classroom, Rebecca provides CEU and
recertification training for educators, pest control operators, and mosquito
managers, as well as for pest management associations. Rebecca is a
Board-Certified Entomologist, serves on the ESA Education and Outreach Committee,
and is on the Board of Directors for the Entomological Foundation. Rebecca
regularly provides workshops for pest managers who aspire to become Associate
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Rebecca holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida, where
her research focused on people’s perceptions of pest management and integrated
pest management of cockroaches using fatty acid salts. She received her B.A.
and M.S. degrees in biology from the University of Louisiana Monroe. She lives
in North Central Florida, where she and her husband Richard are active members
of Westside Baptist Church.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Alan Feuer, ACE</b>, is currently the technical
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Alan began his career in pest management in 1989 following a
tour in the U.S. Marine Corps. Alan’s current duties include training and
development for technical/sales/customer service support personnel for PPC as
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Committee chairman, and is a certified instructor for the New Mexico Real
Estate Commission (NMREC). He is also the current secretary/treasurer and
training coordinator for the New Mexico Pest Management Association (NMPMA) and
is the 2017-2018 chair of the Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Committee of the
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Outbound training is one of Alan’s passions, and he is
blessed to be able to spend about 20% of his time instructing or preparing
classes for GAAR, NMREC, NMPMA, or other local groups. His latest investment is
to partner with property managers and elder care providers in the realm of
better understanding how to best avoid or mitigate bed bugs in the homes of the
most financially/physically/resource-challenged members of our community.<o:p></o:p></div>
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wisdom, counsel, and encouragement, and also the industry instructors, vendors,
and manufacturers who invested in providing training and education to the pest
management industry in New Mexico.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><b> </b></span><b>Lina Bernaola </b>was born in Lima, Peru.
She received her B.S. in biological sciences and a minor in molecular biology
from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Peru. Her professional
experience, as well as her passion in the world of plants, began when she
joined the International Potato Center (CIP) in Lima to perform her
undergraduate thesis. Based on this experience, Lina joined Louisiana State
University (LSU) to pursue her M.S. in agronomy and crop sciences. Currently,
she is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Entomology at LSU under the
supervision of Dr. Michael Stout. Her research interests include plant-insect
and plant-pathogen interactions as well as host plant resistance. Her project
involves investigations of the mechanistic basis of plant resistance against
above-ground and below-ground organisms in rice. Primarily, she studies the
effects of mycorrhizal fungi, a symbiotic soil-borne organism, on rice
resistance to insect herbivores. The ultimate goal of Lina’s research is to
provide a better understanding of plant-insect-mycorrhizae interactions in rice
pests of Louisiana, which will help to develop more effective pest management
programs in rice. Lina has been actively involved in the Entomological Society
of America since 2013. She has presented her research at several national and
Southeastern Branch meetings. She also enjoys conducting educational outreach
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Dr. Eric P Benson, BCE, (Clemson University), Clemson, SC. Certified on July 14, 2017</li>
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Summer keeps chugging along, and we've got some new ACEs and BCEs to welcome. Please help us in congratulating these folks who have earned their certification since Mid-June.</div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 13.2px; text-indent: -24px;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 13.2px; text-indent: -24px;">Mr. Lorenzo Jackson Llamas, ACE, (Western Exterminators), Anaheim, CA USA. Certified on 6/20/2017</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 13.2px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 13.2px; text-indent: -0.25in;">Mr. Kenneth O. Howard, ACE, (Allgood Pest Solutions), Dublin, GA USA. Certified on 5/22/2017</span></li>
<li>Mr. Steven Matthew Swope, ACE, (Presto X), Springfield, MO USA. Certified on 5/21/2017</li>
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<li>Dr. Jamel Sandidge, BCE, (Rockwell Labs LTD), Mc
Louth, KS USA. Certified on 6/27/2017</li>
<li>Mr. David Lawrence Bradt III, BCE, (Oklahoma
State University), Stillwater, OK USA. Certified on 6/18/2017</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-91495172850184725122017-06-19T10:17:00.001-07:002017-06-19T10:17:27.883-07:00Newest ACEs and BCEsWhoa ... where did the Spring go? We're playing a little catch up here at ESA. Just because we fell behind, doesn't mean that we're any less proud of our newest ACEs and BCEs. Please help us in congratulating these folks who have earned their certification since mid-February.<br />
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<b><u>ACE:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Christopher James Quinn, ACE, (Target Specialty Products), Hampden, MA USA. Certified on 2/8/2017</li>
<li>Mr. James V. Hearity, ACE, (Residex LLC), Roselle, NJ USA. Certified on 2/10/2017</li>
<li>Ms. Teresa Renee Colella, ACE, (Eden Advanced Pest Tech / Rentokil), Olympia, WA USA. Certified on 2/20/2017</li>
<li>Mr. William J. Graham, ACE, (IFC Services of California), Orange, CA USA. Certified on 2/21/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Sean Koch, ACE, (Steritech), Douglasville, GA USA. Certified on 2/22/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Bob Andrews, ACE, (Central Michigan Pest and Wildlife Mgmt), Coleman, MI USA. Certified on 2/22/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Andrew Peterson, ACE, (North Shore Pest Control, Inc.), Bloomingdale, MI USA. Certified on 2/22/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Joshua David Reed, ACE, (Griffin Pest Solutions), Kalamazoo, MI USA. Certified on 2/22/2017</li>
<li>Mrs. Christina Lynn Buell, ACE, (Griffin Pest Solutions), Kalamazoo, MI USA. Certified on 2/22/2017</li>
<li>Mr. James Dennis Johnson, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators / Naders Pest Raiders), Ponte Vedra Beach, FL USA. Certified on 2/24/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Michael David Litsey, ACE, (Turner Pest Control), Jacksonville, FL USA. Certified on 2/27/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Damian Niquette, ACE, (not provided), Round Rock, TX USA. Certified on 2/28/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Timothy Ray Kendrick, ACE, (Waynes Environmental Services), Hoover, AL USA. Certified on 3/10/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Brandon Scott Ryon, ACE, (Abc Home and Commercial Services), Malakoff, TX USA. Certified on 3/15/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Paul Mazzenga, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Bensalem, PA USA. Certified on 3/22/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Michael G. Raymond, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), New Hyde Park, NY USA. Certified on 3/27/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Kent Leigh Buchanan, ACE, (not provided), Amarillo, TX USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Charles R. Barton II, ACE, (Home Paramount Pest Control Co.), Forest Hill, MD USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Michael Swanson, ACE, (Preventive Pest Control), Albuquerque, NM USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Joseph Raymond Hoerl, ACE, (Preventive Pest Control), Albuquerque, NM USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Kyle Parker, ACE, (Preventive Pest Control), Albuquerque, NM USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Leverett Ashley James Hadlow II, ACE, (Preventive Pest Control), Albuquerque, NM USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Sidney George Busby, ACE, (Burnum-Hahn Exterminators), Tuscaloosa, AL USA. Certified on 3/30/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Joseph Justin Hyland, ACE, (Modern Pest Services), Brunswick, ME USA. Certified on 4/19/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Wade Elwyn Wilson, ACE, (Turner Pest Control), Jacksonville, FL USA. Certified on 4/24/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Ronald Glen Coats, ACE, (Bill Clark Bugsperts Inc.), Beaumont, TX USA. Certified on 4/28/2017</li>
<li>Mr. William Blake Grimsley II, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators), Columbus, GA USA. Certified on 4/29/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Julio A Vazquez, ACE, (A-1 Exterminators), Lawrence, MA USA. Certified on 5/1/2017</li>
<li>Mrs. Robin Dale Fragosa, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Livermore, CA USA. Certified on 5/2/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Brad Allen Fischer, ACE, (Batzner Pest Control), New Berlin, WI USA. Certified on 5/2/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Joshua Wesson Edwards, ACE, (Eco-Turf), High Springs, FL USA. Certified on 5/4/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Philip Scott Smith, ACE, (Unemployed Certified Pest Control Operator), Mount Dora, FL USA. Certified on 5/4/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Vernon Kenneth Carl Holliman, ACE, (Terminix), Manassas, VA USA. Certified on 5/4/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Eric Sebring, ACE, (Western Exterminators), Phoenix, AZ USA. Certified on 5/4/2017</li>
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<b><u>ACE-International:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Shamus Breau, ACE-I, (Pacific Pest Solutions), Aldergrove, BC Canada. Certified on 3/16/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Kurtis Jon Brown, ACE-I, (Associated Victoria Pest Control, Ltd.), Victoria, BC Canada. Certified on 3/16/2017</li>
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<b><u>BCE:</u></b></div>
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<li>Dr. Kevin R Ulrich, BCE, (University of Maryland - College Park), Washington, DC USA. Certified on 2/23/2017</li>
<li>Ms. Sonal Nagla, BCE, (Rentokil Canada Pest Control Ltd), Mission, BC Canada. Certified on 4/12/2017</li>
<li>Ms. Laura M. Krueger Prelesnik, BCE, (Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District), Garden Grove, CA USA. Certified on 5/4/2017</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-50383335372967785722017-02-23T12:22:00.000-08:002017-02-23T13:04:53.737-08:00Get to Know Willet Hossfeld, New ESA Certification Programs Manager<div class="MsoNormal">
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mid-February, the Entomological Society of America welcomed its newest staff
member, Willet Hossfeld, certifications program manager. Willet will play a
lead role in the facilitation and growth of the ESA Board Certified
Entomologist and Associate Certified Entomologist programs, so he’s a person
that current and future BCEs and ACEs should get to know. Learn more about
Willet in the Q&A below.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Prior
to joining ESA, I was with the National Association of Home Builders, where I
worked on growing the federation’s membership, before which I was with the
Consumer Technology Association, where I oversaw the SmartHome and Vehicle
Technology divisions and worked on educational and promotional campaigns. I’ve
worked in the nonprofit and association sector for about four years now and
have grown to appreciate all the effort and resources that volunteers put back
into their industries. <o:p></o:p></div>
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While
at the Consumer Technology Association, I oversaw the Mobile Electronics
Certified Professionals (MECP) Program, and I have experience in overseeing maintenance-of-certification
programs with medical specialty societies. Through this work, I gained an
appreciation for the importance of certification: both to differentiate oneself
from the competition and peers, as well as demonstrate to clients a dedication
to providing the best service possible. I look forward to taking these previous
experiences and working to build on the success of both programs. I am very
excited about the potential for ACE’s and BCE’s growth. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I
grew up in a very much DIY house—the thought being that you could trust your
own work better than that of someone who wasn’t inherently invested in the job.
When my wife and I bought our house, though, there were a number of jobs that
needed to be addressed before we could move in that were well outside of the
scope of my capabilities. We wanted to ensure that things were done right.
Since I had worked with a voluntary certification program (MECP), I knew that
people who seek those certifications do so to gain a deeper knowledge of their
field and understand the root cause of an issue, rather than just the surface.
The contractors that we used for HVAC repair, mold remediation, and more all
had additional certifications in their field, something that I sought out. They
all took the time not just to tell me what was going to be fixed and how much
it would cost but also to explain what was causing the issue, how to prevent it
from reoccurring in the future, and why they chose the course of action that
they did. Giving me that extra information allowed me to investigate and
understand better. The extra step that these contractors provided gave me peace
of mind that they were indeed invested in providing the best service
possible. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>How will you begin to learn
about entomology, pest management, and related science?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I
got to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/entsoc/posts/1457746504249534">tour
the Smithsonian’s entomology collection</a> on my second day on the job, and I
learned <i>so</i> much from that. I have
also been reading back-issues of the various entomology journals and Googling
everything I can to learn more about insects and their role in our environment.
When it comes to pest management, I am trying to organize a ride along with one
our ACE certified PMPs to understand the day-to-day of the job. I think this
will be a great opportunity to get a strong understanding of how being an ACE
helps PMPs do their job better. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This
was probably the coolest ‘second day on the job’ activity I have ever gotten to
experience. The tour at the Smithsonian was amazing. Seeing all of the work
that goes into maintaining their collection of 35 million verified specimens
and getting to see some of them up-close definitely sparked an interest in me,
and I am eager to learn more about the field of entomology and learn more about
what our members do. <o:p></o:p></div>
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always have a hard time with these kinds of questions; I always feel a little
uncomfortable talking about myself. I’ve travelled extensively throughout South
America and am relatively fluent in Spanish, and I can speak a little bit of
Brazilian Portuguese. In 2007, I co-organized a nonprofit to educate people on
alternative fuel vehicles. A few friends and I converted a 1959 Mercedes Diesel
to run on waste vegetable oil and competed in La Carrera Pan Americana, a
vintage car race through Mexico. Our plan had been to collect waste oil from
local restaurants and hotels to fuel the car and compete (very slowly) in the
race. Unfortunately, our support truck broke down and we were not able to
finish. One day, we hope to return and complete the race, proving the viability
of waste oil as a fuel. When I’m not at work, I enjoy cooking, sailing, and
spending as much time outside as possible.<br />
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-26806803612718364702017-02-17T07:30:00.001-08:002017-02-17T07:30:14.685-08:00ACE and BCE certified since mid-January 2017Please help us congratulate the latest to earn their <a href="http://www.entocert.org/ace-certification" target="_blank">ACE</a>, <a href="http://www.entocert.org/ACEI_overview" target="_blank">ACE-International</a>, and <a href="http://www.entocert.org/bce-certification" target="_blank">BCE </a>certification. The programs continue to grow with great strength. These professionals can now wear the ACE, ACE-I, and BCE designations with pride. If you would like to join their ranks, find more information on the programs through the links above.<br />
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<b><u>New ACEs:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Bernard Albert Buttone, Jr, ACE, (Triangle Pest Control), Holly Springs, NC USA. Certified on 1/20/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Anthony R. Iverson, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Valley City, UT USA. Certified on 1/24/2017</li>
<li>Mr. James Eugene Chittick, Jr, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Valley City, UT USA. Certified on 1/24/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Bradley K. Scott, ACE, (Dayton's Pest Control), Knoxville, TN USA. Certified on 2/3/2017</li>
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<b><u>New ACE-Internationals:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Mwandacha Maganga, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control), Aldergrove, BC Canada. Certified on 1/24/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Julian Compton, ACE-I, (Cannon Services), Markham, ON Canada. Certified on 1/28/2017</li>
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<b><u>New BCEs:</u></b><br />
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<li>Dr. Vernard R. Lewis, BCE, (University of California - Berkeley), Berkeley, CA USA. Certified on 1/20/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Jesse T. Hoteling, BCE, (Rentokil NA), Scottsdale, AZ USA. Certified on 1/23/2017</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-87518773558865468492017-01-25T05:44:00.000-08:002017-01-25T05:44:09.654-08:00Estimating the size of the pest control workforce in the United StatesI've been frustrated over the years by the lack of hard numbers on estimates on the size of the US workforce for pest control. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there were 74,100 pest control workers in 2014 (<a href="https://www.bls.gov/ooh/building-and-grounds-cleaning/pest-control-workers.htm" target="_blank">link</a>). This seems low to me, based on some analysis of the <a href="http://magazine.pctonline.com/article/may-2016/top-100-list-may-2016.aspx" target="_blank">PCT Top 100</a> list.<br />
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The 2016 list (which recorded 2015 sales) showed total revenue of $6.3 billion for the top 100 North American firms. The list also includes numbers of employees. Nearly a quarter (24) of those on the list did not list employee counts. However, using annual revenue divided by employee counts, we find that the average employee = $111,273 in revenue. <i>NOTE: this does not mean that if you hire someone new you'll earn another $111,273</i>, I only use this as a means to estimate the number of employees for those firms that don't list it on the PCT list. For example, if a firm lists sales of $49,000,000 (Company 17 on the list) and we know that the average revenue per employee is $111,273, then we can estimate that Company 17 employs 440 people. This is imperfect, but serves as a useful tool nonetheless.<br />
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Using this formula, we see that in 2015 that there approximately 57,098 individuals employed by the top 100 firms, or about 77% of the total in the full marketplace, according to BLS. By <a href="https://www.exterminator.com/companies/" target="_blank">some estimates</a>, the U.S. business sector for pest control operations includes about 20,000 firms. So even if every other firm not on the PCT list was a single owner-operator (which we KNOW) is not true, then the BLS number is off by over 2,500 people.<br />
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I know we're basing this on some estimates, so it's possible that my analysis (below) could be flawed, but this should highlight that we need more data.<br />
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Is it time for a new and complete pest control marketplace survey?<br />
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<br />ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-38859087086364144112017-01-20T07:08:00.003-08:002017-01-20T07:11:10.116-08:00Year-end totals for 2016Here at ESA HQ we have closed out 2016 and finalized our record keeping. And though we reported on the "state of the certification programs" during the <a href="http://certifiedentomologist.blogspot.com/2017/01/2016-esacc-business-meeting.html" target="_blank">Business Meeting</a> a few weeks ago, I wanted to give everyone a sense of how we finished the year in terms of ACE and BCE certified individuals.<br />
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Let's review the BCE program first. I'm pleased to report that we had another solid year of growth - ending the year with 472 BCEs, a full 20 more than we had on the books at the end of 2015 (growth of 4%). Of those, 385 were full BCEs, 10 were Interns, 77 were Emeritus. BCE has grown annually since 2012. </div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtZfANRVbnJXfDYsfS9SsD-s3PS057hJKkWabIvhRak__rI1y8AtqqkPJtrZWfa4qD63soW8-Bl_ThBeuAlL7_WBzJKprX6g750h7YtaHkYSggt86V6ueyEVsrpSVBB6CpDMbGq8KMhNE/s1600/Capture.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtZfANRVbnJXfDYsfS9SsD-s3PS057hJKkWabIvhRak__rI1y8AtqqkPJtrZWfa4qD63soW8-Bl_ThBeuAlL7_WBzJKprX6g750h7YtaHkYSggt86V6ueyEVsrpSVBB6CpDMbGq8KMhNE/s320/Capture.JPG" width="320" /></a>ACE's growth was even stronger than last year. We recorded 118 more ACEs than we had when 2015 closed out, finishing the year at 1,018. That is a growth rate of 13%! On average, since the program was introduced in 2004, the program has grown every year at an average growth rate of 46% (full disclosure - some of those early years had huge percentage increases, but were less stellar in terms of overall numbers - 2004 had 14 ACEs and 2005 had 45 ACEs, a 165% jump). But, of note, ACE has grown every year.</div>
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Included in the numbers above for ACE are 14 ACE-International individuals. ACE-I was introduced in October 2014, but we did not have our first applicant pass until February 2015. We finished 2015 with a total of 5 ACE-I's and our 2016 total of 14 is thus 9 more than the year before, or a jump of about 180% (see what I mean about percentage increases!). </div>
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Also of interest, we had 10 people who hold both the ACE and BCE!</div>
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We hope that you continue to maintain your ACE and BCE. These certification programs help to build the professionalism of the industry and showcase our professionalism for the world. </div>
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Wear your ACE and BCE logos with pride! If you need a copy of the logo for your website, business cards, or email signature, please contact ace@entsoc.org or bce@entsoc.org.</div>
ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-78867099475494389322017-01-17T13:14:00.004-08:002017-01-17T13:14:35.446-08:00New ACEs and BCEs (through Jan 10, 2017)Happy New Year ... make yourself a resolution to get your ACE, ACE-International, or BCE this year, just like these folks did:<br />
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<b><u>New BCEs:</u></b><br />
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<li>Ms. Laura Ellen Hammon, BCE, (not provided), San Jose, CA USA. Certified on 12/13/2016</li>
<li>Dr. Michael T. Bentley, BCE, (National Pest Management Association), Fairfax, VA USA. Certified on 12/30/2016</li>
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<b><u>New ACE Internationals:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Sambasiva Rao Malyala, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control), Etobicoke, ON Canada. Certified on 11/30/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Steven R. Graff, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control), Etobicoke, ON Canada. Certified on 12/21/2016</li>
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<b><u>New ACEs:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Jay Charles Newell, ACE, (Copesan Services Inc), Menomonee Falls, WI USA. Certified on 11/22/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Adam Warrix, ACE, (Varment Gaurd), Columbus, OH USA. Certified on 11/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Daniel J Foard, ACE, (Pestmaster Services), Saint Augustine, FL USA. Certified on 11/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gregory Richard McMillon, ACE, (Batzner Pest Control), New Berlin, WI USA. Certified on 12/1/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Daniel Elton Stawicki, ACE, (Batzner Pest Control), New Berlin, WI USA. Certified on 12/1/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jason D. Ganas, ACE, (Batzner Pest Control), Waukesha, WI USA. Certified on 12/1/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Christian M. Blake, ACE, (Rentokil North America), Lebanon, TN USA. Certified on 12/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Ryan Scott Cocking, ACE, (Patton Termite and Pest), Wichita, KS USA. Certified on 12/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Timothy Alan Dahl, ACE, (Patton Termite and Pest), Wichita, KS USA. Certified on 12/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gabriel Aguillon, ACE, (Bob Jenkins Pest & Lawn Service), San Antonio, TX USA. Certified on 12/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Clinton T Hester, ACE, (Stark Exterminators), Birmingham, AL USA. Certified on 12/14/2016</li>
<li>Mr. James Steven Dvorak, ACE, (ABC Home and Commercial Services), Lewisville, TX USA. Certified on 12/23/2016</li>
<li>Ms. Shelby Guilfoyle, ACE, (Advanced Services), Augusta, GA USA. Certified on 1/10/2017</li>
<li>Mr. Kevin Hudson, ACE, (Advanced Services Inc.), Augusta, GA USA. Certified on 1/10/2017</li>
<li>Ms. Dena B. Thomas, ACE, (Advanced Services, Inc.), Augusta, GA USA. Certified on 1/10/2017</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-3084258899844086532017-01-03T13:02:00.000-08:002017-01-03T13:02:16.220-08:002016 ESACC Business MeetingOn Wednesday the 21st of December, the ESA Certification Corporation hosted its second-annual virtual business meeting. As we posted on this blog last year for the <a href="http://certifiedentomologist.blogspot.com/2015/12/esacc-business-meeting.html" target="_blank">2015 Business Meeting</a>, the annual meeting switched from a live meeting held in conjunction with the ESA Annual Meeting to this format in an effort to boost its reach, attendance, and staying power (by virtue of a recorded webinar).<br />
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We had 56 people register for the webinar and 31 who actually attended it. While this is a slight decrease from last year's 37 attendees, it remains a strong improvement over previous in-person meetings.<br />
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Dr. Zia Siddiqi, BCE (2017 Chair of the Certification Board (CB)) presided over the meeting with additional commentary provided by Forrest St. Aubin, BCE-Emeritus (2016 Chair of the CB).<br />
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The webinar is live on the ESA YouTube channel and can also be accessed by clicking on the video below. Selected questions that were submitted to the webinar that we were unable to answer during the session are also addressed below the video.<br />
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<b><u>Questions and comments submitted during the webinar that were not addressed during the live event:</u></b><br />
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<b>Question</b>: <i><b>Is there an ACE award application online? If so, where do I find it?</b></i><br />
The ACE Award site is on the ESA Awards site. It can be found here: www.entsoc.org/awards/ace-professional-award.<br />
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<b>Question</b>: <i><b>Will hiring a new certification manager affect our relationship with Chris Stelzig?</b></i><br />
Yes, but only to the extent that the new manager will take over the daily operations of the program. Stelzig will continue to manage the program and oversee all activities, including attending some meetings, but the new manager will soon become a familiar face at many pest management conferences and meetings in the United States and around the world.<br />
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<b>Question</b>: <b><i>RE nominating persons for an ACE Award -- It might be a good idea to involve the editorial staffs of Pest Control Technology (PCT) Magazine and PMP magazine, as well as appropriate NPMA faculty/staff members, to help promote the choice and submittal of ACE-credentialed co-worker and colleague names within the structural pest management industry.</i></b><br />
Agreed! In the past we have used our social media platforms, our industry partners (like NPMA) and ESA's regular communication vehicles like eNews to distribute announcements. All ACEs and BCEs are encouraged to watch their inboxes for the awards announcements and distribute to their networks.<br />
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<b>Question</b>: <b><i> Maybe ESA can explore a special registration option for ACE professionals who would like to attend Annual Meeting or Branch Meetings for continuing education without being ESA members. </i></b><br />
Actually, ACEs already enjoy a discounted rate to attend the ESA Annual Meeting. It is not quite as steep of a discount as ESA members enjoy, but ... hey, it's an ESA membership meeting, what do you expect? <br />
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<b>Question</b>:<b> <i> </i><i>I suggest that serious consideration be given to having webinars in specific areas that could also serve as educational resources for ACE and BCE. There are a lot of members who are academics and may have good material that could be presented online.</i></b><br />
Thank you for the suggestion. We have investigated this option in the past and would still consider it for future expansion and resources that we can offer to applicants.ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-44379323925276063902016-11-22T08:25:00.002-08:002016-11-22T08:25:50.706-08:00New ACEs and BCEs - including our 1,000th ACEThe ACE program crossed a milestone this month when the 1,000th person for the year earned his ACE. This is not the 1,000th person to <b>ever</b> earn the ACE, but the Rudy Ayala pushed our overall count of ACEs over 1,000 for the first time when he passed his exam on November 16 (the event was covered in the <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2016/11/18/ace-crosses-the-1000-mark/" target="_blank">EntomologyToday blog</a>). Please help us to celebrate <b>all </b>of the new ACEs and BCEs who passed their exams since mid-September.<div>
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<li>Mr. Paul M. Zarebicki, BCE, (State of Delaware, Division of Fish and Wildlife), Milford, DE USA. Certified on 9/15/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Wei Leong Chong, BCE, (Ikari Services PTE Ltd.), Singapore, Singapore. Certified on 10/10/2016</li>
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<u>New ACEs:</u></div>
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<li>Ms. Corinne Down, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control), Cochrane, AB Canada. Certified on 10/24/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Juan Jose Higueros, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Anaheim, CA USA. Certified on 9/16/2016</li>
<li>Mr. William E. Reardon, ACE, (Royal Pest Solutions), West Chester, PA USA. Certified on 9/30/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Michael James Cook, ACE, (Ecolab), Mukwonago, WI USA. Certified on 9/30/2016</li>
<li>Mr. John Young, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Matthew J Wise, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Michael Biando, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Todd Kirk, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Tom Dunn, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jason Pugh, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jimmie D. McIntyre, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Brian Keith Doyle, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Dennis Ahchin, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Lance Van Zant, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 10/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Micheal D. Dirks, ACE, (Dirks Pest Management Specialist), Royersford, PA USA. Certified on 10/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Rock T Thweatt, ACE, (Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc), Austin, TX USA. Certified on 10/19/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Thomas L Wright, ACE, (Pest Pro Academy), Carrollton, TX USA. Certified on 10/19/2016</li>
<li>Mr. William Jay Beems, ACE, (Ecolab), Bel Aire, KS USA. Certified on 10/25/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Robert David Lockwood, ACE, (Rentokil/Ehrlich), Milford, CT USA. Certified on 10/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jeffrey Ryan Schmidt, ACE, (Copesan Services Inc.), Menomonee Falls, WI USA. Certified on 11/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Nicholas Brian Fowler, ACE, (Applied Pest Management Inc), Vallejo, CA USA. Certified on 11/9/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Bobby Mullins, ACE, (Terminix), Charleston, WV USA. Certified on 11/11/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Rudy Ayala, ACE, (Spearhead Pest Control), Ventura, CA USA. Certified on 11/16/2016</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-17283388516904671942016-09-16T13:12:00.000-07:002016-09-16T13:12:00.765-07:00Newly certified - thru Sept 14, 2016Please join ESA in congratulating these PMPs for earning their ESA certification.<br />
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Ms. Heather King, BCE, (American Pest Control), Athens, GA USA. Certified on 8/26/2016<br />
Mrs. Kristen Coleen Stevens, BCE-Intern, (University of Florida), Gainesville, FL USA. Certified on 8/15/2016<br />
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Mr. Michael John Jaurigui, ACE, (Alert Pest Control), Daly City, CA USA. Certified on 9/8/2016<br />
Mr. Paul Walton, ACE, (Ecolab Pest Elimination), Hughson, CA USA. Certified on 8/31/2016<br />
Mr. Sean Thomas Hannon, ACE, (Dirks PMS), Collegeville, PA USA. Certified on 8/25/2016<br />
Ms. Dusana A. Bondy, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control INC), Barrie, ON Canada. Certified on 8/18/2016<br />
<br />ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-24046046269520955192016-09-14T07:29:00.000-07:002016-09-14T07:29:24.891-07:00PestWorld East Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'd never been to India before, so was not sure what to expect from my first trip which was to attend PestWorld East at the Grand Hyatt in Goa, India on 27-29 August 2016. This meeting was a joint production of the <b><a href="http://ipca.org.in/" target="_blank">Indian Pest Control Association</a></b> and the NPMA.<br />
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<b>To say that I was impressed is an understatement. </b><br />
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From the impressive array of speakers, cultural programming, delicious food, interesting tour opportunities, and the high level of the attendees at the conference, this trip was a win by any standards.<br />
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The IPCA had an incredible attendance of about 525 (last count I heard) interested, attentive, professional, and dedicated PMPs. I honestly don't think I've ever attended a pest management conference where the audience in the training sessions paid attention like this group did. The <b><a href="http://npmapestworld.org/default/assets/File/education-events/PWE_Pages(1).pdf" target="_blank">speakers </a></b>included (too many to list them all) included many ESA members, such as Chow-Yang Lee (BCE), Jim Fredericks (BCE), Su Yee Lim (BCE), Faith Oi, and Dini Miller. Jim and I contributed to a session on professionalism in pest management and credentialing possibilities that exist -- including ACE, ACE-I, and BCE. There are currently no ACEs in India, but that won't last for long. Especially with talented and dedicated BCEs like Jayant Dandawate and Ruparao T. Gahukar to serve as proctors.<br />
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I had the privilege to spend some time with Anil Rao, owner of <a href="https://www.pestcontrolindia.com/" target="_blank"><b>PCI</b></a> and some members of his professional team and family. PCI is the largest pest management firm in the nation and it shows in the quality that they bring to their work. They take a science-based approach to pest management, even operating a laboratory in-house for product research and development.<br />
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ESA ran an exhibit booth that frequently had attendees lined up to visit. I quickly ran out of business cards and made nearly five times as many contacts as I would normally make at a professional conference like this. Next time I'll pack more cards!<br />
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The takeaway for me is this -- India is a country where the pest management industry is in great shape and is growing rapidly in professionalism. I look forward to having an opportunity to return.<br />
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<br />ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-32842398352953142562016-08-16T07:22:00.002-07:002016-08-16T07:22:29.701-07:00Newly certified Please join us in congratulating these newly certified individuals who have earned their credentials in the past few months.<br />
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<u><b>New BCEs:</b></u><br />
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<li>Ms. Carrie Elizabeth De Jesus, BCE-Intern, (Delta Vector Control District), Rancho Santa Margarita, CA USA. Certified on 8/2/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Mark Janowiecki, BCE-Intern, (not provided), College Station, TX USA. Certified on 6/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Chong Chin Heo, BCE, (Texas A&M University), College Station, TX USA. Certified on 7/20/2016</li>
<li>Capt. Jordan McQuade Coburn, BCE, (United States Army), Killeen, TX USA. Certified on 6/27/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Travis J Gates, BCE, (ABC Home and Commercial), Lewisville, TX USA. Certified on 6/27/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Christopher A. Hohnholt, BCE, (NAVFAC ATLANTIC), Norfolk, VA USA. Certified on 6/13/2016</li>
<li>Dr. Bennett William Jordan, BCE, (Copesan Services, Inc.), Menomonee Falls, WI USA. Certified on 6/10/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Timothy McGonegal, BCE, (Scientific Coordination Inc.), Warrenton, VA USA. Certified on 5/15/2016</li>
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<b><u>New ACE-Internationals:</u></b><br /><ul>
<li>Mr. Francis Aaron Soudant, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Controll), Etobicoke, ON Canada. Certified on 7/21/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Marcus F. Rezende, ACE-I, (Truly Nolen International), Orlando, FL USA. Certified on 7/18/2016</li>
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<b><u>New ACEs:</u></b><br /><ul>
<li>Mr. Jonathan Roland Anderson, ACE, (Specialized Pest Control and Lawn Care), Hyde Park, UT USA. Certified on 8/12/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Pete Zimmermann, ACE, (Ecolab Pest Elimination), Spencer, IA USA. Certified on 8/11/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Joseph Adam Owens, ACE, (Bama Exterminating Company Inc.), Northport, AL USA. Certified on 8/4/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Andrew V. Mannino III, ACE, (Amco Ranger, Inc.), Saint Peters, MO USA. Certified on 7/26/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Derek Eugene Brigman, ACE, (Protex Lawn and Pest Control Inc.), Goldenrod, FL USA. Certified on 7/8/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Dominique Sauvage, ACE, (Copesan), Menomonee Falls, WI USA. Certified on 7/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Nathan Gary Goodson, ACE, (Ecolab), Albuquerque, NM USA. Certified on 6/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Adam Scott Vannest, ACE, (Northwest Exterminating), Marietta, GA USA. Certified on 6/20/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Todd L. Moeller, ACE, (Ecolab, Inc.), Round Rock, TX USA. Certified on 6/10/2016</li>
<li>Mr. H. Sam Kendrick, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators), Woodstock, GA USA. Certified on 6/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Daniel Rottler, ACE, (Rottler Pest & Lawn Solutions), Saint Louis, MO USA. Certified on 5/31/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Kyle A Bond, ACE, (Terminix - Owner), Kerrville, TX USA. Certified on 5/17/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Walter Carson, Jr., ACE, (Terminix), Kerrville, TX USA. Certified on 5/17/2016</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-24795293026617990012016-08-16T07:10:00.001-07:002016-08-16T07:23:31.385-07:00Vector ControlEver since the public first started talking about the Zika virus, people have begun to pay attention to something that those of us in the arthropod control and management industry have been watching for years.<br />
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<b>An underutilized way to help control vector-borne diseases is to manage the vectors.</b><br />
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<i><u><b>Aedes aegypti:</b></u></i><br />
You may or may not do mosquito work, but you probably get mosquito questions from your customers. Many people tend to group all insects as pests and -- since you are who they think of for pest control -- you are apt to get the questions. Yet mosquito work remains a very small part of most PMPs overall business mix. In a <a href="http://www.pctonline.com/FileUploads/file/Mosquito-Supplement201505.pdf" target="_blank">supplement to the magazine</a>, <u>PCT</u> reported that while nearly half of all pest management firms do mosquito work, for 45% of them the total revenue earned is under $5,000.<br />
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So it pays to learn a little bit about this insect that is known as the world's most dangerous animal. Mosquito management has been in the news a lot recently, particularly controlling the <i>Ae. ae. </i>mosquito, which is known to carry dengue, chikungunya, yellow fever, and the Zika virus.<br />
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Too often the topic focuses on disease management and prevention. While this is an important aspect of the discussion, it does put us in a position of chasing symptoms. It is imperative that vector control becomes an increasingly large part of the search for solutions. In March 2016, ESA co-hosted a summit on controlling the <i>Ae. ae. </i>mosquito in the Americas. In the <a href="https://entomologychallenges.files.wordpress.com/2016/03/outcome-statement-final.pdf" target="_blank">outcome statement</a>, the attendees call for three actions that will help to turn the tide against the mosquito:<br />
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<li>Ensuring that those most affected by the mosquito receive accurate scientific knowledge on ways that they can help to control the insect.</li>
<li>Funding the research needed to develop better tools and techniques for vector control.</li>
<li>The vector control community must organize and speak in a unified way for us to speak locally and globally on the critical importance of vector control research and implementation. </li>
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Relatedly:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.usaid.gov/grandchallenges/zika/nominees" target="_blank">USAID is funding $30 million in grants</a> to fight the Zika virus, much of it going toward control and surveillance tactics.</li>
<li>The US Department of Health and Human Services recently <a href="http://www.pctonline.com/article/zika-hhs-funding/" target="_blank">shifted $81 million</a> from other priorities to focus on Zika.</li>
<li>A spokesman for the American Mosquito Control Association is calling for a <a href="http://associationsnow.com/2016/08/mosquito-control-group-spreads-zika-education/?utm_source=AN%2BDaily%2BNews&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20160809%2BTuesday" target="_blank">national initiative</a> to make mosquito breeding socially unacceptable.</li>
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<u><b>Ticks:</b></u><br />
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a ton of great resources on their site about ticks, tick-borne disease, prevention, and --of course-- <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/index.html" target="_blank">Lyme disease</a>. (<i>Side note: It is properly called Lyme disease, not "Lyme's disease" and it is named after the town in Connecticut (you guessed it -- Lyme, Connecticut) where the disease was first described in the 1970's</i>). Research shows that Lyme is spreading southward. The blacklegged tick (<i>Ixodes scapularis</i>), which is responsible for most cases of the disease, is now <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2016/01/18/ticks-that-transmit-lyme-disease-reported-in-fifty-percent-of-u-s-counties/" target="_blank">found in almost half</a> of all counties in the United States. And while research has been promising for <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2016/02/29/scientists-have-sequenced-the-genome-of-the-tick-that-transmits-lyme-disease/" target="_blank">learning more</a> about the tick, we still have a long ways to go. For now, <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2016/07/20/cdc-scientists-evaluate-lyme-disease-prevention-methods/" target="_blank">prevention </a>remains the number 1 tool for reducing Lyme. For more information on the latest research, see this link from <u>EntomologyToday</u> that discusses an <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2016/05/20/a-report-from-the-integrated-tick-management-symposium-in-washington-dc/" target="_blank">Integrated Tick Management Symposium</a> held by ESA, CDC, and the IPM Institute (May 2016).ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-30577167154105225442016-05-19T06:32:00.004-07:002016-05-19T06:32:44.158-07:00Please join ESA in congratulating these pest management professionals who recently obtained their ACE or BCE.<br />
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<b><u>BCE or BCE-Intern:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Bryan J. Vaughan, BCE-Intern, (Loyal Termite and Pest Control), Henrico, VA USA. Certified on 4/25/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gregory Dean Burroughs, BCE, (Terminix), Columbia, SC USA. Certified on 4/28/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gary Frazier, BCE, (SC Johnson), Racine, WI USA. Certified on 3/29/2016</li>
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<b><u>ACE or ACE-International:</u></b><br />
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<li>Mr. Ashfaq Ahmad, ACE-I, (Cannon Services, Inc), Markham, ON Canada. Certified on 4/30/2016</li>
<li>Mr. William Kelly Ryan, ACE-I, (The Steritech Group), Milton, ON Canada. Certified on 3/15/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Richard L. Weisman, ACE, BCE, (Orkin Pest Control), Houston, TX USA. Certified on 4/20/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jonathan Brent Shiver, ACE, (Trutech), Marietta, GA USA. Certified on 5/5/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Robert M Henry, ACE, (Orkin), Westminster, CO USA. Certified on 5/4/2016</li>
<li>Mr. William Ellis, ACE, (Orkin), Westminster, CO USA. Certified on 5/4/2016</li>
<li>Ms. Brandi Reid, ACE, (Bruce Terminix Company), Asheboro, NC USA. Certified on 4/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Robert Kretchmer, ACE, (Probest Pest Management), Queen Creek, AZ USA. Certified on 4/28/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Josh B Bingham, ACE, (orkin), West Valley City, UT USA. Certified on 4/26/2016</li>
<li>Mr. William Milton Schultz, Jr., ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Portage, MI USA. Certified on 4/22/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Blaine Edward Richardson, ACE, (Edge Pest Control), Orem, UT USA. Certified on 4/22/2016</li>
<li> John W. Barnett, ACE, (Frontline Pest Professionals), Manassas, VA USA. Certified on 4/12/2016</li>
<li>Mr. John Giunta, ACE, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Bridgewater, MA USA. Certified on 4/8/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Kevin M. Ignaffo, ACE, (Craig Thomas Pest Control), Hyde Park, NY USA. Certified on 4/8/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Stephen C. Hamilton, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Pittsfield, MA USA. Certified on 4/8/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Mark Freeman, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Hingham, MA USA. Certified on 4/8/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Dwayne Hosek, ACE, (Worldwide Pest Control), San Antonio, TX USA. Certified on 4/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Kenneth Dale Robertson, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Newtown Square, PA USA. Certified on 4/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Terry W. Groft, Jr., ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Newtown Square, PA USA. Certified on 4/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Steven Daugherty, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Grove, PA USA. Certified on 4/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Darrell E. Nankivell, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Woodland Park, NJ USA. Certified on 4/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. George Ryan Carosello, ACE, (Presto-X), Memphis, TN USA. Certified on 3/24/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Robert Chase Cherrington, ACE, (Family Pest Control), San Antonio, TX USA. Certified on 3/24/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Ian P. Adams, ACE, (Adams Pest Control of LR Inc), Little Rock, AR USA. Certified on 3/23/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Michael A Amante, ACE, (Mead Johnson Nutrition), Zeeland, MI USA. Certified on 3/21/2016</li>
<li>Ms. Debbra Ann Thompson, ACE, (Dependable Pest Solutions), Rochester, NH USA. Certified on 3/17/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Michael Geiman, ACE, (Truly Nolen Pest Prevention), Lexington, KY USA. Certified on 3/17/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Matthew DeBettencourt, ACE, (Minuteman Pest Control and Problem Wildlife), Northampton, MA USA. Certified on 3/17/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jared DeBettencourt, ACE, (Minuteman Pest Control), Northampton, MA USA. Certified on 3/17/2016</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-50864913668037461092016-04-04T07:19:00.000-07:002016-04-04T07:19:54.762-07:00Newly certifiedPlease join ESA in congratulating the latest list of individuals who have obtained their ACE, ACE-International, or BCE certification. They are:<br />
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<strong><u>BCE</u></strong>:<br />
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<li>Mr. Brian Ellsworth, BCE, (Gemtek Pest Control Inc), Boise, ID USA. Certified on 2/11/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Stoney William Bachman, BCE, (Blackwater Consulting Services), Orangeburg, SC USA. Certified on 3/15/2016</li>
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<strong><u>ACEs and ACE-International</u></strong>:<br />
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<li>Mr. Marc Richard Charlton, ACE-I, (Abell Pest Control), Kitchener, ON Canada. Certified on </li>
<li>2/11/2016</li>
<li>Mr. James K. Dienes, ACE, (Trius Pest Management), Boonton, NJ USA. Certified on 2/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jonathan Schoppe, ACE, (Dial Pest Control Inc.), Roseland, NJ USA. Certified on 2/6/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Joshua A. Wilhelm, ACE, (Fumigation Service and Supply, Inc.), Westfield, IN USA. Certified on 2/12/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Frank Ellis, ACE, (Western Pest Services), Maple Shade, NJ USA. Certified on 2/15/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Michael Daniel Anderson, ACE, (not provided), Oceanside, CA USA. Certified on 2/22/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jefferson A Rice, ACE, (Environmental Pest Mgmt Inc.), Indiana, PA USA. Certified on 2/25/2016</li>
<li>Mr. George Patrick Clemons, ACE, (George Washington University), Washington, DC USA. Certified on 2/27/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jose Astrong Riano, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Lincolnton, NC USA. Certified on 2/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. R. Brett Madden, Esq., ACE, (Alliance Commercial Pest Control, Inc.), Tinton Falls, NJ USA. Certified on 3/3/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Christopher August Davis, ACE, (Florida Pest Control), Gainesville, FL USA. Certified on 3/4/2016</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-29638705602877945402016-03-29T11:22:00.004-07:002016-03-29T11:22:45.577-07:00<div style="text-align: center;">
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<i><br />This issue of Certified Science was emailed to all current ACEs and BCEs on December 15, 2015. A current issue will email this week and will post to the blog in about 8-12 weeks. To receive the current issue as it publishes, please consider becoming ACE or BCE certified. </i></div>
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<b>A Periodic E-mail Service to ACEs and Urban-Industrial BCEs</b>
The Entomological Society of America is the #1 source of scientific information for the entomologically-focused urban professional. This email is a service of the ESA for all ACEs and any BCEs who specialize in urban and industrial entomology. <b>Certified Science</b> is a summary of some recent articles in the ESA journals that relate to structural pest management and urban arthropod pests. The abstracts are freely available online for all articles, though access to the full text will generally require membership in the ESA. The following journals are included in this list:<br />
•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Environmental Entomology, Volume 44 #5 and #6<br />
•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Journal of Economic Entomology, Volume 108 #5 and #6<br />
•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Journal of Medical Entomology, Volume 52 #6<br />
•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Journal of Insect Science, Volume 15 (October 1 – December 13, 2015)<br />
•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>EntomologyToday blog (posts between September 21 and December 13, 2015)<br />
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<b>An Evaluation of Butterfly Gardens for Restoring Habitat for the Monarch Butterfly (Lepidoptera: Danaidae)</b></div>
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Authors: Brian T. Cutting, Douglas W. Tallamy</div>
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Source: <i>Environmental Entomology</i>, Volume 44 #5</div>
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Abstract: The eastern migratory monarch butterfly (<i>Danaus plexippus</i> L.) population in North America hit record low numbers during the 2013–2014 overwintering season, prompting pleas by scientists and conservation groups to plant the butterfly’s milkweed host plants (<i>Asclepias </i>spp.) in residential areas. While planting butterfly gardens with host plants seems like an intuitive action, no previous study has directly compared.... (<a href="http://ee.oxfordjournals.org/content/44/5/1328" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Effect of Lures and Colors on Capture of Lady Beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) in Tedders Pyramidal Traps</b></div>
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Authors: E. A. Kemp, T. E. Cottrell</div>
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Source: <i>Environmental Entomology</i>, Volume 44 #5</div>
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Abstract: Purposeful attraction and aggregation of adult Coccinellidae at target sites would be useful for sampling purposes and pest suppression. We field-tested 1) lures in yellow and black pyramidal traps and 2) pyramidal traps that had been painted one or two colors (without lures) to determine if lures or trap color affected capture of adult Coccinellidae. In only one experiment with lures did a single rate of limonene increase trap capture, whereas no other... (<a href="http://ee.oxfordjournals.org/content/44/5/1395" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Induced Effects on Red Imported Fire Ant (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Forager Size Ratios by Pseudacteon spp. (Diptera: Phoridae): Implications on Bait Size Selection</b></div>
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Authors: J. J. Reed, R. T. Puckett, R. E. Gold</div>
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Source: <i>Environmental Entomology</i>, Volume 44 #5</div>
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Abstract: Red imported fire ants, <i>Solenopsis invicta</i> Buren, are adversely affected by phorid flies in the genus Pseudacteon by instigating defensive behaviors in their hosts, and in turn reducing the efficiency of S. invicta foraging. Multiple Pseudacteon species have been released in Texas, and research has been focused on the establishment and spread of these introduced biological control agents.... (<a href="http://ee.oxfordjournals.org/content/44/5/1407" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Synergistic Trap Response of the False Stable Fly and Little House Fly (Diptera: Muscidae) to Acetic Acid and Ethanol, Two Principal Sugar Fermentation Volatiles</b></div>
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Authors: Peter J. Landolt, Dong H. Cha, Richard S. Zack</div>
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Source: <i>Environmental Entomology</i>, Volume 44 #5</div>
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Abstract: In an initial observation, large numbers of muscoid flies (Diptera) were captured as nontarget insects in traps baited with solutions of acetic acid plus ethanol. In subsequent field experiments, numbers of false stable fly <i>Muscina stabulans</i> (Fallén) and little house fly <i>Fannia canicularis</i> (L.) trapped with the combination of acetic acid plus ethanol were significantly higher than those trapped with either chemical alone, or in unbaited traps... (<a href="http://ee.oxfordjournals.org/content/44/5/1441" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Sublethal Effect of Imidacloprid on <i>Solenopsis invicta</i> (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Feeding, Digging, and Foraging Behavior</b></div>
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Authors: Lei Wang, Ling Zeng, Jian Chen</div>
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Source: <i>Environmental Entomology</i>, Volume 44 #6</div>
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Abstract: There is increasing evidence that exposure to neonicotinoid insecticides at sublethal levels impairs colonies of honeybees and other pollinators. Recently, it was found that sublethal contamination with neonicotinoids also affect growth and behavior of ants. In this study, we exposed red imported fire ants, <i>Solenopsis invicta</i> Buren, to sublethal dosages of dietary imidacloprid and investigated its effect on ant feeding, digging, and foraging behavior... (<a href="http://ee.oxfordjournals.org/content/44/6/1544" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>The Potential of Bee-Generated Carbon Dioxide for Control of Varroa Mite (Mesostigmata: Varroidae) in Indoor Overwintering Honey bee (Hymenoptera: Apidae) Colonies</b></div>
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Authors: Rassol Bahreini, Robert W. Currie</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #5</div>
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Abstract: The objective of this study was to manipulate ventilation rate to characterize interactions between stocks of honey bees (<i>Apis mellifera</i> L.) and ventilation setting on varroa mite (<i>Varroa destructor</i> Anderson and Trueman) mortality in honey bee colonies kept indoors over winter. The first experiment used colonies established from stock selected locally for wintering performance under exposure to varroa (n = 6) and unselected bees (n = 6) to assess mite and bee mortality... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/5/2153" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Field Trials With 0.5% Novaluron Insecticide Applied as a Bait to Control Subterranean Termites (<i>Reticulitermes </i>sp. and <i>Coptotermes formosanus</i> [Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae]) on Structures</b></div>
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Authors: T. C. Keefer, Robert T. Puckett, Ken. S. Brown, Roger E. Gold</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #5</div>
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Abstract: A field study was initiated in 2009 with 0.5% novaluron the BASF Advance Termite Bait System, which was 100% effective in controlling <i>Reticulitermes</i> sp. Holmgren and <i>Coptotermes formosanus</i> Shiraki infestations on 11 structures in the Texas City, TX area. Stations with inspection cartridges (cellulose tablets) and monitoring bases (southern yellow pine) and independent monitoring devices were installed in an alternating pattern around each structure and were inspected... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/5/2407" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Impacts on <i>Reticulitermes flavipes</i> (Infraorder Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) by Chlorantraniliprole Applied to Soil Surrounding Established Tunnels</b></div>
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Authors: B. L. Thorne, N. L. Breisch, C. W. Scherer</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #5</div>
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Abstract: Soil-applied liquid termiticides are the most common control measure for subterranean termites. Characteristics unique to insecticidal chemistries such as repellency, toxicity, and time between contact and mortality, influence the interaction of termites with treated soil and overall treatment success. Two different treated-tunnel bioassays were used to evaluate the behavioral impacts and mortality of termites... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/5/2414" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Effects of Oral Exposure to Fungicides on Honey Bee Nutrition and Virus Levels</b></div>
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Authors: Gloria Degrandi-Hoffman, Yanping Chen, Emily Watkins Dejong, Mona L. Chambers, Geoffrey Hidalgo</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #6</div>
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Abstract: Sublethal exposure to fungicides can affect honey bees (<i>Apis mellifera</i> L.) in ways that resemble malnutrition. These include reduced brood rearing, queen loss, and increased pathogen levels. We examined the effects of oral exposure to the fungicides boscalid and pyraclostrobin on factors affecting colony nutrition and immune function including pollen consumption, protein digestion, hemolymph protein titers, and changes in virus levels. Because the fungicides are respiratory inhibitors... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/6/2518" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Elimination of the Mound-Building Termite, <i>Nasutitermes exitiosus</i> (Isoptera: Termitidae) in South-Eastern Australia Using Bistrifluron Bait</b></div>
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Authors: Garry A. Webb, Charles Mcclintock</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #6</div>
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Abstract: Bistrifluron, a benzoylphenylurea compound, was evaluated for efficacy against <i>Nasutitermes exitiosus</i> (Hill), a mound-building species in southern Australia. Bistrifluron bait (trade name Xterm) was delivered as containerized pellets inserted into plastic feeding stations implanted in the sides of mounds—60 g for bistrifluron bait-treated mounds and 120 g of blank bait for untreated mounds. Termites actively tunneled in the gaps between pellets and removed bait from the canisters... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/6/2702" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Comparison of Field and Laboratory-Based Tests for Behavioral Response of <i>Aedes aegypti</i> (Diptera: Culicidae) to Repellents</b></div>
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Authors: Sunaiyana Sathantriphop, Monthathip Kongmee, Krajana Tainchum, Kornwika Suwansirisilp, Unchalee Sanguanpong, Michael J. Bangs, Theeraphap Chareonviriyaphap</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Economic Entomology</i>, Volume 108 #6</div>
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Abstract: The repellent and irritant effects of three essential oils—clove, hairy basil, and sweet basil—were compared using an excito-repellency test system against an insecticide-resistant strain of <i>Aedes aegypti</i> (L.) females from Pu Teuy, Kanchanaburi Province. DEET was used as the comparison standard compound. Tests were conducted under field and controlled laboratory conditions. The most marked repellent effect (spatial noncontact assay) among the three test essential oils was exhibited by... (<a href="http://jee.oxfordjournals.org/content/108/6/2770" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Seasonal Activity, Density, and Collection Efficiency of the Blacklegged Tick (<i>Ixodes scapularis</i>) </b>(Acari: Ixodidae) in Mid-Western Pennsylvania</div>
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Authors: T. W. Simmons, J. Shea, M. A. Myers-Claypole, R. Kruise, M. L. Hutchinson</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Medical Entomology</i>, Volume 52 #6</div>
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Abstract: Although Pennsylvania has recently reported the greatest number of Lyme disease cases in the United States, with the largest increase for PA occurring in its western region, the population biology of the blacklegged tick (<i>Ixodes scapularis</i> Say) has not been adequately characterized in western PA. We studied the seasonal activity of host-seeking <i>I. scapularis</i> larvae, nymphs, and adults in mid-western PA over the course of a year, including a severe winter... (<a href="http://jme.oxfordjournals.org/content/52/6/1260" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Behavioral Response of <i>Aedes aegypti</i> (Diptera: Culicidae) Larvae to Synthetic and Natural </b>Attractants and Repellents</div>
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Authors: Paula V. Gonzalez, Paola A. González Audino, Héctor M. Masuh</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Medical Entomology</i>, Volume 52 #6</div>
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Abstract: Aedes aegypti (L.) (Diptera: Culicidae) is the key vector of three important arboviral diseases: dengue, yellow fever, and chikungunya. Immature stages of this species inhabit human-made containers placed in residential landscapes. In this study, we evaluated a few compounds in a sensitive behavioral assay with <i>Ae. aegypti</i> larvae. The orientation of larvae to different compounds was surveyed using a performance index.... (<a href="http://jme.oxfordjournals.org/content/52/6/1315" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>The Efficacy of Some Commercially Available Insect Repellents for <i>Aedes aegypti</i> (Diptera: Culicidae) and <i>Aedes albopictus</i> (Diptera: Culicidae)</b></div>
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Authors: Stacy D. Rodriguez, Lisa L. Drake, David P. Price, John I. Hammond, Immo A. Hansen</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Insect Science</i>, Volume 15</div>
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Abstract: Reducing the number of host-vector interactions is an effective way to reduce the spread of vector-borne diseases. Repellents are widely used to protect humans from a variety of protozoans, viruses, and nematodes. DEET (N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide), a safe and effective repellent, was developed during World War II. Fear of possible side effects of DEET has created a large market for “natural” DEET-free repellents... (<a href="http://jinsectscience.oxfordjournals.org/content/15/1/140" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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<b>Acute Toxicity and Sublethal Effects of Botanical Insecticides to Honey Bees</b></div>
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Authors: Vânia M. Xavier, Dejair Message, Marcelo C. Picanço, Mateus Chediak, Paulo A. Santana Júnior, Rodrigo S. Ramos, Júlio C. Martins</div>
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Source: <i>Journal of Insect Science</i>, Volume 15</div>
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Abstract: <i>Apis mellifera</i> L. is the main pollinator of cultivated plants. With the increased emphasis on organic agriculture, the use of botanical insecticides has also increased. However, the effects of these products on bees remain to be determined. In this study, we aimed at assessing the acute toxicity and sublethal behavioral effects of botanical insecticides such as andiroba oil, citronella oil, eucalyptus oil, garlic extract, neem oil, and rotenone on honey bees, <i>A. mellifera</i>... (<a href="http://jinsectscience.oxfordjournals.org/content/15/1/137" target="_blank">Full abstract</a>) </div>
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And, finally, some recent posts from ESA’s popular site, <i><a href="http://www.entomologytoday.org/" target="_blank">EntomologyToday</a></i>:</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Higher Temperatures Impair Efficacy of Permethrin Insecticide (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/11/24/higher-temperatures-impair-efficacy-of-permethrin-insecticide/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>A Tick that Feeds on Birds May Increase the Range of Lyme Disease (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/11/23/a-tick-that-feeds-on-birds-may-increase-the-range-of-lyme-disease/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Do Scorpions, Spiders, and Insects Make Good Pets? (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/11/18/do-scorpions-spiders-and-insects-make-good-pets/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Thirty-three Cases of Dengue Fever on Hawaii Island (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/11/11/thirty-three-cases-of-dengue-fever-on-hawaii-island/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Study Finds Oil-Based Pesticides Most Effective at Killing Contents of Brown Widow Egg Sacs (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/11/03/study-finds-oil-based-pesticides-most-effective-at-killing-contents-of-brown-widow-egg-sacs/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Study Compares “Natural” Mosquito Repellents to DEET (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/10/28/study-compares-natural-mosquito-repellents-to-deet/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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•<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Four Cases of Human Plague Confirmed in New Mexico (<a href="http://entomologytoday.org/2015/09/29/human-plague-cases-confirmed-in-new-mexico/" target="_blank">link</a>)</div>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-11105626902138015192016-02-20T16:24:00.000-08:002016-02-20T16:24:53.165-08:00New ACEs and BCEsPlease help ESA congratulate these new BCEs and ACEs.<br />
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<b><u>BCEs:</u></b><br />
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<li>Ms. Anna I. Getchell, BCE, (McCloud Services), South Elgin, IL USA. Certified on 2/4/2016</li>
<li>Mr. David Joseph Moore II, BCE, (Dodson Pest Management), Lynchburg, VA USA. Certified on 2/4/2016</li>
<li>Ms. Kimberly Michele Engler, BCE, (ABC Home and Commercial Services), New Braunfels, TX USA. Certified on 2/1/2016</li>
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<li>Mr. Herlindo Villa, ACE, (Cragoe Pest Services), Thousand Oaks, CA USA. Certified on 2/5/2016</li>
<li>Dr. Ross Halliday, BCE, (not provided), Edmonds, WA USA. Certified on 2/2/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Larry C. Bragg, ACE, (Clark Pest Control), Lodi, CA USA. Certified on 2/1/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Keith Simmons, Jr., ACE, (J.C. EHRLICH), Allentown, PA USA. Certified on 1/29/2016</li>
<li>Mr. David Scott Knick, ACE, (Terminix Service Inc), Columbia, SC USA. Certified on 1/21/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gifford L. Bott, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Valley City, UT USA. Certified on 1/20/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Neal Keith Blackwell, ACE, (Blades of Green), Edgewater, MD USA. Certified on 1/19/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gregg A. Myett, ACE, (Burgess Pest Management), W Bridgewater, MA USA. Certified on 12/7/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Wayne A Holliday, ACE, (PestMaster Services of Lake City), Lake City, FL USA. Certified on 12/3/2015</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-2759384682853501892016-01-20T13:30:00.003-08:002016-01-20T13:30:27.768-08:00New ACEs and BCEs - first of 2016Please help us to congratulate these new BCEs and ACEs!<br />
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<li>Ms. Alix Briana Whitener, BCE-Intern, (Washington State University), Wenatchee, WA USA. Certified on 12/16/2015</li>
<li>Dr. Kristen Van Den Meiracker, BCE, (not provided), Travelers Rest, SC USA. Certified on 1/4/2016</li>
<li>Dr. Marisol Quintanilla-Tornel, BCE, (University of Hawaii), Honolulu, HI USA. Certified on 12/14/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Chad N. Grosklags, ACE, (U-Spray Inc), Lilburn, GA USA. Certified on 1/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Mark B Davidson, ACE, (Pestech Exterminating Inc), Liberty, NY USA. Certified on 1/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Billie G. Strickland, ACE, (Allgood Pest Solutions), Rincon, GA USA. Certified on 1/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Dion L Lerman, ACE, (PA IPM Program/ Penn State), Philadelphia, PA USA. Certified on 1/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. David Michael Lofquist, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators), Woodstock, GA USA. Certified on 1/13/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Dannis S. Warf, ACE, (Royal Pest Solutions), New Castle, DE USA. Certified on 1/9/2016</li>
<li>Mr. GEORGE G. WYNNE III, ACE, (ABC Home & Commercial Services), Austin, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Colby Randal McCarty, ACE, (ABC Home and Commercial Services), Cedar Park, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Jason Wolfington, ACE, (ABC Home and Commercial Services), College Station, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Wilmer Bracey Furr, ACE, (EnviroCon Termite and Pest), Hockley, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Daren Guy Horton, ACE, (Gecko Pest Control LLC), Marshall, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Robert D. McQueen, Jr., ACE, (Integrated Pest Management Inc.), Richmond, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. Gregory Cowan, Jr, ACE, (A.B.C Home & Commercial Services), Austin, TX USA. Certified on 1/7/2016</li>
<li>Mr. James E Buick, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Amherst, NY USA. Certified on 12/18/2015</li>
<li>Mr. William McVicker, ACE, (American Pest), Fulton, MD USA. Certified on 12/16/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Benjamin Richard Conaway, ACE, (American Pest), Fulton, MD USA. Certified on 12/16/2015</li>
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ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-2821560110021822092016-01-06T08:00:00.001-08:002016-01-06T08:00:32.248-08:00Build a better BCEWe are revising the BCE Core Exam. And we need your help.<br />
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A certification program like BCE (or ACE) should accurately reflect the work that professionals do. Simple, right? That is until you get into a complex field like entomology. The Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) program is designed for all degreed-entomologists whether they are working in crops, forensics, structural control, a laboratory, or elsewhere. The BCE Core Exam has to be applicable to every entomologist.<br />
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A team of volunteers has developed a new outline for the Core Exam and we want to validate it against what YOU do. If you are working as an entomologist, whether or not you are currently certified by ESA, please take our Job Task Analysis survey.<br />
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We'll pull two completed random responses by the deadline of <b>January 19th</b> and award two $50 American Express gift cards.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JX2N768" target="_blank">Click here to take the survey</a>.</span>ACE-BCE Entomologisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10310383928497451324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8661512685197868778.post-87797709887473737582015-12-16T08:18:00.001-08:002015-12-16T08:19:12.649-08:00New ACEs and BCEsCongratulations to our newest ACEs and BCEs. Since our last post, 25 people have earned their ACE and two people have earned their BCE, including:<br />
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<li>Four people who successfully passed their ACE exam during <i><a href="http://certifiedentomologist.blogspot.com/2015/10/pestworld-2015-recap.html" target="_blank">PestWorld 2015</a></i></li>
<li>Our only BCE in the Phillipines</li>
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The full list is below. ESA congratulates all who earned their ACE or BCE credential during 2015 and celebrates all who attempted but did not yet pass their exams. Keep studying!</div>
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<li>Mr. Ian Ross Williams, BCE, (TruTech, LLC), Marietta, GA USA. Certified on 10/29/2015</li>
<li>Ms. Ann Margaret Cruzado Lico, BCE, (Rentokil Initial Philippines, Inc.), Pasig, Philippines. Certified on 11/11/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Hendrik Roelf Pottas, ACE-I, (Pest Management Academy), Menlyn Central, GA, South Africa. Certified on 10/21/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Leandro Barbosa, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), West Palm Beach, FL USA. Certified on 10/19/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Brian J. Beining, ACE, (Buckeye Exterminating), Ottoville, OH USA. Certified on 10/21/2015</li>
<li>Mr. John D. Stellberger, ACE, (Environmental Health Services Inc), Norwood, MA USA. Certified on 10/21/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Paul Marshall Scott, ACE, (Griffin Pest Solutions), South Lyon, MI USA. Certified on 10/21/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Travis Jacob White, ACE, (Specialized Pest Control and Lawn Care), Hyde Park, UT USA. Certified on 10/21/2015</li>
<li>Mr. David Parkhurst, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Castleton on Hudson, NY USA. Certified on 10/22/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Rogelio Gonzalez, Jr., ACE, (Orkin ), Anaheim, CA USA. Certified on 10/27/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Gordon William Nasser, ACE, (Orkin), Poway, CA USA. Certified on 10/27/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Mark Kinsman, ACE, (Rollins Incorporated), Brookfield, CT USA. Certified on 10/29/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Derek Allen Mesenbring, ACE, (Industrial Fumigant Company), Chicago Ridge, IL USA. Certified on 11/5/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Dave Richard Patterson, ACE, (Target Specialty Products), West Sacramento, CA USA. Certified on 11/5/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Craig William Bethune, ACE, (Advanced Integrated Pest Management), Rancho Cordova, CA USA. Certified on 11/5/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Heath W Kern, ACE, (Rottler Pest & Lawn Solutions), Saint Louis, MO USA. Certified on 11/11/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Miguel Diaz, ACE, (Orkin Pest Control), Commerce, CA USA. Certified on 11/11/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Steven Thomas Sides, Jr., ACE, (Rottler Pest and Lawn Solutions), Saint Louis, MO USA. Certified on 11/20/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Jeffrey Mark Van Diepen, ACE, (Pestmaster Services, Inc.), Reno, NV USA. Certified on 12/2/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Paul E Alley, ACE, (PestMaster Services), Kingston, NY USA. Certified on 12/2/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Brett Bohannon Craig, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators), Woodstock, GA USA. Certified on 12/3/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Fernando Barrera, ACE, (Barrera's Pest and Bee Control), Lakewood, CA USA. Certified on 12/3/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Chibenaici P White, ACE, (Arrow Exterminators), Conyers, GA USA. Certified on 12/3/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Samuel Jason Fears, ACE, (Presto-X), Springfield, MO USA. Certified on 12/4/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Richard G Sparling, ACE, (Suburban Pest Management, LLC), Smithtown, NY USA. Certified on 12/5/2015</li>
<li>Mr. John Fletcher Singletary, ACE, (Univar USA), Manassas, VA USA. Certified on 12/8/2015</li>
<li>Mr. Benjamin John Hix, ACE, (Dewey Pest & Wildlife ), Hopedale, MA USA. Certified on 12/14/2015</li>
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