About FPMA

🌟 Who We Are – Serving Florida’s Pest Management Professionals

Since 1945, the Florida Pest Management Association has been the leading voice for Florida Pest Management Professionals - Advocating, Educating, and supporting the industry statewide.

The Florida Pest Management Association (FPMA) is a statewide, non-profit trade association representing Florida pest control professionals. Founded in 1945 in Gainesville and now proudly headquartered in Tarpon Springs, FPMA has been a trusted leader in the Florida pest management industry for over 75 years. Our members include licensed pest control companies, technicians, and allied industry partners dedicated to protecting the health, homes, and businesses of Floridians from pests and the diseases they can spread.

As a recognized 501(c)6 organization, FPMA is committed to advancing Florida's Pest Management industry through strong leadership, continuing education, training programs, advocacy, and support for ethical business practices. We work closely with state and federal agencies to ensure compliance, safety, and integrated pest management (IPM) and other best practices.

🎯 Our Mission

FPMA exists to:

  • Advocate for the pest management industry as protectors of food, health, property, and the environment

  • Promote high standards of professionalism and business ethics

  • Support ongoing education, research, and training

  • Foster cooperation between the industry and government agencies

  • Provide tools and resources to help our members succeed and grow

👥 Our Members

FPMA proudly serves over 1,000 members across Florida, including:

  • Pest Management Professionals (PMPs)

  • PMP Employees

  • Allied and Affiliate Members

  • Associates and Allied Branches

All FPMA members agree to uphold our Code of Ethics, which emphasizes integrity, skilled service, professional conduct, and industry loyalty.

🌐 Why FPMA Matters

In an ever-changing regulatory and business environment, FPMA stands as Florida’s trusted source for:

  • Advocacy and representation

  • Technical and business education

  • Industry networking and leadership development

  • Resources to help you operate effectively and ethically

We are proud to serve as the voice and resource hub for pest management professionals who are committed to protecting Florida’s communities—one job, one property, and one customer at a time.


"Members Get Members (MGM) is how we grow FPMA—our strongest engine isn’t advertising, it’s our own engaged members.

When you introduce a peer to FPMA, you’re not just adding a name to the roster; you’re strengthening our network, elevating our profession, and shaping the future of pest management in Florida."
Paul DiLorenzo, President