01/28/2026

NCPMA Kicks Off 76th Pest Control Technician's School

Hundreds of pest management professionals attend NCPMA’s largest conference

The North Carolina Pest Management Association (NCPMA) officially opened its 76th Pest Control Technician’s (PCT) School Jan. 27 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Conference Center, welcoming pest management professionals from across the state and nation.

The event began with a keynote address, “Developing Leaders within Your Organization,” delivered by David Billingsly of the Billingsly Group, followed by NCPMA’s Opening Session and General Membership Meeting.

“People come to the PCT School every year for our nationally recognized speakers and exceptional sessions, but it’s the people of this industry who truly make this event stand out,” said Patrick Thompson, PCT Committee Chair. “We are proud to welcome everyone to the 76th PCT School and look forward to another outstanding year at one of the nation’s largest gatherings of pest management professionals.”

During the opening session, NCPMA also recognized outstanding contributions within the industry, presenting awards for Technician of the Year, Administrative Professional of the Year, and the Above and Beyond Impact Player of the Year.

The 76th PCT School is North Carolina’s premier training and professional development event for pest management professionals. The school offers four full days of continuing education, hands-on training, and networking opportunities designed to equip technicians, managers, and industry leaders with the latest knowledge, techniques, and tools to excel in the field. Attendees can participate in specialized courses, learn from nationally known speakers, and gain insights into the latest pest management technologies and regulatory updates.

The 2026 PCT School runs January 26–29 and continues to set the standard for professional development in the pest management industry, fostering expertise, leadership, and innovation across North Carolina and beyond.