TECH Days Interactive Schedule

       
 
 

THIS PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Printable Schedule (coming soon)
 
 

Wednesday | January 27, 2027


Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek | 14000 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane | Orlando

Start Time End Time TECH DAYS
Location

 
7:30 AM 7:45 AM Welcome and Introduction
TECH Days sponsored by Pest Pro University
7:45 AM 10:05 AM Rotational CORE Training (2 CEUs)
Cory Goeltzenleuchter, Northwest Exterminating
What Product? Where to Apply.

Susan Manning, Syngenta
Understanding application equipment - using it, maintaining it, cleaning it.
Sponsored by Syngenta

Beth Mertens & Michael Colvin, Unifirst
First Aid
Sponsored by Unifirst

Dr. Chris Keefer, Syngenta
Formulations: Appearance, Adherence, and Efficacy
Sponsored by Syngenta
Various
10:05 AM 12:25 PM Rotational GHP Training (2 CEUs)
Scott Artman, Veseris
Mosquitos: Alternative Treatment Options
Sponsored by Veseris

Mike Borys & Gary Riggs, Ensystex
Ants: Following the Trail
Sponsored by Ensystex

Bob Weist, Catchmaster
Rodents: Bait Box Maintenance
Sponsored by Catchmaster

Jason Hart, Envu
Roaches: Infestations in Kitchens
Sponsored by Envu
Various
10:30 AM 12:30 PM Service Manager Training
Phil Cooper, TRNZ4M
Unlocking the Keys to Frontline Manager Success: Transform Your Team’s Potential
Frontline service managers are the heartbeat of any successful service-based business, yet many companies struggle to equip these leaders with the tools they need to truly excel. Through decades in the pest control industry and a commitment to empowering people, Phil Cooper, CEO of TRNZ4m and Certified EOS Implementer, discovered the keys to transforming frontline managers into high-impact leaders. READ MORE
12:25 PM 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM 3:20 PM WDO Rotational Training (2 CEUs)
Desiree Straubinger, BASF
Construction Types for Termite Treatments

Josh Johnson, CSI Pest
Termite Species
Sponsored by CSI Pest

James Cooksey, Envu
Spot Treatment

George Richardson, University of Florida
Beetle Mania
Various
3:20 PM 5:35 PM L&O Rotational Training (2 CEUs)
Erin Harlowe, University of Florida
Weed ID

Jim Smith, Tara Solutions
Foliar Fertilization: Realities & Advantages

Sponsored by Tara Solutions

Rod Marquardt, Nufarm
Name that Ornamental

Sponsored by Nufarm

James Hulett, SiteOne
Understanding Irrigation Timers
1:30 PM 5:30 PM Sales Manager Training
David Joles, Certus
Eric Hataway, Corteva
Roman Dycus, Corteva
Andrew de la Chapelle, ReportCellPhoneUse.com
5:45 PM 6:45 PM Technicians' Reception
Sponsored by Florida Sprayers
Cypress 1 & 2
 


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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.
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Paul DiLorenzo, President